Cloud computing, IoT devices, and IT-OT convergence have significantly expanded enterprises' attack surfaces, making them 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, threat investigation, security-operations-center-as-a-service for scalable cloud-based operations, and extended detection and response capabilities for holistic telemetry coverage. IT and OT security’s growing convergence has also fueled the demand for unified security operations centers capable of managing diverse digital ecosystems.

In this report, we assess 29 global MDR providers featured on the Managed Detection and Response (MDR) Services PEAK Matrix^® Assessment 2025. The assessment is based on Everest Group’s annual RFI process for the calendar year 2024, interactions with leading MDR providers, client reference checks, and an ongoing analysis of the MDR services market.

Scope

All industries and geographies

Contents

In this report, we examine:

• MDR Services PEAK Matrix^® assessment characteristics and providers’ positioning
• Key sourcing considerations for enterprises selecting MDR providers
• Providers’ key strengths and limitations

Membership(s)

Cybersecurity

Sourcing and Vendor Management