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IFS, a global leader in Industrial AI software, has acquired 7bridges, an AI-powered supply chain management provider, on August 18, 2025. This strategic move bolsters IFS’s capabilities in logistics and transportation optimization, reinforcing its position as a pioneer in Industrial AI and delivering scalable, data-driven solutions for asset-intensive industries.
IFS acquires 7bridges to advance AI-driven supply chain management.
Enhances logistics optimization for manufacturing and aerospace sectors.
7bridges’ AI reduces transport costs by 8% and automates 90% of data tasks.
Integrates with IFS Cloud to accelerate next-gen supply chain solutions.
Builds on IFS’s AI leadership with recent TheLoops acquisition and Nexus Black.
Supports industries facing cost pressures and decarbonization demands.
IFS’s acquisition of 7bridges, announced on August 18, 2025, marks a significant step in expanding its Industrial AI portfolio. 7bridges specializes in AI-powered supply chain management, utilizing advanced simulation and analytics to streamline logistics networks. This acquisition enhances IFS’s ability to deliver innovative solutions tailored for asset- and service-centric industries, particularly in manufacturing and aerospace & defense.
7bridges’ technology automates and optimizes logistics through rapid data capture, a high-quality semantic data layer, and powerful AI analytics. It enables manufacturers, distributors, and transport providers to reduce transport costs by an average of 8% and automate 90% of data entry and management tasks. This capability allows businesses to adapt to planned and disruptive changes, driving efficiency and resilience in supply chains.
"We’re proud to lead the market in Industrial AI and continue to invest in technologies that differentiate our offering. 7bridges’ unique capabilities in AI-powered supply chain optimization are a strong complement to our existing strengths and will strongly resonate with our asset intensive customers. We’re excited to welcome their talented team of experts to IFS," said Mark Moffat, CEO of IFS. The integration of 7bridges’ technology into IFS Cloud will accelerate the development of next-generation AI-enabled supply chain solutions, enhancing simulation and optimization across multiple sectors.
"Joining IFS allows us to accelerate our mission of transforming global supply chains through AI. With IFS’s reach and resources, we’ll bring our solution to new industries and geographies, delivering measurable impact for customers worldwide," said Philip Ashton, CEO of 7bridges. Operating in a market shaped by cost pressures, global disruptions, and decarbonization demands, 7bridges’ proven traction in logistics optimization positions IFS to meet the evolving needs of global industries.
The acquisition of 7bridges solidifies IFS’s commitment to driving AI innovation in supply chain management. By combining 7bridges’ expertise with IFS’s global reach and Industrial AI leadership, the partnership is poised to deliver transformative, sustainable solutions that empower businesses to navigate complex logistics challenges effectively.
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