GitLab, Google and OpenText in Gartner Magic Quadrant for DevSecOps Platforms 2026

Gartner has released its new Magic Quadrant™ for DevSecOps Platforms 2026, highlighting the market for platforms that enable secure software development and delivery.

DevSecOps platforms help organizations unify development, testing, security and operations within a single environment, enabling faster software delivery, greater process visibility and stronger governance throughout the software development lifecycle.

Gartner evaluated 13 DevSecOps platform providers based on two key criteria: Ability to Execute and Completeness of Vision. In this article, we examine the positions of GitLab, Google and OpenText — vendors whose solutions are available through the official distributor Softprom.

GitLab: A Leader in the DevSecOps Market

GitLab was positioned in the Leaders quadrant, reinforcing its status as one of the most comprehensive platforms for managing the software development lifecycle. GitLab was one of only four vendors recognized as a Leader, alongside Atlassian, Harness, and Microsoft.

The platform brings together planning, source code management, CI/CD, application security, software delivery analytics, and incident management within a single environment.

Strengths

• Unified DevSecOps Platform: GitLab provides most DevSecOps capabilities natively, reducing the need for multiple third-party tools and integrations.
• Flexible Deployment Options: Organizations can choose between SaaS, dedicated cloud, and on-premises deployments while maintaining a consistent feature set.
• Advanced AI Capabilities: GitLab continues to expand the use of AI and multi-agent workflows to automate development, security, and delivery processes.
• Visibility and Control: Built-in analytics and value stream management capabilities help teams improve productivity and accelerate software delivery.

Google: Driving DevSecOps with AI and Cloud Innovation

Google was positioned as a Niche Player. Its DevSecOps offering combines Google Cloud services such as Cloud Build, Cloud Deploy, Artifact Registry, Gemini Code Assist, and Security Command Center into an ecosystem for building, securing, and operating modern applications.

Strengths

• Global Cloud Infrastructure: Google's extensive network of data centers helps organizations meet data residency and compliance requirements across multiple regions.
• Strong AI Expertise: Gemini integration provides additional capabilities for code generation, analysis, and automated development.
• Support for Cloud-Native and AI Projects: The platform is well-suited for organizations leveraging containers, cloud-native architectures, and machine learning workloads.
• Broad Ecosystem: Customers benefit from a comprehensive portfolio of cloud, infrastructure, and AI services within Google Cloud.

OpenText: Security and Governance Across the Software Lifecycle

OpenText was also recognized as a Niche Player, thanks to its broad portfolio of solutions for application lifecycle management, software security, and DevOps automation.

The OpenText portfolio includes solutions for software delivery management, DevOps automation, testing, and application security, enabling organizations to establish controlled and secure software development processes.

Strengths

• Comprehensive DevSecOps Approach: OpenText supports the entire software delivery lifecycle, from planning and testing to deployment and security.
• Integrated Security: Through Fortify technologies, organizations gain advanced capabilities in application security testing and vulnerability management.
• Compliance and Governance: The platform includes built-in mechanisms for auditability, governance, and regulatory compliance.
• AI-Powered Testing: OpenText continues to expand the use of AI for test generation, execution, and analysis, helping teams improve software quality and efficiency.

According to Gartner, the DevSecOps platform market continues to evolve rapidly, driven by the growth of AI-powered applications, platform engineering initiatives, MLOps adoption, and the need to reduce complexity across existing DevOps toolchains.

Choosing the right DevSecOps platform directly impacts development speed, software quality, and security. Integrated platforms help organizations simplify their technology landscape, improve visibility and accelerate innovation.

Softprom provides access to GitLab, Google Cloud, and OpenText solutions, helping organizations evaluate capabilities, compare functionality, and select the platform that best fits their business and technical requirements.

To learn more about GitLab, Google Cloud, or OpenText solutions, contact the Softprom team.