Artificial Intelligence in Supply Chain Management - Area Development

UPS uses an AI-powered GPS tool called ORION (On-Road Integrated Optimization and Navigation) to create the most efficient routes for its fleet, making changes in real time to account for road conditions and other factors. By optimizing delivery efficiency, the company estimates it saves $50 million a year. Clothing retailer Gap Inc. is using AI-assisted mechanical arms to help sort clothing orders. Connecticut-based XPO Logistics Inc. has begun roll-out of 5,000 intelligent robots throughout its logistics sites in North America and Europe. The robots are used to bring mobile storage racks full of products to workers who fill customer orders.