Top Logistics Startups in 2027

OSARO designs and deploys robotics automation solutions in the materials handling industry using software-defined robotics. OSARO automation systems bring together advanced machine learning for object recognition with powerful control software that adapts to customer data and environments. The company’s robotic piece-picking solution is optimized for e-commerce fulfillment center, and warehouse automation markets, where key challenges include high SKU inventories, complex packaging, and fragile items requiring delicate handling. OSARO Solutions have been validated by the world’s top retailers, system integrators, and third-party logistic companies.

Happy Returns is transforming e-commerce by solving the #1 pain point of online shopping: returns. We do this by providing the method of returns that customers overwhelmingly prefer – in person returns – through a network of physical Return Bars staffed by friendly, highly-trained Returnistas located in premier shopping centers, corporate and college campuses and other convenient spots. With Happy Returns, shoppers get a return method that is easy, friendly, free, involves no packing or shipping, and provides an immediate refund. Retailers using Happy Returns save money through aggregation and enjoy increased conversions and customer loyalty and satisfaction. Join the Happy Returns team as we make returns beautiful and usher in the next generation of happy shopping.

Built Technologies was founded in 2014 out of firsthand frustration with the challenges and pitfalls often associated with construction lending and the belief that technology could transform the loan management process. Built’s collaborative software streamlines the collateral monitoring and draws management process – a process widely recognized as highly cumbersome, costly, and fraught with risk. By bringing the draw management process online, Built helps lenders reduce construction loan risk, increase loan profitability, transform the borrower experience, simplify compliance, and provide unprecedented portfolio insights. With Built, lenders have access to real-time data to make more informed decisions on their construction portfolio while simultaneously providing borrowers a convenient, digital experience with faster access to money to push projects forward. Built has begun a rapid growth trajectory. Since January 2017, the company has more than tripled its customer base, which includes small, regional, and national lenders coast-to-coast. In the 30 months since going live, lenders have used the Built platform to manage over $13 billion of construction loan volume. To find out more visit getbuilt.com, connect with Built on LinkedIn, or follow Built on Twitter at @BuiltTechnology.

SkipTheDishes is one of North America's fastest growing food delivery networks. We connect hungry people with restaurants and local Food Couriers through our algorithm-based food delivery system. We aren't a restaurant, a delivery company, or a traditional online ordering service - our network is a new and improved way to get the food you love to where you are. TECHNOLOGY Food delivery is complex. When you're dealing with the delivery of hot, time-sensitive food, there are thousands of variables at play. The type of transportation, traffic conditions, weather, and thermodynamics of the food are all important factors that contribute to whether you receive your food hot or cold. The team at SkipTheDishes has developed algorithms and an automated dispatch system for food delivery using geo-fencing. Our system allows us to run hundreds of orders a minute with very little human intervention - enabling a clear path to achieve significant scale.

Onfleet’s mission is to power the future of commerce by enabling businesses of all sizes to move goods more efficiently and delightfully. Onfleet's software platform includes intuitive smartphone apps for drivers, a powerful modern web dashboard for dispatchers, and automatic notifications and real-time tracking for recipients. Onfleet powers millions of deliveries every week, for thousands of businesses around the world across a range of industries from grocery and prepared meals to pharmacy, flowers, and furniture. Onfleet is based in San Francisco, California.

Optimal Dynamics was created from decades of research at Princeton University focused specifically on freight and logistics. We believe continual learning and challenging ourselves allows us to stay at the leading edge of innovation. There are hundreds of billions of dollars of waste throughout global logistics that could be partially or completely avoided with AI technology. We’re on a mission to turn this around with the most robust optimization engine ever built for transportation planning.

Elementum builds intuitive, mobile-first apps to help companies streamline procurement, logistics, and manufacturing operations. Powered by the world’s first product graph™, Elementum provides a complete picture of the global product economy for smarter, more proactive supply chains. Customers get actionable insights and early warning signals to assign, collaborate on, and resolve issues--wherever, whenever.

Arrive has been focused on one thing since its founding: raising the standard of what it means to be a broker. We are a carrier and customer-centric logistics company that excels in talent, training, and technology.

On-demand aerial delivery platform for urban environments: end-to-end solution integrating the Matternet M2 Drone, the Matternet Station and the Matternet Cloud. We provide our platform as a service to healthcare, e-commerce and logistics organizations.

AxleHire provides same-day delivery services for e-commerce and brick and mortar retailers that demand reliability and exceptional customer service. The AxleHire logisitics team uses a proprietary dynamic routing algorithm to ensure on-time pickups and deliveries, resulting in a more fluid customer experience with exceptional customer service and reliability that revolves around the customer's brand.