Webinar Recap: The future of AI in Logistics

The logistics industry is rapidly evolving with the help of AI. During a recent webinar led by Captur CEO Charlotte Bax and Resolvable CEO Nathan Sansby, they explored how AI is becoming a powerful tool in logistics, particularly in customer experience. This article covers the most important insights from the session.

AI-Powered Warehouse Automation

AI-driven robotics and machine learning automates tasks such as inventory management, sorting, and order fulfillment. These technologies enable warehouses to operate more efficiently.

GXO Logistics serves as a great example, having integrated AI across its warehouses to process large volumes of tasks more quickly and accurately, giving them a competitive edge in the fast-moving logistics industry.

Takeaway: AI can drive significant improvements in warehouse efficiency and productivity. The businesses that embrace this technology will be well-positioned for long-term growth.

Dynamic Delivery Route Optimization

AI can optimize routes in real time. Traditional route planning often relies on static data while AI algorithms can adjust dynamically based on live inputs such as traffic, weather conditions, and road closures, ensuring faster and more fuel-efficient deliveries.

Amazon has successfully adopted AI for real-time route adjustments, enabling them to handle over 110,000 packages daily during peak seasons. By cutting down delivery times and fuel consumption, Amazon has created a more responsive and sustainable delivery process.

Takeaway: As consumer expectations for faster delivery intensifies, AI-enabled route optimization becomes a must-have. This technology not only reduces costs but also  ensures quicker, more reliable deliveries thereby improving customer satisfaction.

AI for Sustainability

AI can play a crucial role in driving eco-friendly solutions especially as sustainability is increasingly becoming a top priority among supply chains. By optimizing logistics networks, AI helps companies reduce unnecessary travel and minimize carbon emissions.

DHL has leveraged AI to refine freight operations globally to significantly cut down on its carbon footprint.

Takeaway:  In an industry known for its environmental impact, AI can help businesses reduce their footprint while saving costs.

Enhancing Customer Experience with AI: Captur and Resolvable Case Studies

Customer experience has become one of the most critical differentiators in logistics.

Two examples of AI-driven customer experience improvements come from Captur and Resolvable, both of which demonstrate how AI can reduce friction for businesses and end consumers.

Resolvable: AI-Powered Claim Resolution

Resolvable is using AI to transform the way companies handle customer claims. Traditionally, resolving a claim, whether it's about a missing package or damaged goods, can be a time-consuming process. Resolvable’s AI system speeds this up dramatically by using autonomous agents to assist human agents in addressing claims.

When an issue arises, Resolvable’s AI analyzes the problem and suggests the best course of action, freeing up human agents to focus on more complex cases, thereby improving customer satisfaction by providing quick and efficient solutions. Additionally, Resolvable’s AI is capable of spotting potential claims before they escalate, giving companies an opportunity to prevent issues in real time.

Captur: AI-Driven Claim Prevention for Last Mile

Captur focuses on improving last mile delivery—specifically, enhancing Proof of Delivery (POD) and reducing claim risks. One common issue is the "Did Not Receive" (DNR) claim, where customers dispute receiving packages. Captur uses agentic AI to assist drivers in real time, verifying deliveries as they happen and flagging any potential issues immediately.

Captur checks POD images for compliance with internal policies, ensuring that packages are captured accurately and meet quality standards. This real-time verification helps companies avoid common claims, such as DNRs, by providing undeniable evidence of delivery. Captur’s system also automates these checks, reducing the burden on human employees, while significantly reduces the likelihood of fraudulent claims and provides customers with greater transparency.

Bonus: Quick ChatGPT Tutorial on Identifying AI Solution Providers

Charlotte also gave a quick tutorial on using ChatGPT to identify which companies are deploying AI solutions—in just 5 minutes! You can watch the clip here.

Agentic AI vs. Assistive AI

TLDR: Agentic AI solutions can act on their own to complete specific tasks, while assistive AI supports users in decision-making. Here’s a quick cheat sheet to make it easier:

For those interested in watching the entire discussion, the full webinar recording is available here.