{
  "id": 17122558,
  "title": "How transportation leaders are turning AI and connected data into a competitive edge",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/how-transportation-leaders-are-turning-ai-and-connected-data-into-a",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-10-29T20:39:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "FreightWaves",
    "slug": "freightwaves",
    "url": "https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-transportation-leaders-are-turning-ai-and-connected-data-into-a-competitive-edge"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the transportation sector is becoming increasingly prominent, yet questions persist about whether businesses are effectively translating this potential into tangible outcomes. In the face of persistent supply chain disruptions, escalating expectations, and mounting pressure to make swifter decisions, the chasm between embracing novel technology and leveraging it effectively is becoming increasingly difficult to overlook.\n\nTo gain a deeper understanding of the current state of the industry, Blue Yonder and FreightWaves conducted a survey of transportation and logistics decision-makers. This survey was supplemented by industry expertise and real-world case studies. A white paper detailing their findings is available for download, offering insights into various aspects of AI adoption in the transportation and logistics sectors.\n\nThe report highlights how transportation and logistics leaders are navigating AI adoption, emphasizing that visibility alone is no longer sufficient to maintain a competitive edge. It identifies the most significant obstacles to AI implementation and supply chain connectivity, as well as strategies for moving beyond basic visibility to enhance collaboration and decision-making.\n\nOne of the key takeaways from the study is an exploration of what lies ahead for AI in transportation and the broader implications for the future of the industry. Transportation leaders are actively seeking to harness AI and connected data to gain a competitive edge, but the path from potential to results demands careful consideration of various factors. The full report provides a comprehensive look at these challenges and opportunities, providing valuable guidance for companies looking to leverage AI in their operations.",
  "summary": "AI is gaining ground in transportation, but are companies actually turning that potential into results? As supply chains face constant disruption, rising expectations and growing pressure to make faster decisions, the gap between adopting new technology and putting it to work is becoming harder to ignore. To better understand where the industry stands, Blue Yonder […] The post How transportation…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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