AI acquisition boosts Ikea delivery

Ingka Group has acquired Locus, an AI-powered logistics software company, to transform the IKEA home delivery

Historically, Ikea has relied on multiple third-party providers for these essential services. The acquisition of Locus represents a significant move towards making shopping and delivery even smoother for its customers. 

Locus offers a sophisticated AI-powered logistics management platform, featuring advanced route optimisation, real-time tracking, as well as the smart use of vehicles and resources. By integrating these capabilities, Locus will better enable Ingka Group to enhance efficiency across the supply chain – from capacity management and optimisation to last-mile execution.

The partnership not only strengthens how Ikea delivers home furnishings to customers globally but also supports their ambition to create a faster and smarter distribution network.