08-07-2025
Diligent named leader in IDC MarketScape for GRC software 2025
Diligent has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape Worldwide Governance, Risk, and Compliance Software 2025 Vendor Assessment.
The recognition places Diligent at the forefront of global governance, risk and compliance (GRC) software providers, following a period of product launches and acquisitions focused on enhanced AI-powered GRC capabilities.
Report findings
The IDC MarketScape's assessment, one of the sector's most detailed analyses, evaluates software vendors based on both qualitative and quantitative criteria over a projected three-to-five-year timeframe. Diligent was reviewed on the strength of its strategic vision and the capabilities of its products.
In the report, IDC MarketScape notes: "The Diligent One Platform is a true single platform of AI-powered cross-organisational GRC capabilities that are modular, enabling customers to be met where they are in their GRC maturity journey." The report continues by highlighting that Diligent's solutions are "the gold standard in board reporting" and that its roadmap "promises unique and value-added outcomes so organisations can truly manage risk and compliance bottom up."
Platform and approach
Diligent's suite of GRC offerings includes new products such as GovernAI and AI Risk Essentials, as well as the acquisition of Vault Platform, an AI-powered ethics and compliance solution. These moves are cited as reinforcing the company's focus on delivering GRC solutions leveraging artificial intelligence.
Brian Stafford, President and Chief Executive Officer of Diligent, commented on the announcement. "Being named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for GRC Software is not only a testament to our AI-powered platform but also a reflection of our unwavering commitment to our clients across the globe. We are grateful to the over 25,000 clients who trust Diligent for AI-powered governance solutions every day. As the global leader in GRC innovation for 20+ years, we're dedicated to providing best-in-class GRC solutions that drive operational excellence and mitigate risk."
Phil Harris, Research Director, Governance Risk & Compliance Services at IDC, also addressed the reasoning behind Diligent's Leader placement. "Diligent has been positioned as a Leader in the evaluation of the Worldwide Governance, Risk and Compliance Software providers for its strategic, comprehensive and robust AI platform. The Diligent One Platform can power company-wide GRC capabilities for organisations of every size and maturity level."
Industry context
Diligent's recognition from IDC MarketScape adds to other industry endorsements, including those from Chartis and Forrester, as well as positive feedback on review sites such as G2 and Trust Radius.
The IDC MarketScape assessment model provides an overview of the competitive positioning of technology suppliers in distinct markets, rating participants based on both product and service offerings, and the strategies underpinning their medium- to long-term success.
Diligent reports serving more than 1 million users and 700,000 board members globally, providing technology to support risk management, governance processes and decision-making.
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