2025Industry Trends Survey for the Private Sector
Charting the Future of Digital Investigations
Explore how leading organizations are adapting to exponential data growth, AI-powered threats, and the evolving hybrid workplace—while turning complexity into competitive advantage.
Why This Report Matters
The digital revolution is accelerating—and so are the challenges. From skyrocketing data volumes and encrypted communications to AI-driven cyber threats and stricter compliance demands, today’s investigative teams are under pressure to do more, faster.
Now in its third year, Cellebrite’s Industry Trends Whitepaper reveals how private sector organizations are responding—with cloud-first strategies, AI-powered analytics, and agile investigative workflows that are reshaping the future of digital investigations.

83% say eDiscovery remains a top priority
Preservation, collection, and recovery are more critical than ever.

69% believe AI can enhance data analysis
Helping teams identify patterns and trends faster.

2 in 3 cases now involve mobile data
Mobile data collection is no longer optional— it’s essential.

The rise of AI as an investigative
assistant—not a replacement

The growing complexity of mobile
and cloud data collection

Why eDiscovery and data theft
remain top priorities

How leading teams are embracing
change to stay ahead
Is This Report for You?If you’re responsible for digital investigations, compliance, or risk management in the private sector, this report is for you. Whether you’re in legal, IT, cybersecurity, or corporate investigations, you’ll find actionable insights to help you:
Streamline your workflows
Strengthen your data strategy
Future-proof your investigative capabilities
If you’re responsible for digital investigations, compliance, or risk management in the private sector, this report is for you. Whether you’re in legal, IT, cybersecurity, or corporate investigations, you’ll find actionable insights to help you:
Streamline your workflows
Strengthen your data strategy
Future-proof your investigative capabilities
What’s Different in 2025?This year’s report highlights a major shift: organizations are no longer just reacting to digital complexity—they’re building proactive, scalable strategies to manage it.
From a 3x increase in cloud tool adoption to the integration of AI into everyday workflows, the 2025 report reveals how forward-thinking teams are transforming investigations into a strategic advantage.
This year’s report highlights a major shift: organizations are no longer just reacting to digital complexity—they’re building proactive, scalable strategies to manage it.
From a 3x increase in cloud tool adoption to the integration of AI into everyday workflows, the 2025 report reveals how forward-thinking teams are transforming investigations into a strategic advantage.
Ready to See What’s Ahead?
Download the 2025 Industry Trends Whitepaper and discover how your peers are navigating the future of digital investigations—with agility, intelligence, and confidence.