The Business ROI of Compliance 2026
A survey of early-stage organizations on leveraging compliance as a driver of growth and business outcomes.
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About this Report
According to IBM’s recent report, the global average cost of data breaches in 2025 is estimated at $4.4 million—a 9% increase from last year. This rising financial toll reflects increasing cyber risks and regulatory scrutiny. But beyond just financial loss, the impact of non-compliance often manifests in customer dissatisfaction, negative market sentiment, and shrinking opportunities for growth.
The Compliance ROI Report 2026 reveals how this landscape is shifting. Rather than serving solely as a defensive measure, compliance is becoming a growth lever, helping SMBs earn trust, access new markets, and strengthen their commercial position.
Key Findings
How much do organizations invest in compliance?
63% organizations spend $5k-20k yearly on compliance, showing they treat compliance as a continuous investment, rather than a one-off project.
Compliance enables expansion into new markets and segments
For 67% of organizations, solid compliance has helped them break into new markets and win larger customers.
Compliance = Trust multiplier
When security is handled well, customers feel more confident choosing and staying with an organization.
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