Certa Achieves Excellence Awards in Risk Management Technology and Customer Value

Certa, a leading AI-powered platform in the realm of risk management, compliance, and third-party monitoring, has a reason to celebrate. On April 30, 2026, it was recognized with distinguished honors from The Hackett Group, marking significant achievements in the latest Spring 2026 SolutionMap. This recognition places Certa firmly within the spotlight of top-tier companies in the field of risk management, receiving accolades in both "Cutting-Edge Technology - Risk Management" and "Customer Value - Risk Management" categories.

The Hackett Group is renowned for its thorough analysis in the business landscape, notably through the SolutionMap initiative. Their model assesses providers based on real-world capabilities and independent customer feedback. For this Spring analysis, they evaluated 118 suppliers across 16 comprehensive procurement management categories covering the entire Source-to-Pay (S2P) spectrum. By examining integration effectiveness across various modules, suites, ERP systems, and broader tech ecosystems, their research offers crucial insights for procurement leaders looking to pre-select suppliers and minimize risks in technology selection.

Emilia Meldrum-Taylor, Certa's Chief Risk Officer, stated, "The recognition by The Hackett Group validates our strategy and the tangible outcomes we deliver to our clients. It highlights the direction that the market is heading. Traditional approaches to third-party risk management are no longer sufficient. The future lies in AI-native platforms that learn, adapt, and empower teams to manage exceptions and act quickly and confidently."

Carina Kuhl, director of Solution Intelligence at The Hackett Group, adds, "The cost of a buying mistake has never been higher, and with the rise of AI-driven marketing, differentiating the relevant from the noise is more challenging. SolutionMap equips leaders with robust insights—clear candidate lists, reliable comparisons, and validated capabilities—that facilitate confident decision-making."

As AI capabilities become standard in procurement platforms, the distinction increasingly relies on proven performance and customer outcomes. SolutionMap provides procurement leaders the clarity needed to select the most fitting solutions while offering providers a reliable framework for demonstrating their value.

Certa is a well-recognized leader in risk management, as indicated by its presence in the Magic Quadrant™ by Gartner®, consolidating the entire lifecycle of third-party risk management (TPRM) from onboarding to ongoing compliance. With clientele spanning the financial services, healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, and various other regulated sectors across North America, Europe, and Asia, Certa is poised to redefine industry standards.

For those interested in delving deeper, the complete Spring 2026 SolutionMap along with further details on The Hackett Group’s procurement technology evaluation methodology can be accessed at Hackett’s SolutionMap Dashboard. This in-depth examination underscores the significance of Certa's advancements and its commitment to enhancing risk management strategies, making it a pivotal player in today’s rapidly evolving market landscape.

Conclusion

The accolades received by Certa serve not only to affirm its current trajectory but also to highlight the imperative for organizations to adapt to the emerging paradigms in risk management. As technology evolves, so too must the strategies employed by companies to stay ahead of emerging risks and challenges in the marketplace.