SAS Achieves Unprecedented Recognition with 12 Awards from Chartis RiskTech100

On September 24, 2026, SAS was honored with a record-breaking twelve solution awards in the Chartis RiskTech100® 2027, a significant milestone that underscores the company's leadership in data and artificial intelligence. This latest achievement not only marks SAS's continued commitment to innovation but also solidifies its position as the third-ranked provider of risk management solutions globally.

A Legacy of Excellence

Since the inception of the RiskTech100 in 2005, the ranking has become an industry benchmark for evaluating the foremost technology providers in risk management. SAS proudly holds the distinction of being the sole vendor to maintain a position in the Top 5 throughout the ranking's history, a remarkable feat over 22 consecutive years. Sid Dash, Chief Researcher at Chartis, emphasized the consistency and reliability of SAS, stating, "SAS not only excels in various solution categories critical to the financial services sector but has been near the top of the RiskTech100 rankings consistently for two decades."

This remarkable achievement is evidenced by SAS's twelve awards, which are divided into three primary categories: Better Decisions, Better Financial Performance, and Better Governance. Each category signifies SAS's dedication to helping financial institutions navigate the complexities of risk management.

Better Decisions

The first set of awards highlights SAS's prowess in assisting financial services firms to better assess risks and make informed decisions. For instance, the newly introduced award in Behavioral Modeling – Markets acknowledges SAS's capability to enhance banks' forecasting abilities in light of changing economic climates. Furthermore, the Credit Risk for the Banking Book – Retail award emphasizes the utility of SAS's analytics in aiding banks to better manage consumer lending portfolios, including mortgages and credit card lending.

Better Financial Performance

SAS has also excelled in the financial performance domain, receiving accolades for its contributions to capital optimization and stress testing. The award for ALM Analytics, a new category this year, reflects how SAS’s asset and liability management tools provide essential insights helping financial organizations optimize their balance sheet performance amid market fluctuations. Additionally, the ongoing recognition in Enterprise Stress Testing reaffirms SAS's commitment to bolstering the resilience of financial institutions against potential economic disturbances.

Better Governance

Another crucial aspect of SAS's offerings is governance, which is increasingly important in today's compliance-heavy environment. This year, SAS received awards relating to IFRS standards—specifically, for IFRS 9 and IFRS 17 compliance solutions designed to simplify the complex regulatory landscape for banks and insurers. The recognition in Model Risk Management underscores SAS's pioneering role in ensuring the reliability and fairness of AI models that guide core risk management processes for financial institutions.

Continuous Innovation and Future Focus

SAS's ongoing innovation and its comprehensive approach to risk management signify not just an adherence to current industry standards but an anticipation of future trends and challenges. As SAS approaches its 50th anniversary, the company remains steadfast in its mission to empower organizations to transform fragmented risk data into coherent insights that enable proactive decision-making.

Conclusion

The twelve awards from Chartis RiskTech100 reflect SAS's extensive portfolio of data-driven solutions powered by its SAS® Viya® platform, heralding a future where financial institutions are better equipped to manage risk and achieve sustainable growth. "As we celebrate our history, we are equally focused on what lies ahead for our clients and the industry," stated Stu Bradley, Senior Vice President of Risk, Fraud and Compliance Solutions at SAS. "Our goal remains clear: to prepare our customers for whatever challenges may come their way."

SAS continues to lead in the realm of risk management technology, and its recent accolades echo a commitment to excellence that has yet to be matched in the industry.