Audit Management Software Market Report 2025

The audit management software market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $1.71 billion in 2024 to $1.92 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rise in audits and inspections, data security concerns, globalization of businesses, quality management standards, increased complexity of business operations, internal control requirements, demand for real-time reporting.

The audit management software market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.39 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to demand for mobile auditing solutions, continuous monitoring requirements, focus on vendor risk management, evolving regulatory landscape, integration with other enterprise systems. Major trends in the forecast period include shift to cloud-based solutions, focus on data analytics and AI, collaborative and remote auditing, automation of routine audit tasks, user-friendly interfaces and dashboards, enhanced security features.

The rising demand for cloud services is anticipated to significantly boost the growth of the audit management software market. Cloud services encompass a wide range of on-demand computing resources and applications delivered via the Internet. Cloud-based audit management software offers businesses scalable solutions that can easily adapt to growing data needs without requiring major infrastructure investments. This flexibility allows organizations to enhance their audit capabilities as they expand, driving the demand for cloud-based solutions. For instance, in September 2023, Gartner, a US-based technology research firm, projected substantial growth in public address and voice alarm systems, forecasting a nearly 22% increase in service and user spending, which would rise to over $597 billion in 2023, up from $491 billion in 2022. Additionally, by 2026, it is expected that 75% of organizations will adopt cloud-powered digital transformation strategies. Therefore, the increasing demand for cloud services is likely to support the growth of the audit management software market.

The surge in financial fraud incidents is poised to be a key driver for the growth of the audit management software market. This software facilitates proactive risk mitigation, streamlined investigations, and compliance adherence to anti-fraud regulations. Its adoption is fueled by the capability to fortify internal controls, integrate advanced technologies, and shield against financial losses and reputational harm linked with fraud. Notably, a report from UK Finance Limited in May 2023 highlighted that in 2022, financial criminals pilfered over $1.6 billion (£1.2 billion), illustrating the urgency to address fraudulent activities. Consequently, the escalating prevalence of financial frauds is propelling the demand for audit management software solutions.

Prominent players within the audit management software market are integrating AI assistants into their offerings to reinforce their market positions. For instance, KPMG International Limited unveiled generative artificial intelligence (AI) for its tax professionals in July 2023, as part of a $2 billion commitment to integrate advanced technology into business operations. Leveraging an expanded partnership with Microsoft, KPMG utilizes the Azure cloud platform and OpenAI's ChatGPT to enhance the capabilities of its accountants and consultants. This initiative aims to deliver expedited insights and heightened productivity within the firm's tax practice by providing professionals access to ChatGPT as a 'virtual assistant.' These AI-driven assistants streamline tasks such as collecting tax data and preparing reports on global tax obligations, reinforcing KPMG's market presence.

Key players in the audit management software market are actively developing automation solutions like AuditBoard to secure a competitive advantage. AuditBoard Analytics delivers pre-packaged functionalities for audit testing and personalized analytics workflows, employing a No/Low Code model. An illustration of this innovation comes from AuditBoard, a US-based software development company, which in October 2023, introduced advanced AI and analytics capabilities aimed at enhancing audit, risk, compliance, and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) management. Among these features is AuditBoard AI, utilizing generative AI, machine learning, and natural language processing to provide insights, recommendations, and automated actions spanning various programs. Additionally, the Operational Risk Management (ORM) feature aids in expanding risk coverage, enabling effective interaction with frontline teams for self-reporting and assessments. These capabilities are intended to equip teams with contemporary tools for crucial insights, seamless collaboration, and prompt responses within a dynamic risk landscape.

In May 2024, Hg, a private equity firm based in the UK, acquired AuditBoard for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to enhance AuditBoard's growth in the areas of audit, risk, compliance, and ESG management by utilizing Hg's extensive expertise in the software sector. AuditBoard, a company based in the US, specializes in delivering cloud-based solutions for managing audit, risk, compliance, and ESG initiatives.

Major companies operating in the audit management software market are ACL Services Limited, MasterControl Inc., Wolters Kluwer NV, The International Business Machines Corporation, Thomson Reuters Corporation, SAP SE, Protiviti Inc., RiskLogix Solutions Limited, Workiva Inc., ComplianceBridge Corporation, SAI Global Pty. Limited, TRONIXSS, Ideagen PLC, Lockpath Inc., AuditBoard Inc., Siemens AG, Alteryx Inc., Syntelic Solutions Corporation, Hitachi Limited, Conduent Inc., Oracle Corporation, Envista LLC, Thales Group, Xactium Limited, MetricStream Inc., Resolver Inc., AuditFile Inc., AuditSoft Inc., AuditWare Development Company Inc., Workrunner Inc.

North America was the largest region in the audit management software market in 2024. The regions covered in the audit management software market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the audit management software market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Audit Management Software is designed to streamline the process of planning, scheduling, and conducting audits. This software facilitates various types of audits, including quality audits, operational audits, external audits, IT audits, and supplier audits. It offers features that allow customization of information delivery and viewing options for key personnel, management, and authorized users.

The primary components of audit management software encompass both solutions and services. The solutions represent the software itself, designed to automate internal audit procedures and manage the complexities of the auditor's tasks. Deployment options include on-premise and cloud solutions, catering to the needs of large enterprises and small to medium enterprises, respectively. End-users of audit management software span across industries such as BFSI, retail and e-commerce, manufacturing, government and defense, energy and utilities, IT and telecom, education, healthcare, and other sectors.

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The audit management software market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing personal computer-based and mobile-based audit management solutions. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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