Information Technology (IT) Governance, Risk, And Compliance (GRC) Market Reaches $35.6 Billion In 2026: Key Developments Shaping Expansion
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Information Technology (IT) Governance, Risk, And Compliance (GRC) Market Set To Climb From $22.66 Billion In 2026 To $35.6 Billion By 2030
The market size for information technology (IT) governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) has experienced rapid growth in recent years. It is projected to expand from $20.29 billion in 2025 to $22.66 billion in 2026, achieving a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.7%. This historical growth can be attributed to several factors, including increasing regulatory compliance requirements, a rise in cyber threats and security incidents, the growing adoption of IT governance frameworks, increasing demand from the banking and financial services sector, and a rising need for robust audit and risk management capabilities.
The information technology (it) governance, risk, and compliance (grc) market is predicted to undergo significant expansion in the coming years. This market is expected to reach $35.6 billion in 2030, demonstrating a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.9%. The anticipated growth is primarily driven by the increasing integration with cloud and SaaS platforms, the rising adoption of AI-powered GRC tools, a greater emphasis on automated compliance reporting, the broadening application of GRC solutions within healthcare and manufacturing sectors, and a growing demand for vendor and third-party risk management solutions. Notable trends during this forecast period include the increasing uptake of cloud-based GRC solutions, enhanced integration of automated risk assessment tools, the expansion of policy management and compliance advisory services, a rising need for incident and issue management platforms, and a stronger focus on continuous monitoring and reporting services.
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Information Technology (IT) Governance, Risk, And Compliance (GRC) Market Industry Drivers: What’s Behind The Revenue Growth?
Increased cybersecurity risks are anticipated to drive expansion in the information technology (IT) governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) market. Cybersecurity threats encompass malicious efforts to gain unauthorized access, cause damage to, or interfere with digital systems, networks, or data. The surge in cybersecurity threats stems from growing digitalization, where expanded online activities and interconnected devices present increased avenues for malicious attacks. The information technology (IT) governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) framework aids in mitigating these threats through the implementation of structured policies, processes, and controls, thereby ensuring secure and compliant IT operations. This empowers organizations to identify potential risks, uphold regulatory mandates, and deploy proactive strategies, which consequently diminishes the probability of data breaches, operational interruptions, and security weaknesses. As an illustration, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, a US-based government law enforcement agency, reported in April 2025 that 859,532 suspected internet crime complaints were lodged, with total reported losses surpassing $16 billion, marking a 33% rise from 2023. Consequently, the escalating cybersecurity threats are propelling the expansion of the information technology (IT) governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) market.
Information Technology (IT) Governance, Risk, And Compliance (GRC) Market Segment Outlook: Which Categories Are Growing Fastest?
The information technology (it) governance, risk, and compliance (grc) market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Component: Software, Services
2) By Solution: Audit Management, Risk Management, Policy Management, Compliance Management, Incident Management, Other Solutions
3) By Deployment Mode: On-Premises, Cloud
4) By Organization Size: Large Enterprises, Small And Medium Enterprises
5) By End-User: Banking, Financial Services, And Insurance, Healthcare, Information Technology And Telecommunications, Energy and Utilities, Government, Manufacturing, Retail, Other End-Users
Subsegments:
1) By Software: Risk Management Software, Compliance Management Software, Audit Management Software, Policy And Procedure Management Software, Vendor And Third Party Risk Management Software, Incident And Issue Management Software, Regulatory Reporting And Monitoring Software
2) By Services: Consulting Services, Implementation And Integration Services, Training And Education Services, Managed Services, Support And Maintenance Services, Risk Assessment Services, Compliance Advisory Services
#Information Technology (IT) Governance, Risk, And Compliance (GRC) Market Growth Trends: What’s Shaping The Future Outlook?
Companies operating within the information technology (IT) governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) market are prioritizing the creation of advanced solutions, including autonomous AI agents, to enhance efficiency, strengthen compliance, and diminish manual effort and regulatory risk. Autonomous AI agents represent sophisticated systems in privacy management capable of independently investigating data breaches, identifying affected jurisdictions, and determining specific legal notification requirements. For example, in March 2025, OneTrust, a US-based privacy and compliance technology company, unveiled its Privacy Breach Response Agent. This pioneering AI agent, built with Microsoft Security Copilot, features an autonomous investigation engine designed to collect breach information and contact privacy owners without human initiation. It encompasses automatic jurisdictional mapping and regulatory assessment functionality, facilitating effortless alignment with fragmented, global privacy laws without operator intervention. Moreover, it integrates continuous stakeholder collaboration and automated audit logging, thereby extending compliance accuracy and reducing operational costs for privacy and information security teams.
Information Technology (IT) Governance, Risk, And Compliance (GRC) Market Competitive Landscape: Who Leads The Industry?
Major companies operating in the information technology (IT) governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) market are Microsoft Corporation, International Business Machines Corporation, Oracle Corporation, SAP SE, ServiceNow Inc., Thomson Reuters Corporation, Wolters Kluwer N.V., Workiva Inc., Diligent Corporation, Qualys Inc., OneTrust LLC, AuditBoard Inc., NAVEX Global Inc., MetricStream Inc., Riskonnect Inc., Vanta Inc., Pathlock Inc., SAI360 Pty Limited, Drata Inc., MEGA International S.A., Sprinto Inc., Protecht ERM Pty Limited, and Hyperproof Inc.
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Information Technology (IT) Governance, Risk, And Compliance (GRC) Market Geographic Landscape: Which Region Dominates Industry Growth?
North America was the largest region in the information technology (IT) governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the information technology (IT) governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
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