IDC Named Diligent a Leader in Risk Management
Diligent earned recognition in the 2026 worldwide third-party risk management software assessment.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Public Companies
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The IDC MarketScape report has identified Diligent as a leader in the global third-party risk management software market. This assessment highlights the company's progress in expanding its suite of governance, risk, and compliance tools.
Why it matters
As organizations navigate increasingly complex supplier ecosystems and rising regulatory expectations, automated risk management has become essential. Proactive software solutions are replacing traditional manual oversight to help firms maintain compliance.
Diligent supports a user base exceeding 1 million individuals, including more than 700,000 board members worldwide. This reach reflects the scale of its governance and compliance operations.
The players
Diligent
Diligent is a global provider of governance, risk, and compliance solutions that serves over 1 million users.
IDC
IDC is a global market intelligence and advisory firm that conducts industry assessments and vendor research.
3rdRisk
3rdRisk is an AI-native third-party risk management platform that automates complex contract analysis and vendor workflows.
The details
The IDC assessment utilizes a methodology rooted in both qualitative and quantitative criteria to evaluate software vendors. Diligent bolstered its capabilities in January 2026 by acquiring 3rdRisk, an AI-native solution that automates vendor onboarding, document analysis, and assessment workflows.
Timeline
Diligent acquired the 3rdRisk solution in January 2026.
IDC published the worldwide vendor assessment report on September 21, 2026.
Market Landscape
This recognition by the 2026 IDC MarketScape worldwide third-party risk management software vendor assessment underscores a shift toward consolidating risk management under specialized AI platforms. It positions Diligent as a dominant force against emerging competitors in the automation of enterprise compliance.
Organizations relying on Diligent for compliance may benefit from more streamlined vendor onboarding and contract analysis powered by integrated AI. Clients can expect these automated tools to reduce the need for manual, error-prone oversight in their daily risk workflows.
The takeaway
Proactive risk management is no longer a luxury but a necessity for firms facing global regulatory pressure. Companies should evaluate whether their current manual processes align with the efficiency of modern, AI-driven compliance software.
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More information
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