ReadyBid Expands AI Training Program to Empower Procurement Teams in 2026

2026-02-10 11:41:32 Technology

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San Diego, CA, 9 January 2026: ReadyBid, the global leader in hotel RFP and hotel sourcing technology, has launched its 2026 AI Training and Certification Program, a groundbreaking initiative designed to equip corporate travel and procurement professionals with advanced skills to leverage artificial intelligence for hotel sourcing, negotiation, and contract management.

As AI continues to revolutionize the travel procurement landscape, ReadyBid's program will train industry leaders to use automation and data analytics strategically within their organizations. The initiative underscores ReadyBid's ongoing mission to empower clients through education and technology adoption, ensuring that human expertise evolves alongside AI innovation.

Joseph Friedmann, President & CEO of ReadyBid, said, "Technology alone doesn't transform an organization - people do. Our AI Training Program bridges that gap by helping procurement teams master the art of intelligent automation. In 2026, understanding AI will be just as essential as understanding negotiation."

The program will provide hands-on training for ReadyBid's hotel RFP tool and hotel sourcing tool, teaching participants how to apply predictive sourcing models, rate optimization algorithms, and ESG data analysis within hotel procurement cycles. Participants will gain insights into how to bid on hotels using AI-generated recommendations, forecast supplier performance, and identify market opportunities in real time.

Each certification course will cover both technical and strategic elements, emphasizing AI ethics, transparency, and sustainability integration in procurement. ReadyBid's Smart Sustainability Index will play a central role in the training, enabling professionals to understand how to align corporate environmental objectives with sourcing performance metrics.

Friedmann explained, "We're not just building technology - we're building capability. Our clients want to lead the future of procurement, not chase it. This program gives them the confidence and skillset to do exactly that."

The AI Certification Program will be offered through ReadyBid's Learning and Innovation Center, with both in-person and virtual sessions available to global participants. Graduates will receive official ReadyBid certification, recognized by leading corporate travel management and procurement associations.

The initiative represents another step in ReadyBid's broader commitment to shaping the future of global travel procurement. By combining education, automation, and innovation, the company continues to elevate the standard for how corporations engage with technology to achieve efficiency, compliance, and sustainability.

About ReadyBid

ReadyBid is a San Diego-based global technology company specializing in hotel RFP, hotel sourcing, and hotel procurement automation. Its intelligent cloud platform enables enterprises and travel management companies to streamline sourcing, optimize negotiations, and maintain full transparency across business travel management operations.

Learn more at https://rfp.readybid.net or contact support@readybid.net.