Ikea acquires AI logistics company Locus
· Source: diyinternational.com
In short
Ikea's parent company Ingka has acquired US logistics specialist Locus, which provides AI-powered logistics management software for route optimization and real-time tracking. The acquisition aims to improve Ikea's digital capabilities and supply chain efficiency, particularly as the company's online sales have grown from 11% in 2019 to 28% in 2024.
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Tags: logistics, route-optimization, acquisition, supply-chain, last-mile, automation