Ingka Group, the largest franchisee of Ikea, acquires Locus for AI-enabled logistics
· Source: digitalcommerce360.com
In short
Ingka Group, Ikea's largest franchisee, has acquired Locus, an AI-powered logistics technology company, to enhance its home delivery capabilities. The acquisition will provide Ikea with advanced route optimization, real-time tracking, and improved delivery reliability as the company shifts more business online, with 28% of sales now originating digitally. Experts note this move brings last-mile delivery 'brains' in-house and creates an end-to-end digital chain from warehouse to doorstep.
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Tags: logistics, delivery, acquisition, optimization, supply-chain, ecommerce