Move away from big tech. Stay in control of your tools, your data, and your values. Book a call to learn more
Why make the switch?
Most organisations rely on Google or Microsoft tools because they feel like the default.
But that choice comes with trade-offs:
- Your data lives on servers you don't control
- Recurring fees add up over time
- Tools can change without notice
- Your values may not align with the platforms you depend on
For many mission-led teams, that's no longer acceptable.
What we do
ESC Collective helps you move to European and open source alternatives without the complexity.
We guide you through the transition from proprietary platforms to ethical tools that:
- Guarantee confidentiality and intellectual property
- Are cost-effective over the long term
- Support open standards, reducing the risk of vendor lock-in
- Are easy to learn and use without in-house IT
You can read more about our services here.
How it works
We don't drop a list of tools and walk away. We work with you from start to finish.
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Understand
We start with a simple conversation about what you use now, what's not working, and what you'd like instead.
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Plan
We map out your best-fit alternative setup based on your workflows, needs, and resources.
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Set up
We configure your new tools, migrate your data, and make sure everything works as expected.
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Support
We train your team in plain language and stay available for any follow-up questions or support.
Who we work with
We're built for organisations with long-term goals, and who care about autonomy, privacy, and sustainability:
- Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SME)
- Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO) and Activist Groups
- Schools and Educational Projects
- Local governments and public sector organisations
Why Esc Collective?
- We're a cooperative, not a corporation
- We rely on cloud infrastructure in countries with strict privacy regulations
- We offer support in multiple languages
- We do the migration work so you don't have to
You're not stuck. There are better tools. And you don't need to figure them out alone.
Book a free 30-minute intro call to see what switching away from big tech could look like for you.