Kicking off 2026 with 26 Gartner Digital Market Badges across 11 Categories

The start of a new year is usually marked by resolutions, but at Scrut, we’re kicking off 2026 with a major milestone.

We are thrilled to announce that Scrut has been recognized with 26 distinct badges from Gartner Digital Markets (across Capterra and Software Advice) for January 2026. These awards span 11 critical categories, from GRC and Risk Management to specialized compliance frameworks like HIPAA, GDPR, and PCI DSS.

For us, these accolades are more than just badges for the trophy cabinet; they are a reflection of the trust our customers place in us to simplify the most complex parts of their business. As Anshul Chauhan, Director of GRC at Toddle, puts it:

‍“Thanks to Scrut, we’re saving nearly 100 hours every month across our GRC and solutions teams.”

Recommended by the people who matter most

At the end of the day, the most authentic measure of a platform’s success is whether the people using it would suggest it to their peers. In the January 2026 rankings from Software Advice, Scrut earned the “Most Recommended” badge across nine different categories, including Integrated Risk Management, GRC, Integrated Risk Management, and Audit.

This level of peer validation carries a unique weight. It signifies that our users are not just satisfied with the initial setup, but are seeing enough ongoing value to put their own professional reputation behind a recommendation.

In the compliance industry, where the stakes involve data security and regulatory standing, a recommendation is the highest form of trust.

This recognition speaks volumes about long-term customer satisfaction:

• Consistency over novelty: Being recommended across nearly ten categories shows that Scrut delivers a consistent experience, whether you are managing IT assets or navigating complex HIPAA requirements.
  
  
• Real-world reliability: These badges are based on feedback from professionals who have used the platform to survive audits, manage risks, and scale their security programs. Their endorsement proves that the software works in high-pressure, real-world scenarios.
  
  
• A community of advocates: Our growth is fueled by a community of users who advocate for a simpler way to do compliance.

For those looking to start their journey in 2026, these recommendations offer the quiet, effective assurance that you are choosing a partner that your peers already trust.

When compliance software is actually easy to use

In the world of GRC, “comprehensive” often becomes a synonym for “clunky.” But as the 2026 Gartner Digital Markets badges suggest, Scrut is proving that depth does not have to come at the expense of the user experience.

By securing “Best Ease of Use” badges across nearly a dozen categories, from Audit and Risk Management to GRC and Integrated Risk Management, the consensus is clear. Our platform is built for the people who actually have to use it every day.

For lean teams, usability is not just a “nice-to-have” feature; it is a survival mechanism. When a compliance program is intuitive, it effectively eliminates audit fatigue.

Instead of compliance being a manual, high-friction chore, it becomes a streamlined background process.

This impact ripples across the entire organization:

• For engineering: It means automated evidence collection that does not require them to manually pull logs or take screenshots every week.
  
  
• For legal & leadership: It provides a clear, high-level dashboard that translates technical security controls into business risk and readiness.
  
  
• For security teams: It acts as a single source of truth that keeps them ahead of the curve rather than constantly playing catch-up.

Value that scales as your compliance footprint grows

Compliance is often viewed as a cost center (mistakenly, though!), but the right partner transforms it into a driver of business maturity. In the January 2026 Gartner Digital Markets cycle, Scrut was recognized with “Best Value” badges across critical domains, including GRC, Audit, GDPR, and Risk Management.

Many organizations begin their journey with a single framework like SOC 2, only to find that as they expand into new markets, the cost and complexity of adding ISO 27001 or GDPR becomes prohibitive. Scrut is built to prevent this “compliance tax.”

Stakeholders see the impact of this scalability in several ways:

• No surprise costs: As your framework footprint expands, Scrut provides a clear path forward. This allows leadership to plan their security roadmap with financial certainty.
  
  
• Avoiding replatforming: You do not need to switch to "enterprise-only" tools as you grow. The same platform that helps you secure your first big contract will support your global expansion.
  
  
• Resource optimization: By automating repetitive tasks, we help you keep your internal team lean. This ensures that your budget goes toward building product rather than hiring an army of compliance consultants.

This is where true business maturity happens. It occurs when compliance becomes a seamless part of the growth story instead of a financial or operational bottleneck.

Support that shows up when it counts

Compliance is rarely a 9-to-5 concern. It often reaches its peak intensity during high-pressure moments like final audit weeks, looming certification deadlines, or urgent vendor security assessments.

In these windows, software alone is not enough. You need people who show up. Software Advice recognized this by awarding Scrut the "Best Customer Support" badge for 2026.

In the compliance industry, responsive support is non-negotiable. A delay in clarifying a control or troubleshooting an integration can stall an entire audit, potentially delaying a major contract or a product launch.

This badge is a reflection of real, high-stakes interactions where our team acted as an extension of our customers’ security offices.

What makes this recognition special is that it cannot be manufactured by marketing. It is built through:

• Being in the trenches: Whether it is a late-night session to finalize evidence or a quick check-in to prepare for a registrar meeting, our support team is dedicated to the outcome, not just the ticket.
  
  
• Expertise on demand: Compliance questions are often technical and nuanced. Our support involves GRC experts who understand the "why" behind the requirements, not just the "how" of the platform.
  
  
• Proactive partnership: We aim to solve problems before they become audit findings.

Standing out in competitive categories

In a crowded marketplace, market positioning is everything. Securing a spot on the Capterra Shortlist for both Compliance and Risk Management is a significant achievement.

Being shortlisted in these critical categories is particularly meaningful because it highlights how Scrut manages to stay versatile without becoming fragmented. Most vendors force a choice: you can have a specialized compliance tool or a broad GRC platform.

Scrut bridges this gap by offering deep, framework-specific automation alongside enterprise-grade risk management.

Closing: Gratitude, momentum, and what’s next

As we celebrate these 26 milestones, we are filled with gratitude for the community that surrounds Scrut.

We want to thank our customers, whose feedback drives our innovation, and our internal teams, who build with intent every day. We also recognize our partners and auditors for pushing the industry toward higher standards of trust.

The onset of 2026 is not just a moment for celebration. It is a point of momentum. These awards serve as a baseline for our commitment to keep raising the bar on usability, value, and trust. Whether you are starting your first audit or scaling a global program, Scrut is dedicated to making your journey effortless.

Ready to see why we are the top choice for compliance and risk management in 2026? Book a demo with Scrut today to start your journey toward effortless compliance.

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