GITNUXREPORT 2025

Digital Transformation In The Software Industry Statistics

Digital transformation boosts software industry competitiveness, efficiency, revenue, and customer experience.

Jannik Linder

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

First published: April 29, 2025

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55% of software enterprises experienced ROI within the first year of digital transformation

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68% of software businesses report increased revenue following digital transformation initiatives

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60% of software companies report improved decision-making with digital transformation tools

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70% of teams using Agile methods report higher success rates in digital transformation projects

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61% of CIOs say digital transformation has improved their company's operational efficiency

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84% of organizations say digital transformation has positively impacted their innovation capabilities

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55% of software companies report improved stakeholder engagement due to digital transformation

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89% of software companies have adopted a digital transformation strategy by 2023

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70% of CIOs believe digital transformation is crucial for their company's future

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65% of software firms increased their IT budgets to accelerate digital transformation initiatives in 2023

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80% of software companies report improved agility due to digital transformation

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60% of software development teams use cloud-based tools to facilitate digital transformation

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78% of software firms see digital transformation as a means to enhance customer experience

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50% of software firms plan to adopt more automation tools in 2023

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77% of software startups prioritize digital transformation to stay competitive

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59% of software firms report faster time-to-market as a result of digital transformation

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73% of software firms have adopted DevOps practices to support digital transformation

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55% of software companies see digital transformation as a continuous process rather than a one-time project

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69% of CIOs expect cloud migration to be complete or nearly complete by 2025

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66% of software organizations have incorporated IoT solutions into their digital transformation strategies

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50% of software firms report using open-source tools to accelerate digital transformation

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64% of software organizations emphasize the importance of customer-centric design in digital transformation

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75% of software businesses plan to expand their digital transformation efforts in the next two years

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62% of software firms plan to incorporate edge computing into their digital transformation strategies

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53% of industry leaders consider digital transformation essential for future growth

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80% of software companies believe digital transformation has increased their competitive advantage

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44% of software firms have adopted low-code/no-code platforms to accelerate digital initiatives

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69% of software organizations track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure digital transformation success

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60% of software companies are exploring sustainability through digital transformation

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68% of software companies intersect digital transformation with business model innovation

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78% of software firms reported increased customer retention after digital transformation

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52% of software organizations have increased cybersecurity investments as part of digital transformation

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53% of software businesses report that digital transformation has improved compliance and risk management

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72% of companies increased their cybersecurity profitability through digital transformation investments

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47% of software companies have faced challenges with data privacy during digital transformation

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72% of software companies have implemented AI and machine learning to streamline operations

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45% of software companies struggle with legacy system integration during digital transformation

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85% of software companies are using data analytics to drive product development

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65% of software companies plan to implement blockchain technology in their digital transformation roadmap

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50% of software companies are exploring AI-powered customer service solutions

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58% of software teams are investing in AI-driven analytics tools

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54% of software companies experience faster deployment cycles due to continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD)

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72% of software companies leverage cloud-native architectures to enhance agility

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73% of software companies anticipate increased use of automation in quality assurance processes

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43% of software companies increased remote collaboration post-digital transformation

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67% of firms experienced improved employee productivity due to digital transformation

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69% of organizations increased their investment in digital skills training as part of digital transformation

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Key Highlights

89% of software companies have adopted a digital transformation strategy by 2023
70% of CIOs believe digital transformation is crucial for their company's future
65% of software firms increased their IT budgets to accelerate digital transformation initiatives in 2023
80% of software companies report improved agility due to digital transformation
60% of software development teams use cloud-based tools to facilitate digital transformation
72% of software companies have implemented AI and machine learning to streamline operations
55% of software enterprises experienced ROI within the first year of digital transformation
45% of software companies struggle with legacy system integration during digital transformation
78% of software firms see digital transformation as a means to enhance customer experience
68% of software businesses report increased revenue following digital transformation initiatives
50% of software firms plan to adopt more automation tools in 2023
85% of software companies are using data analytics to drive product development
52% of software organizations have increased cybersecurity investments as part of digital transformation

Did you know that by 2023, a staggering 89% of software companies have embraced digital transformation, revolutionizing the industry with faster innovation, enhanced agility, and increased revenue—proving that digital change is no longer optional but vital for survival in today’s competitive landscape?

Business Outcomes and ROI

55% of software enterprises experienced ROI within the first year of digital transformation
68% of software businesses report increased revenue following digital transformation initiatives
60% of software companies report improved decision-making with digital transformation tools
70% of teams using Agile methods report higher success rates in digital transformation projects
61% of CIOs say digital transformation has improved their company's operational efficiency
84% of organizations say digital transformation has positively impacted their innovation capabilities
55% of software companies report improved stakeholder engagement due to digital transformation

Business Outcomes and ROI Interpretation

In the rapidly evolving software landscape, over half of enterprises are reaping tangible benefits—ranging from quicker ROI and revenue boosts to smarter decision-making—highlighting that digital transformation isn't just a tech upgrade but a strategic imperative fueling innovation and stakeholder engagement.

Digital Adoption and Transformation

89% of software companies have adopted a digital transformation strategy by 2023
70% of CIOs believe digital transformation is crucial for their company's future
65% of software firms increased their IT budgets to accelerate digital transformation initiatives in 2023
80% of software companies report improved agility due to digital transformation
60% of software development teams use cloud-based tools to facilitate digital transformation
78% of software firms see digital transformation as a means to enhance customer experience
50% of software firms plan to adopt more automation tools in 2023
77% of software startups prioritize digital transformation to stay competitive
59% of software firms report faster time-to-market as a result of digital transformation
73% of software firms have adopted DevOps practices to support digital transformation
55% of software companies see digital transformation as a continuous process rather than a one-time project
69% of CIOs expect cloud migration to be complete or nearly complete by 2025
66% of software organizations have incorporated IoT solutions into their digital transformation strategies
50% of software firms report using open-source tools to accelerate digital transformation
64% of software organizations emphasize the importance of customer-centric design in digital transformation
75% of software businesses plan to expand their digital transformation efforts in the next two years
62% of software firms plan to incorporate edge computing into their digital transformation strategies
53% of industry leaders consider digital transformation essential for future growth
80% of software companies believe digital transformation has increased their competitive advantage
44% of software firms have adopted low-code/no-code platforms to accelerate digital initiatives
69% of software organizations track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure digital transformation success
60% of software companies are exploring sustainability through digital transformation
68% of software companies intersect digital transformation with business model innovation
78% of software firms reported increased customer retention after digital transformation

Digital Adoption and Transformation Interpretation

With 89% of software companies embracing digital transformation by 2023—boosting agility, customer experience, and competitive edge—it's clear that in today’s industry, staying digitally dynamic isn’t just an option; it’s the new normal for survival and success.

Security, Compliance, and Infrastructure

52% of software organizations have increased cybersecurity investments as part of digital transformation
53% of software businesses report that digital transformation has improved compliance and risk management
72% of companies increased their cybersecurity profitability through digital transformation investments
47% of software companies have faced challenges with data privacy during digital transformation

Security, Compliance, and Infrastructure Interpretation

While digital transformation is boosting cybersecurity stakes and compliance, nearly half of software firms still grapple with data privacy hurdles—highlighting that embracing innovation without safeguarding privacy remains a delicate balancing act.

Technology Integration and Innovation

72% of software companies have implemented AI and machine learning to streamline operations
45% of software companies struggle with legacy system integration during digital transformation
85% of software companies are using data analytics to drive product development
65% of software companies plan to implement blockchain technology in their digital transformation roadmap
50% of software companies are exploring AI-powered customer service solutions
58% of software teams are investing in AI-driven analytics tools
54% of software companies experience faster deployment cycles due to continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD)
72% of software companies leverage cloud-native architectures to enhance agility
73% of software companies anticipate increased use of automation in quality assurance processes

Technology Integration and Innovation Interpretation

As software companies race to embrace AI, analytics, and cloud-native architectures, they’re not only turbocharging innovation and agility but also grappling with the timeless challenge of legacy systems—reminding us that even in digital transformation, progress is often a balancing act between cutting-edge technology and the roots that hold it all together.

Workforce and Cultural Change

43% of software companies increased remote collaboration post-digital transformation
67% of firms experienced improved employee productivity due to digital transformation
69% of organizations increased their investment in digital skills training as part of digital transformation

Workforce and Cultural Change Interpretation

As the software industry embraces digital transformation, nearly half are boosting remote collaboration, two-thirds see productivity soaring, and nearly 70% are investing heavily in digital skills—proving that adapting to the digital age isn't optional but essential for staying ahead.