A surge in cloud workloads, IoT deployments, and IT-OT integration is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape, leaving enterprises vulnerable to advanced threats and operational inefficiencies. With limited in-house resources, many security teams are turning to specialist Managed Detection and Response (MDR) providers for their niche focus, agility, and outcome-oriented models. These MDR specialists distinguish themselves through capabilities such as 24/7 human-led monitoring, curated threat intelligence, proactive threat hunting, and automated response strategies. Their ability to deliver identity-aware detection, orchestrated response across endpoint, cloud, and OT telemetry, and seamless deployment via unified agents makes them attractive to enterprises seeking a high degree of customization and rapid time-to-value. Moreover, many are extending their differentiation through co-innovation ecosystems, breach simulation capabilities, and modular service tiers tailored to the unique needs of different enterprise segments. This compendium provides detailed and fact-based snapshots of eight MDR specialist providers. The evaluation draws from our proprietary RFI process, briefings with the providers, buyer interviews, and continued monitoring of the global MDR landscape. Each provider profile includes detailed information on the organization’s revenue mix, solution offerings, delivery capabilities, partnerships, strategic investments, and market traction.

The rise of cloud computing, IoT devices, and IT-OT convergence has significantly expanded the attack surface, making enterprises more vulnerable to advanced cyber threats. Organizations struggle with managing complex security environments, bridging talent shortages, and balancing budget constraints while ensuring robust cybersecurity. As a result, they increasingly turn to Managed Detection and Response (MDR) providers for real-time threat visibility, automated incident containment, and seamless security integration. Providers are addressing these challenges by integrating cutting-edge innovations such as generative AI-driven threat detection, incident response, and threat investigation, Security Operations Center (SOC)-as-a-service for scalable cloud-based operations, and XDR capabilities for holistic telemetry coverage. The growing convergence of IT and OT security has also fuelled the demand for unified SOCs capable of managing diverse digital ecosystems. This compendium provides detailed and fact-based snapshots of 29 global MDR providers featured on the Managed Detection and Response (MDR) Services – Provider Compendium 2025. Each profile offers a comprehensive picture of the provider’s operations, delivery presence, solutions, investments, and market success.