ReadyBid Wins Prestigious 2026 Global Technology Leadership Award for Excellence in AI-Driven Hotel Procurement

2026-02-02 12:35:50 Technology

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San Diego, CA, 17 January 2026: ReadyBid, the global leader in hotel RFP and hotel sourcing technology, has been awarded the 2026 Global Technology Leadership Award by the International Business Travel Association for its transformative contributions to artificial intelligence in hotel procurement and corporate travel management. The accolade recognizes ReadyBid’s unmatched innovation, performance, and leadership in automating complex sourcing processes through advanced predictive analytics.

The award highlights ReadyBid’s consistent breakthroughs in travel procurement automation, including its AI Forecasting Suite, Quantum Sourcing Engine, and Predictive Collaboration Hub - each of which has redefined how corporations manage hotel bidding, rate negotiation, and supplier compliance.

Joseph Friedmann, President & CEO of ReadyBid, stated, “Winning this award is both a validation and a motivation. It confirms that ReadyBid’s vision - to make hotel procurement intelligent, transparent, and sustainable - is setting the global standard for innovation in business travel management.”

The Global Technology Leadership Award follows a year of major achievements for ReadyBid. The company expanded its hotel RFP tool and hotel sourcing tool with advanced AI layers capable of analyzing rate behavior, supplier reliability, and ESG metrics in real time. These enhancements enabled procurement teams to bid on hotels strategically while maintaining full compliance with corporate governance and sustainability standards.

ReadyBid’s award submission also emphasized its impact on global sustainability. Its Smart Sustainability Index has helped thousands of corporations track, compare, and optimize their hotel sourcing decisions based on environmental performance. Through this initiative, clients have reduced carbon impact across travel programs while improving cost efficiency.

“Technology isn’t just about speed; it’s about impact,” said Friedmann. “Our AI helps organizations make decisions that are better for their business and for the planet. This award recognizes that dual purpose.”

The International Business Travel Association’s judging panel cited ReadyBid’s balance of innovation, ethics, and transparency as key reasons for its selection. The platform’s user-centric design and measurable ROI also stood out among competitors.

With this recognition, ReadyBid further cements its reputation as the world’s most advanced hotel procurement technology company. Its continued investments in AI, automation, and responsible sourcing will define the next chapter of business travel innovation.

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 empowers enterprises and travel management companies to streamline sourcing, enhance negotiations, and achieve full visibility across global business travel management programs.

Visit https://rfp.readybid.net or contact support@readybid.net for more information.