We are incredibly humbled and proud to share that Jesta I.S. has been named the winner of the 2026 Vendors in Partnership (VIP) Award for Best Long-Standing Partnership.
This recognition means more to us than any single milestone. It is a powerful affirmation of what we believe matters most in retail technology: trust, collaboration, and partnerships built to endure change.
“This award is deeply meaningful to us because it recognizes what we value most — long-term partnership built on trust, collaboration, and shared success,” said Arvind Gupta, President of Jesta I.S. “Many of our client relationships span decades, which speaks to the strength of our technology, the dedication of our teams, and our unwavering commitment to evolving alongside our partners as retail continues to evolve.”
Celebrating Partnerships That Power Retail
The Vendors in Partnership (VIP) Awards are an annual industry gala held in New York City during NRF’s Big Show, bringing together retailers, technology providers, analysts, and innovators from across the retail ecosystem. More than an awards ceremony, VIP is a celebration of meaningful collaboration — recognizing solution providers that go beyond technology to create lasting, transformative partnerships with their clients.
Judged by a respected panel of retail experts — leaders who truly live and breathe retail — and combined with public voting, the VIP Awards spotlight organizations that consistently deliver value through transparency, shared goals, and long-term impact.
To be recognized among such a strong community of industry peers and ultimately selected as the winner is an honour we don’t take lightly.
What “Best Long-Standing Partnership” Means to Us
At Jesta, partnership is not a tagline — it’s how we operate.
What many may not realize is that a significant number of Jesta clients have been with us for more than a decade, with our longest partnership spanning an incredible 28 years. In an industry defined by rapid change, shifting consumer expectations, and constant technological evolution, that longevity speaks volumes.
Retail technology must evolve — but it must also be built to last. Our role is not just to deliver software, but to guide our clients through every phase of transformation with solutions that are current, flexible, and future-ready. We don’t believe in ripping and replacing; we believe in protecting investment, enhancing what works, and innovating where it matters most.
Our clients are not customers — they are true partners — and this award is a shared achievement.
Why This Recognition Matters — for Jesta and the Industry
Winning the Best Long-Standing Partnership award delivers meaningful value beyond the trophy:
- Enhanced credibility and trust through third-party validation from respected industry leaders
- Increased visibility across the retail technology ecosystem
- A clear competitive advantage in a crowded market
- Stronger, deeper client relationships built on proven results
- A powerful boost to employee pride, morale, and talent attraction
For the industry, this award reinforces an important truth: the most successful retail transformations are driven by collaboration, not just technology.
Looking Ahead
As retail continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, Jesta remains committed to staying at the forefront — guiding our partners with innovative, composable solutions designed for today and built for the future. From unified commerce and real-time visibility to AI-driven decision-making, our focus remains the same: helping retailers succeed for the long term.
To our clients, partners, team members, and everyone who voted — thank you for your trust, your collaboration, and your belief in what we’re building together.
This award belongs to all of us.
We look forward to continuing the journey — and to many more years of partnership ahead.
