World’s only Lean AI supply chain platform
Your supply chain—only smarter, faster, better
Not all AI is created equal. AI works best when fuelled by rich, connected data at scale—this is what sets C.H. Robinson apart. The result? Smarter decisions, faster response times and better outcomes that are always improving. It’s only possible through our unrivalled scale and data.
Only at C.H. Robinson
Lean AI is our proprietary blend of powerful AI, with world-class logisticians, together with our proven lean operating model that delivers continuous improvement designed around your business.
Get the Lean AI advantage
Your unbeatable end-to-end advantage
Plan with intelligence
Take control with dynamic, AI-backed planning tools—identify network optimisation opportunities, save costs with optimal rate day recommendations and more.
Procure with confidence
Rest assured, we proactively match your freight with top performing carriers in the area, using intelligent supply chain data models, for quick booking, reliable delivery and faster speed to market.
Orchestrate without friction
Trust our intelligent platform to anticipate and identify potential disruptions to help proactively optimise every move—across every delivery, provider and process.
Manage orders effortlessly
Experience total clarity for every purchase order, seamlessly managed and viewed down to the item level across any number of deliveries and locations.
Price and book instantly
Quote single deliveries and manage complex bids on your terms—instantly. Your initial request can return an automated, competitive rate and booking confirmation in two minutes or less.
See freight in real time
Get crystal-clear delivery visibility across your supply chain spanning every mode and region—from global, enterprise progress to granular, item-level details.
Turn analytics into action
Use insights from your own delivery data to see how your operations stack up—and get immediate, personalised AI-powered recommendations to improve.
Settle accounts seamlessly
Trust our game-changing document agent to locate uploaded paperwork instantly, so you never have to worry about bottlenecks, just faster resolutions and your business running at full speed.
Your AI play is here. And it’s Lean.
Maximise value
Combining the power of artificial intelligence, the world’s top logisticians and the principles of Lean Methodology delivers more immediate and long-term results.
Minimise waste
Automating tasks and surfacing insights lets our experts focus on innovating and solving even the most complex problems, driving better outcomes for your business.
Drive improvement
Amplifying our team’s impact, our Lean AI platform is constantly evaluated and improved to create supply chains that learn, think, adapt and act in real time.
Optimise choices
Using data from 37M annual deliveries—the largest dataset in the industry—our Lean AI platform delivers the data-driven insights you need to make smart, informed decisions.
What is Lean AI?
When others can’t, C.H. Robinson can
Unmatched Expertise
Combining deep domain expertise with powerful Lean AI capabilities, we deliver innovative and operationally sound solutions that future proof global supply chains.
Unrivalled Scale
Our data-rich engine, powered by 37M annual deliveries and $23B in managed freight, enable proactive exception management, optimised routeing and predictive analytics.
Tailored Solutions
From global enterprises or small businesses, our purpose-built platform aligns with your needs based on business rules, industry dynamics and strategic goals.
Seamless integrations
Unlock secure, real-time data flows that boost agility, no matter how complex the operation. Discover how integrations make it easier than ever to connect, collaborate and grow.
You need AI that actually works
What sets top-performing supply chains apart?
Industry leaders aren’t just keeping up—they’re setting the pace with smarter, faster decisions. Bloomberg dives into how C.H. Robinson and Lean AI are shaping the future of supply chain excellence.
Answers to your top Lean AI supply chain questions
Q: What does AI supply chain mean?
AI supply chains bring the power of artificial intelligence into the various processes that move products around the world. By applying AI to supply chains, companies can automate complex tasks, analyse data for better decision-making and optimise operations across sourcing, production, logistics and delivery. The result? Operations that run faster, smoother and more accurately, so your business can keep up with changing customer demands and shifting market conditions without missing a beat.
Q: How is AI being used in supply chains?
Logistics providers like C.H. Robinson are quickly transforming supply chains by integrating AI in areas where tasks are especially time-consuming or complex. The adoption of these technologies is accelerating, with more organisations implementing AI supply chain solutions each year to gain a competitive edge and streamline critical logistics functions.
Q: How does C.H. Robinson use AI?
C.H. Robinson sets the standard for innovation and efficiency in global supply chain management. By integrating Lean AI into our logistics operations, we automate complex processes, enhance demand forecasting, optimise inventory management and streamline transportation—all while delivering unmatched reliability and speed. Our proprietary AI-driven technologies empower us to analyse vast amounts of data in real time, helping businesses adapt faster than ever before to shifting market conditions.
Q: What is lean digital transformation?
C.H. Robinson is in the process of a Lean digital transformation, modernising our business operations by integrating digital technologies and Lean principles. The goal is to simplify workflows, eliminate inefficiencies and create more agile, data-driven processes.
Q: How can AI help supply chain management?
AI enhances supply chain management by uncovering patterns and insights that are often overlooked with traditional methods. AI also excels at taking disparate data from multiple sources and bringing it together in an organised, unified format.
These tasks help shippers anticipate disruptions, support dynamic routeing for deliveries and promote proactive risk mitigation. By leveraging AI, supply chain professionals can make smarter decisions in real time, respond to unexpected changes with agility and build more resilient supply networks that are better equipped to handle uncertainty and evolving market trends.