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Theom is the ONLY Vendor to be Named Both a Leader and an Outperformer in the GigaOm Radar for DSPM
27 Apr 2026
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Carey Gregg

Theom Named a Leader and Outperformer in the GigaOm Radar for Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) v3

Theom has officially been recognized as a Leader and an Outperformer in the GigaOm Radar for Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) v3. Theom is the only platform to garner this distinguishing combination amongst its peers. AI security and governance are impossible without deep data and identity context, and GigaOm's recognition demonstrates that Theom's innovative approach to the issue is showing results.

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Unrivaled Velocity: The DSPM Outperformer

You can't secure the speed of AI with legacy technology. That is why GigaOm distinguished Theom as an Outperformer in their GigaOm Radar for DSPM, a title reserved for vendors with the fastest-moving product strategies and superior technical execution. Of the 25 solutions evaluated in the market, only three were ranked as Outperformers; of those three, Theom is the only one positioned inside the Leader ring.

"Theom was classified as an Outperformer due to its rapid development and strong roadmap. The vendor is already performing well across all of our emerging technology areas, and we expect this to continue."
GigaOm Radar for Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) v3

While other competitors in the Leader ring are categorized as Fast Movers tracking the market, Theom's Outperformer status proves we are the ones setting the pace.

The Benchmark for Maturity: Validated by GigaOm

Theom also secured its place in the Leader ring in the Maturity/Platform Play quadrant. Out of 25 solutions GigaOm evaluated, only eight made it into the Leader ring. Together, this means Theom was the only vendor to achieve recognition as both an Outperformer and a Leader in the space.

"Theom provides full visibility by linking identity, data, and usage and detects risks like unprotected sensitive data, service account impersonation, and software vulnerabilities."
GigaOm Radar for Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) v3

This maturity rating validates Theom's unique and innovative approach to building a comprehensive data security platform. Going far beyond traditional database activity monitoring (DAM), Theom ties every access attempt and query into identity, known user behavior, and data topology. This allows it to form a comprehensive view of behavior with proper context and gives the platform unique insights. We track data lineage at column-level granularity, compile automated forensic audit trails, and ensure that you always know exactly where your data is flowing before an AI model ever ingests it.

GigaOm Says

"Theom guards against prompt injection attacks to protect AI integrity."
GigaOm Radar for Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) v3
"Theom provides comprehensive data mapping using an embedded approach, sitting directly within the data store and monitoring every access and query of the data. This positioning enables Theom to deliver unique insights and actions across the entire spectrum of modules, from data access governance to compliance and audit."
GigaOm Radar for Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) v3
"In the event of a data incident, Theom automatically compiles the critical details to aid responders. It identifies which data was affected, which users or accounts were involved, the sequence of events, and the sensitivity or regulatory status of the data (for example, tagging that personal data subject to GDPR was in the affected set)."
GigaOm Radar for Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) v3

GigaOm Scorecard

GigaOm gave Theom an Exceptional 5/5 rating in 10 of its criteria and a Superior 4/5 rating in everything else.

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Exceptional Ratings from GigaOm
★★★★★
7
Superior Ratings from GigaOm
★★★★
Key Features8 criteria
Data Mapping5/5
Data Access Intelligence5/5
On-Prem Repository Support5/5
Nonhuman Identity Threat Management5/5
Incident Response & Impact Analytics5/5
Data Lineage4/5
AI Risk Analysis4/5
Automated Data Threat Detection & Response4/5
Emerging Features3 criteria
Risk Quantification5/5
Risk Correlation & Attack Path Analysis4/5
AI-Specific Posture Management4/5
Business Criteria6 criteria
Ease of Management5/5
Flexibility5/5
Scalability5/5
Interoperability5/5
Cost Transparency4/5
Ecosystem4/5

Scores are on a scale of 1 Star (Poor) to 5 Stars (Exceptional). Source: GigaOm 2026.

The Safest Bet is Now the Fastest Innovator

Historically, CISOs and data leaders faced a painful compromise. They had to choose between mature, legacy platforms that were too rigid for the cloud-native AI era and agile startups that lacked the enterprise scale to survive in complex production environments.

GigaOm's 2026 Radar for DSPM definitively proves that this compromise is over. By securing the rare combination of both Leader and Outperformer, Theom has demonstrated that you can have unmatched enterprise maturity and rapid, future-proof innovation in a single data security platform.

As you map out your AI data governance and DSPM strategy for the year ahead, build it on the platform setting the pace for the rest of the industry.

The Foundation for the Future of Data

Securing a Leader and Outperformer position in the GigaOm Radar for DSPM is more than simple recognition; it is an acknowledgement of Theom’s innovative approach to de-risking organizations for security leaders.

As enterprises rush to deploy generative AI and copilots, the attack surface for sensitive data is expanding exponentially. You can no longer rely on tools that merely scan databases periodically and generate alert fatigue. You need a continuous, identity-aware security fabric that understands data context in real-time.

Theom delivers the absolute stability, scale, and continuous visibility the modern enterprise expects, empowering you to safely accelerate your AI initiatives without compromising on data privacy.

Don't build your AI governance program on incomplete data context.

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