PwC has been named as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Data Protection & Governance Services 2025 (IDC #US52973625, October 2025).
The IDC MarketScape report states, ‘PwC’s differentiation centers on its integration of artificial intelligence and automation throughout their data protection portfolio, driven by what they call a “data risk” philosophy that connects protection directly to business value creation.’
Mir Kashifuddin, Partner, Data Risk & Privacy Leader, PwC US, shared: “We’re honoured to be recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Data Protection & Governance Services 2025. In today’s data-driven world, companies are transforming how they navigate customer experience, third-party relationships, regulations, and an expanding threat landscape. The ability to convert data into value—securely and ethically—is the business imperative for the next decade. At PwC, our data lifecycle approach helps clients govern and protect their data while unlocking insights. With secure processes and responsible data use, organizations can confidently extract value from their data while mitigating risks and safeguarding their reputation.”
Shaun Willcocks, Partner, Global Risk Markets Leader, Global Internal Audit Leader, PwC Japan, added: “Many companies are still trying to govern data in silos using traditional approaches. This not only limits how effectively data is controlled but risks misalignment with corporate strategy. When data governance is placed at the heart of strategy, it can help drive greater trust and confidence (value protection) and ultimately better decision-making and commercial outcomes (value creation).”
About IDC MarketScape
IDC MarketScape vendor assessment model is designed to provide an overview of the competitive fitness of technology and service suppliers in a given market. The research utilizes a rigorous scoring methodology based on both qualitative and quantitative criteria that results in a single graphical illustration of each vendor’s position within a given market. IDC MarketScape provides a clear framework in which the product and service offerings, capabilities and strategies, and current and future market success factors of technology suppliers can be meaningfully compared. The framework also provides technology buyers with a 360-degree assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of current and prospective vendors.
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