State of Software Supply Chain Security

2026 State of
Software Supply
Chain Security

The Software Maturity Paradox.

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When Confidence Outpaces Control

Nearly half of organizations rate their software supply chain security programs as mature. Yet, automation is inconsistent, SBOM practices lag, compliance readiness is uneven, and preparation for post-quantum cryptography is limited. 

The result? A widening gap between perception and protection. 

Where are the Gaps?

automation State of Software Supply Chain Security
Automation

Many organizations believe they’ve modernized their pipelines, but automation of signing and security checks remains partial or ad hoc, creating hidden exposure.

Only 13% of organizations fully automate code signing across all projects.

SBOM & Software Transparency

Expectations are rising across industries, yet creation, signing, and integration processes are still inconsistent and difficult to scale.

Just 11% of respondents actively provide SBOMs today.

Compliance & Governance

Regulatory mandates are accelerating globally, but few organizations feel fully prepared to meet evolving code signing and supply chain requirements.

nly 12% report full preparation for meeting regulatory requirements.

Post-Quantum Readiness

PQC deadlines are approaching, yet most organizations haven’t begun structured preparation, compressing future migration timelines.

68% are either unaware of PQC requirements, have no plans, or are not prioritizing preparation.

 

Leaders vs. Laggards

Closing the gap between confidence and control requires deliberate execution. Mature organizations:

 

  • Formalize policy before scaling automation

  • Embed security directly into CI/CD workflows

  • Secure signing keys in compliant HSM environments

  • Prepare early for emerging mandates

 

Laggards prioritize governance in theory but delay operational execution.

Download the full report to explore the maturity paradox in detail and see how leaders are closing the gap.

 

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