IKEA Acquires Locus to Boost Logistics and Customer Experience
· Source: linkedin.com
In short
Ingka Investments, the investment arm of Ingka Group, has acquired Locus, a leading US-based logistics technology company, to strengthen IKEA's digital capabilities and enhance home delivery experiences. The acquisition brings Locus's AI-powered logistics platform in-house, offering advanced route optimization, real-time tracking, and smart resource utilization to optimize capacity management and last-mile execution. This strategic move supports IKEA's ambition to create a smarter, more efficient distribution network amid growing online sales, which now account for 28% of retail sales.
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Tags: logistics, delivery, optimization, automation, ecommerce, supply-chain