Imaginnovate launches Logistics Studio
Technology expert Imaginnovate today introduced a Logistics Studio to automate the transportation and logistics industry. Austin-based Imaginnovate characterized the Logistics Studio as a full service digital strategy and solution team dedicated to transportation and logistics.
Imaginnovate said its new business unit would provide Digital Strategy, Technology Roadmap, and Digital Solutions for supply chain clients. The tech developer said its goal is to liberate companies from cumbersome manual processes that hinder operations.
Imaginnovate said its Logistics Studio would develop automation software tailored to the business goals of transport and logistics companies. The company said it could dedicate development teams to clients, serving as de facto in-house IT units.
“We operate like an agency that helps companies define their business strategy, create a technology roadmap and then develop solutions,” explained Imaginnovate CEO Krishna Vattipalli. “The ....
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