505: New Tech and A Big Announcement: Go Behind the Scenes at IANA, with Lynxis
Allen Thomas, Chief Commercial Officer at Lynxis, provides an expert view on transforming landside logistics and terminal operations. He discusses the current industry climate, highlighting the impact of potential mega-mergers and the critical need for technology investments that deliver a clear return. Thomas demystifies AI, explaining Lynxis's focus is on practical machine learning and computer vision to solve immediate challenges like inventory accuracy and operational efficiency. He proudly announces two new flagship products, ORCA and enVision, designed to orchestrate complex workflows without code and provide unparalleled visibility into terminal assets.
Today I’m joined by Lynxis, a transportation solutions provider that is on a mission to transform terminal operations from the ground up.
Lynxis provides leading-edge solutions that enable owners and operators of cargo terminals to transform infrastructure, equipment, technology, and labor workforce silos into one highly orchestrated model.
Today, Allen Thomas, Chief Commercial Officer at Lynxis, joins me to talk all about what the intermodal industry looks like right now and the new technology innovations driving change for the industry. And Allen will be telling us all about two brand new solutions Lynxis are announcing at the IANA intermodal expo 2025. We’ll be exploring exactly how they’ll create impact for clients, and ultimately drive transformation and cut costs across the industry.
An introduction to Allen and Lynxis.
Why we need terminals to work better.
Why Union Pacific’s proposed merger with Norfolk Southern is top of mind for the intermodal industry right now.
Why investment is a key area of opportunity for intermodal organizations, and how Lynxis is helping customers deliver on their returns.
Allen’s take on AI and where the industry is now, and why Lynxis is focused on machine learning and using AI to help streamline and reduce time to value.
Two new product announcements, and an overview of ORCA: software to optimize and orchestrate terminal operations.
The ORCA brand, and how Lynxis developed the name.
How terminal evolution has historically been driven through complex custom software applications, why orgainzations need to move away from this time-consuming, expensive and inflexible approach, and what makes ORCA different.
An overview of enVision, Lynxis’ new computer vision system.
How enVision will drive higher inventory accuracy for organizations and create real impact.
The impact these innovations will make for the industry.
Allen’s biggest highlight from IANA 2025. “Process automation in existing facilities is the next right step.”
Resources & Links Mentioned
- Head over to Lynxis’ website now to find out more and discover how they could help you too. You can also connect with Lynxis and keep up to date with the latest over on LinkedIn, or you can connect with Allen on LinkedIn.
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