Byte-Sized AI: Latest in AI Innovations
This bi-weekly column highlights significant developments in artificial intelligence, including partnerships, new capabilities, and funding in the sector.
Exiger recently secured a multi-million-dollar contract with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to combat illicit transshipment. Their AI models will enhance tariff enforcement, improve data tracking for shipments, and validate classifications, empowering CBP to streamline incoming goods management.
In other news, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announced plans to explore partnerships with third-party technology firms for “agentic commerce,” allowing AI to shop on consumers’ behalf. While Amazon has yet to collaborate with major AI providers, discussions are underway to optimize the customer experience.
Blue Yonder also unveiled new AI features in its Warehouse Management System (WMS), introducing a Warehouse Ops Agent that delivers real-time updates and optimizes resource allocation. This innovation aims to enhance operational efficiency amid digital transformation challenges in logistics.
Stay tuned for more AI insights and trends!
