[EDRM Editor’s Note: This article was first published here on April 9, 2025, and EDRM is grateful to Rob Robinson, editor and managing director of Trusted Partner ComplexDiscovery, for permission to republish.]
ComplexDiscovery Editor’s Note: The Q1 2025 release of Andrew Haslam’s eDisclosure Buyers Guide marks a new milestone in the evolution of this respected industry resource. Now in its twelfth edition, the Guide continues to offer legal, compliance, and cybersecurity professionals structured insight into the complex and rapidly evolving eDiscovery marketplace. With the addition of 15 new vendors, enhanced research, and strong engagement metrics—including more than 101,000 views since January 2024—this update reflects the Guide’s continued relevance and value.
Building on the work of industry legend and leader Andrew Haslam, this edition represents the ongoing collaboration between Haslam, ComplexDiscovery OÜ, and EDRM. The result is a clear, practical, and continually updated reference that complements other leading guides and directories in the field. It supports professionals in comparing providers, tracking market shifts, and making more informed decisions throughout the eDisclosure and eDiscovery process.
What do 101,000+ pageviews and a lineup of 15 new vendors reveal about the state of eDiscovery?
They tell a story of an industry in motion—more complex, more competitive, and more data-driven than ever. And at the center of that motion? Andrew Haslam’s eDisclosure Buyers Guide, a resource trusted by legal and technology professionals around the world.
The 12th Edition: A Trusted Guide, Refreshed for 2025
Now in its twelfth edition, the 2025 online version of Andrew Haslam’s eDisclosure Systems Buyers Guide continues to serve professionals across the eDisclosure, eDiscovery, and litigation support landscape. This updated release reflects the ongoing collaboration between Andrew Haslam, ComplexDiscovery OÜ, and the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM).
With editorial and operational support from ComplexDiscovery and the contributions of Holley Robinson, Marketing Operations Manager, this edition builds on a shared commitment to clarity, consistency, and industry alignment.
This Guide is designed to assist legal, technology, and compliance professionals who navigate the challenges of managing electronically stored information (ESI)—from identification and processing to review and production. As the demands of legal and regulatory projects grow more intricate, this Guide remains an informed and structured resource, offering essential insight for professionals making tool, vendor, and strategy decisions.
Importantly, this Guide complements the many excellent guides, directories, and indexes available across the legal technology and service provider landscape. It is part of a broader ecosystem of tools that support industry professionals in staying informed and connected.
A Living Resource, Growing with the Industry
Since the start of 2024, the Guide has been accessed over 101,000 times, with March 2025 setting a new monthly record of 10,660 pageviews. That level of engagement speaks to its ongoing relevance and value in a market undergoing continual transformation.
“The eDisclosure Buyers Guide is more than just a compilation of vendors; it’s a strategic tool,” said Mary Mack, CEO and Chief Legal Technologist at EDRM. “Andrew Haslam’s legacy of actionable insight continues to empower informed decision-making in eDiscovery.”
What’s New in Q1 2025?
This quarter’s update reflects a market that is both diversifying and specializing. The Guide now features 165 supplier listings and 68 software solutions, offering a broader and more detailed snapshot of the field.
Among the 15 new vendors introduced, there is growing representation in areas such as data protection, investigative services, consultancy, and intelligent review platforms. Companies like Commvault and Druva reflect a heightened interest in backup and recovery solutions that now play a more visible role in legal readiness. Control Risks and J.S. Held bring deep investigative and crisis response capabilities—services increasingly tied to litigation preparedness.
Firms like Digital WarRoom, Nextpoint, and Lexbe focus on delivering flexible case management tools geared toward small and midsize practices. Meanwhile, iDiscovery Solutions, Innovative Driven, and Law & Forensics highlight the enduring value of consultancy-driven approaches that merge technical proficiency with legal experience.
The Guide also welcomes Merlin Search Technologies and DecoverAI, both known for pushing boundaries in AI-driven analysis and smart search. Rounding out this update, Clarity, Lockhaven Solutions, and MD5 add to the Guide’s strength in forensic, auditing, and advisory capabilities.
“Its strength lies in collaboration,” said Holley Robinson, Buyers Guide Manager at ComplexDiscovery OÜ. “From vendor contributions to expert input, this Guide remains a living resource that evolves with the community.”
Beyond Listings: Insight That Informs
The Q1 2025 edition doesn’t stop at vendor entries—it also features new research mashups and trend analysis tools to help professionals make informed, forward-looking decisions.
These include:
- The 2024–2029 eDiscovery Market Size Mashup, identifying future industry directions
- The Winter 2025 Pricing Report, exploring changing economics and client expectations
- Fall 2024 Business Confidence Survey Insights, revealing practitioner sentiment across sectors
- An updated Mergers, Acquisitions, and Investments summary, offering visibility into consolidation patterns
“The updates in the Q1 2025 edition reflect ongoing changes within the field,” said Kaylee Walstad, Chief Strategy Officer at EDRM. “By including pricing and ethical considerations, the Guide equips professionals to stay ahead.”
Why This Guide Matters—Now More Than Ever
Across in-house legal teams, law firms, and service providers, professionals are tasked with decisions that carry technical, financial, and strategic weight. This Guide—through its structure, neutrality, and accessibility—serves as a reliable companion in those decision-making processes.
It supports exploration. It supports comparison. It supports collaboration.
Where do you go when the eDiscovery map changes? This Guide is a good place to start.
Explore the Q1 2025 edition of Andrew Haslam’s eDisclosure Buyers Guide today at Buyers Guide Archive – ComplexDiscovery.
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News Source
Haslam, Andrew. eDisclosure Systems Buyers Guide, 12th ed., Q1 2025 Online Version. ComplexDiscovery OÜ and Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM), 2025. Accessed April 8, 2025. https://complexdiscovery.com/buyers-guide/
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