This IDC study provides an in-depth analysis of the evolving managed detection and response / managed extended detection and response (MDR/MXDR) market, highlighting the importance of full response capabilities, key adjacent capabilities, transparency, and various service models tailored to organizational size and complexity.

It emphasizes the growing need for MDR services due to increasing threats and budget constraints, differentiating between MDR and MXDR services while offering strategic advice for technology buyers. The document also includes vendor evaluations, focusing on their strengths, challenges, and unique offerings.

"In an era where cybersecurity threats evolve daily, MDR services have become a beacon of hope, offering a compelling managed service tailored to meet the growing threat landscape and customer expectations," says Craig Robinson, research VP, IDC's Worldwide Security Services. "Resource-constrained CIOs and CISOs now have an option to elevate their cybersecurity program in an affordable manner that is personalized to meet their unique security and risk needs."