DevOps from Code to Compliance: The 2026 Guide to Software and AI Regulations

The software supply chain has never been more complex with the widespread usage of open-source, AI/ML models, and AI-powered development tools. Regulators worldwide are demanding new levels of transparency and accountability, forcing teams to rethink Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC).

This guide provides a practical, three-part plan to help GRC, Security, and DevOps leaders transform compliance from a reactive burden to a competitive advantage through three core objectives:

• Navigate the regulatory environment
• Build a proactive compliance program
• Automate governance

Organizations that embed compliance into their SDLC will build more secure software, reduce risk, and accelerate time-to-market.