GITNUXREPORT 2025

Digital Transformation In The Private Equity Industry Statistics

Private equity accelerates growth by adopting comprehensive digital transformation strategies.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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54% of private equity firms utilize AI and machine learning tools to assess target companies

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54% of PE firms say data analytics has led to better decision-making

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45% of private equity firms use predictive analytics for exit strategies

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61% of private equity deals involve some form of digital due diligence

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62% of PE firms cite improved risk management due to digital tools

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47% of private equity firms use advanced analytics for portfolio company operational improvements

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78% of private equity firms have increased their investment in digital transformation initiatives since 2020

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65% of PE firms report that digital transformation has improved their deal sourcing capabilities

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70% of private equity firms have dedicated teams for digital strategy

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48% of private equity investors believe digital transformation significantly accelerates value creation timelines

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82% of private equity firms plan to increase their technology budgets in the next two years

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40% of private equity firms have integrated digital dashboards for real-time monitoring of portfolio performance

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68% of PE firms see digital transformation as a key factor in competitive advantage

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50% of private equity managers report improved portfolio management through digital tools

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72% of private equity firms have adopted or plan to adopt blockchain technology for transparency and security

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83% of private equity firms believe digital transformation will shape future investment strategies

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59% of private equity firms centralize data management to enhance compliance and reporting

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74% of private equity firms anticipate that AI will influence investor relations

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65% of private equity firms have implemented or plan to implement virtual data rooms for dealmaking

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52% of respondents see digitalization as a driver for faster deal closing

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69% of private equity firms believe digital transformation enhances talent acquisition and retention

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55% of private equity deals are now supported by AI-driven due diligence tools

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60% of private equity firms leverage cloud computing to enhance operational efficiency

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49% of PE firms have seen measurable ROI from digital transformation initiatives within 12 months

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44% of PE firms report increased operational efficiency through digital workflow management

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72% of PE firms are exploring or adopting robotic process automation (RPA)

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43% of private equity firms report difficulty in integrating new digital tools with legacy systems

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66% of private equity firms use automation to streamline back-office functions

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Key Highlights

78% of private equity firms have increased their investment in digital transformation initiatives since 2020
65% of PE firms report that digital transformation has improved their deal sourcing capabilities
54% of private equity firms utilize AI and machine learning tools to assess target companies
70% of private equity firms have dedicated teams for digital strategy
48% of private equity investors believe digital transformation significantly accelerates value creation timelines
82% of private equity firms plan to increase their technology budgets in the next two years
54% of PE firms say data analytics has led to better decision-making
60% of private equity firms leverage cloud computing to enhance operational efficiency
72% of PE firms are exploring or adopting robotic process automation (RPA)
40% of private equity firms have integrated digital dashboards for real-time monitoring of portfolio performance
55% of private equity deals are now supported by AI-driven due diligence tools
68% of PE firms see digital transformation as a key factor in competitive advantage
50% of private equity managers report improved portfolio management through digital tools

As private equity firms turbocharge their digital efforts, a striking 78% have ramped up investments since 2020, transforming deal sourcing, operational efficiency, and value creation in ways that are redefining the industry landscape.

Data Analytics and Risk Management

54% of private equity firms utilize AI and machine learning tools to assess target companies
54% of PE firms say data analytics has led to better decision-making
45% of private equity firms use predictive analytics for exit strategies
61% of private equity deals involve some form of digital due diligence
62% of PE firms cite improved risk management due to digital tools
47% of private equity firms use advanced analytics for portfolio company operational improvements

Data Analytics and Risk Management Interpretation

With over half of private equity firms embracing AI and data analytics—from targeted deal assessments to operational improvements—they're proving that in the race for superior returns, going digital isn't just smart; it's essential.

Digital Transformation and Strategic Adoption

78% of private equity firms have increased their investment in digital transformation initiatives since 2020
65% of PE firms report that digital transformation has improved their deal sourcing capabilities
70% of private equity firms have dedicated teams for digital strategy
48% of private equity investors believe digital transformation significantly accelerates value creation timelines
82% of private equity firms plan to increase their technology budgets in the next two years
40% of private equity firms have integrated digital dashboards for real-time monitoring of portfolio performance
68% of PE firms see digital transformation as a key factor in competitive advantage
50% of private equity managers report improved portfolio management through digital tools
72% of private equity firms have adopted or plan to adopt blockchain technology for transparency and security
83% of private equity firms believe digital transformation will shape future investment strategies
59% of private equity firms centralize data management to enhance compliance and reporting
74% of private equity firms anticipate that AI will influence investor relations
65% of private equity firms have implemented or plan to implement virtual data rooms for dealmaking
52% of respondents see digitalization as a driver for faster deal closing
69% of private equity firms believe digital transformation enhances talent acquisition and retention

Digital Transformation and Strategic Adoption Interpretation

With nearly 80% of private equity firms ramping up digital investments since 2020, it's clear that in today's fiercely competitive landscape, digital transformation isn't just a technological upgrade but the new secret weapon for faster deals, sharper strategies, and maintaining a future-proof edge—proving that in PE, going digital is less an option and more of a necessity.

Investment and Deal Support Tools

55% of private equity deals are now supported by AI-driven due diligence tools

Investment and Deal Support Tools Interpretation

With over half of private equity deals now leveraging AI-driven due diligence, the industry is clearly leaning into smart technology—making "human judgment" almost an antique in deal-making.

ROI, Operational Efficiency, and Future Outlook

60% of private equity firms leverage cloud computing to enhance operational efficiency
49% of PE firms have seen measurable ROI from digital transformation initiatives within 12 months
44% of PE firms report increased operational efficiency through digital workflow management

ROI, Operational Efficiency, and Future Outlook Interpretation

With nearly half of private equity firms reaping measurable ROI within a year and over 60% harnessing cloud computing for streamlined operations, digital transformation isn't just a trend—it's the new private equity playbook for closure and efficiency.

Technology Utilization and Automation

72% of PE firms are exploring or adopting robotic process automation (RPA)
43% of private equity firms report difficulty in integrating new digital tools with legacy systems
66% of private equity firms use automation to streamline back-office functions

Technology Utilization and Automation Interpretation

While a commanding 72% of private equity firms are embracing RPA to boost efficiency, the 43% grappling with integrating these innovations amid legacy systems highlights that digital transformation, like a complex deal, requires skillful negotiation and strategic foresight.