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Guide for IT leaders: How Australia Compares to the Broader APJ Region in App Usage and Security Trends

How Australia Compares to the Broader APJ Region in App Usage and Security Trend

Did you know Australian companies use 90 apps on average? How do IT leaders manage the security of an ever-increasing number of apps? Australian businesses continue to expand their tech stacks and security capabilities to support hybrid work, compliance needs, and workforce collaboration. Businesses at Work 2025 analyzes anonymized data from Okta’s global customer base and the Okta Integration Network (OIN). The Australia Insights offers a comparative view of Australia vs. APJ trends.

Key takeaways:

  • App adoption accelerates: Australian companies now deploy an average of 90 apps, up 13% year-over-year.
  • Security priorities shift: Training apps see notable growth as cybersecurity awareness rises.
  • Design software dominates: Figma, Culture Amp and Canva are among Australia’s fastest-growing apps.
  • Developer tools surge: A 22% year-over-year increase in developer tool adoption highlights Australia’s focus on digital innovation.

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