{"id":13874,"date":"2026-06-01T17:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-01T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/stocks-future.com\/?guid=f173dff77ecd2cafb79363f8e8c72bf9"},"modified":"2026-06-01T17:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T15:00:00","slug":"qad-supplier-relationship-management-earns-spring-2026-solutionmap-top-tech-recognition-named-to-the-hackett-group-50-to-know-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/?p=13874","title":{"rendered":"QAD Supplier Relationship Management Earns Spring 2026 SolutionMap \u201cTop Tech\u201d Recognition, Named to The Hackett Group\u00ae \u201c50 to Know\u201d List"},"content":{"rendered":"

MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--QAD<\/a> | Redzone<\/a>, the company delivering the leading manufacturing platform, powered by Agentic AI that executes work and decisions across the business, from the shop floor to the top floor, announced that QAD Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) solution, QAD\u2019s Agentic Procurement Suite for Manufacturing, earned \u201cTop Tech\u201d recognition in the Sourcing category in The Hackett Group\u00ae Spring 2026 SolutionMap and TechMatch procurement technology assessments. QAD SRM was also named to The Hackett Group\u2019s 2025-2026 \u201c50 to Know\u201d list, recognizing established procurement providers that set the industry standard and are considered essential for chief procurement officers to know.<\/p><\/a><\/a>

\nThe Hackett Group\u2019s Spring 2026 SolutionMap evaluated 118 procurement technology providers across 16 source-to-pay categories using more than 500 detailed functional and capability requirements, mandatory demonstrations and verified customer ratings. The \u201cTop Tech\u201d designation recognizes providers ranked in the top quartile for technology capability and innovation.<\/p>

\n\u201cAs procurement organizations navigate increasing supply chain volatility, cost pressures and AI-driven transformation, manufacturers need sourcing solutions purpose-built for the complexity of direct materials procurement,\u201d said Amit Sharma, President, Manufacturing ERP at QAD | Redzone. \u201cThis recognition from The Hackett Group\u00ae validates QAD SRM\u2019s differentiated ability to help manufacturers improve supplier collaboration, reduce sourcing risk and make faster, more informed procurement decisions.\u201d<\/p>

\nAccording to The Hackett Group\u00ae, providers earning \u201cTop Tech\u201d distinction tend to demonstrate innovation within their market category and leverage emerging technologies, including agentic AI, to deliver customer value.<\/p>

\nUnlike generic procurement solutions designed primarily for indirect spend, QAD SRM is purpose-built for manufacturers and engineered to support the complexities of direct materials sourcing and supplier management. The solution enables manufacturers to streamline sourcing processes, strengthen supplier collaboration, improve supply continuity and reduce manually intensive procurement activities across global supply chains.<\/p>

\n\u201cQAD SRM helps us streamline sourcing processes while improving visibility and collaboration across procurement,\u201d said Marie Bendova, Team Leader for Purchasing Processes and Tools at Mubea. \u201cFor complex direct materials sourcing events, being able to compare supplier quotes, track activity in real time and manage everything in one place has been very helpful for our team.\u201d<\/p>

\nQAD SRM helps manufacturers manage complex bills of materials, engineering changes and quality requirements while improving strategic sourcing and supplier performance visibility. Customers use the platform to lower the cost of goods sold, reduce procurement costs and mitigate supply risk in rapidly changing operating environments.<\/p>

\nQAD SRM was previously named to Spend Matters \u201c50 Providers to Watch\u201d for five consecutive years before advancing to the \u201c50 to Know\u201d list in 2024. The 2025-2026 \u201c50 to Know\u201d list recognizes established procurement technology providers demonstrating strong market presence, innovation, technology competency and solution delivery.<\/p>

\n\u201cManufacturers today need procurement technology that not only digitizes sourcing processes, but also helps teams act faster, collaborate more effectively and adapt to constant change,\u201d added Sharma. \u201cQAD SRM continues to evolve to meet these demands with manufacturing-specific capabilities, intelligent automation and AI-driven innovation designed to deliver measurable business value.\u201d<\/p>

\nQAD SRM, formerly Allocation Network, creates value for manufacturers by improving procurement efficiency, strengthening supplier relationships and increasing supply chain resilience. It facilitates real-time communication to improve procurement processes, reduce inbound supply risks and eliminate manual processes across sourcing and supplier management workflows.<\/p>

\nAbout QAD | Redzone<\/b><\/p>

\nQAD<\/a> | Redzone<\/a> is redefining manufacturing and supply chains through its intelligent, adaptive platform that connects people, processes, and data into a single System of Action. With three core pillars \u2014 Redzone (frontline empowerment), Adaptive Applications (the intelligent backbone), and ChampionAI (Agentic AI for manufacturing) \u2014 QAD | Redzone helps manufacturers operate with Champion Pace<\/a>, achieving measurable productivity, resilience, and growth in as little as 90 days. To learn more, visit www.qad.com<\/a> or call +1 805-566-6100. Find us on LinkedIn<\/a>, X<\/a>, Facebook<\/a> and Instagram<\/a>.<\/p> Contacts<\/b>

\nCaleb Finch\nPublic Relations\n805-566-6100\npublicrelations@qad.com<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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