eDiscovery (Software and Services)

Global eDiscovery (Software and Services) Market to Reach US$24.4 Billion by 2030

The global market for eDiscovery (Software and Services) estimated at US$15.0 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$24.4 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 8.4% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Services, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 9.1% CAGR and reach US$16.3 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Solutions segment is estimated at 7.1% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$5.1 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 10.6% CAGR

The eDiscovery (Software and Services) market in the U.S. is estimated at US$5.1 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$2.5 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 10.6% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 6.9% and 7.7% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 8.4% CAGR.

Global eDiscovery (Software and Services) Market - Key Trends and Drivers Summarized

In the modern legal and business landscape, the evolution of document discovery to meet the challenges of the digital age has led to the rise of electronic discovery (eDiscovery). This process involves the management and exchange of electronically stored information (ESI) relevant to legal cases, adapting to the voluminous and complex nature of digital data. eDiscovery has become integral as most documents are now created and stored electronically, encompassing a wide array of digital formats including emails, multimedia files, and data from emerging communication platforms. Initially manageable manually, the explosion of digital data necessitates sophisticated software solutions to handle the demands of modern eDiscovery efficiently. These tools automate the process of discovering, securing, and analyzing electronic documents, significantly reducing the time and cost associated with manual handling and improving the accuracy and efficiency of data review.

The transition from paper-based to digital discovery presents several challenges, primarily due to the sheer volume, velocity, variety, and veracity of digital data. Organizations must manage large quantities of data across multiple locations, generated rapidly from various sources such as emails, social media, and collaborative platforms. The diverse formats of digital information complicate the aggregation and processing of relevant data, while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data can be difficult, especially when data can be easily altered or deleted. Given these complexities, manual processes for eDiscovery are no longer feasible, making specialized eDiscovery software essential. These tools facilitate the identification, holding, reviewing, and production of necessary documents, leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to improve data review processes and maintain data integrity according to legal standards.

Several factors drive the growth of eDiscovery solutions. The increasing complexity of information governance requires robust eDiscovery tools to manage and govern the vast amounts of data generated daily, including data from mobile devices, cloud storage, and various communication platforms. Expanding regulatory requirements, such as GDPR and CCPA, pressure organizations to manage data in compliance with legal standards, making eDiscovery solutions indispensable. Data-intensive industries like healthcare, finance, and legal services rely heavily on eDiscovery for handling sensitive data securely and accurately. Advancements in AI and ML have transformed eDiscovery capabilities, allowing for precise data analysis and faster document review processes. The shift towards remote work and digital collaboration has expanded the scope of ESI, necessitating eDiscovery solutions that can manage data from platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams. Additionally, increased litigation, internal investigations, and consumer demand for privacy and transparency drive the adoption of eDiscovery solutions, making them essential for managing complex, regulated, and data-driven business environments.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the eDiscovery (Software and Services) market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Component (Services, Solutions); Deployment (Cloud Deployment, On-Premise Deployment); End-Use (BFSI End-Use, Healthcare & Life Sciences End-Use, Government & Public Sector End-Use, IT & Telecom End-Use, Retail & Consumer Goods End-Use, Legal End-Use, Other End-Uses)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; USA; Canada; Japan; China; Europe; France; Germany; Italy; UK; Spain; Russia; Rest of Europe; Asia-Pacific; Australia; India; South Korea; Rest of Asia-Pacific; Latin America; Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; Rest of Latin America; Middle East; Africa.

Select Competitors (Total 142 Featured) -

• CloudNine
• Commvault Systems, Inc.
• Conduent Inc.
• CS Disco, Inc.
• Deloitte US
• EPIQ Systems, Inc.
• Everlaw Inc.
• Exterro Inc.
• FTI Consulting, Inc.
• International Business Machines Corp.
• KLDiscovery, Inc.
• Knovos LLC.
• Lighthouse
• Microsoft Corporation
• Nuix Ltd.
• ONE Discovery
• OpenText Corporation
• Relativity ODA LLC
• Veritas Technologies LLC

TARIFF IMPACT FACTOR

Our new release incorporates impact of tariffs on geographical markets as we predict a shift in competitiveness of companies based on HQ country, manufacturing base, exports and imports (finished goods and OEM). This intricate and multifaceted market reality will impact competitors by artificially increasing the COGS, reducing profitability, reconfiguring supply chains, amongst other micro and macro market dynamics.

We are diligently following expert opinions of leading Chief Economists (14,949), Think Tanks (62), Trade & Industry bodies (171) worldwide, as they assess impact and address new market realities for their ecosystems. Experts and economists from every major country are tracked for their opinions on tariffs and how they will impact their countries.

We expect this chaos to play out over the next 2-3 months and a new world order is established with more clarity. We are tracking these developments on a real time basis.

As we release this report, U.S. Trade Representatives are pushing their counterparts in 183 countries for an early closure to bilateral tariff negotiations. Most of the major trading partners also have initiated trade agreements with other key trading nations, outside of those in the works with the United States. We are tracking such secondary fallouts as supply chains shift.

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APRIL 2025: NEGOTIATION PHASE

Our April release addresses the impact of tariffs on the overall global market and presents market adjustments by geography. Our trajectories are based on historic data and evolving market impacting factors.

JULY 2025 FINAL TARIFF RESET

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Reciprocal and Bilateral Trade & Tariff Impact Analyses:

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176 OTHER COUNTRIES.

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