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Rainmakers Acquires Shipsi to Supercharge Instant Shipping with AI

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Slice of Retail Team
September 30, 2024

Key Highlights:

  • Rainmakers acquires Shipsi from Auctane, accelerating AI-powered logistics.

  • Shipsi enables same-day delivery, mobilizing last-mile networks.

  • AI and dark warehousing will reduce delivery times, even outside metro areas.

  • Retailers see a sales boost of 18% from using Shipsi's technology.

  • Ongoing integration with Auctane products ensures scalability and rapid deployment.

Notable Quote:

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"Final mile instant delivery is one of the most interesting and largely untapped areas in e-commerce and retail today. Consumers are hungry for the kind of instant gratification that, until now, only a few retailers could provide."

Rye Akervik, CEO at Shipsi

Our Take:

The acquisition of Shipsi by Rainmakers is a pivotal moment for the retail logistics industry, setting the stage for a new era of ultra-fast, AI-driven delivery solutions. This move not only levels the playing field for smaller retailers but also introduces cutting-edge innovations such as dark warehousing, ensuring broader geographic coverage and shorter delivery times. As online shopping grows, Shipsi’s enhanced technology is likely to become indispensable for retailers striving to meet evolving consumer expectations for speed and convenience. The continued integration with Auctane products guarantees scalability, providing confidence that Shipsi can handle the increasing demands of the market.