QAD names Ken Fisher as President of Redzone to lead global expansion and innovation

Veteran manufacturing leader to accelerate Redzone's market reach and advance its mission of empowering frontline workers through connected workforce solutions

QAD Inc., a provider of cloud-based solutions for manufacturing and supply chain management, recently named Ken Fisher as President of Redzone. In his new role, Fisher will guide the company's market expansion, product development, and operational strategy.

Fisher brings two decades of experience in manufacturing operations and technology leadership to the position. He joined Redzone in 2016 as a Continuous Improvement Coach and most recently served as Senior Vice President of Product, Marketing and Solutions, where he led product enhancements and innovation initiatives aimed at improving plant performance.

"As President of Redzone, Ken will lead QAD's strategy to expand Redzone into new manufacturing verticals and geographic markets while accelerating product development to maintain Redzone's position as a leading connected workforce solution," said Sanjay Brahmawar, CEO of QAD. "His manufacturing expertise positions Redzone to address customer challenges at scale."

During Fisher's tenure in product leadership, Redzone has supported more than 1,500 plants in achieving average productivity improvements of 26% within 90 days, with reported annual savings of up to $1.4 million per facility. His contributions helped Redzone earn recognition as a Front Runner in LNS Research's Connected Frontline Workforce Applications Matrix, which cited the company's market expansion and product innovation.

Redzone has introduced several product innovations under Fisher's guidance, including Champion AI, which integrates artificial intelligence capabilities into the platform. These tools provide predictive analytics and operational recommendations, enabling frontline workers to focus on process improvements.

"I'm excited to take on this role during an important phase for Redzone," said Ken Fisher, President of Redzone. "Our focus has always been on solving practical problems for plant floor workers. My immediate priority is to enhance our customer value by advancing innovation in our software products and coaching programs. Looking ahead, I'm committed to expanding our global presence and maintaining Redzone's position as a key partner for operational excellence."