Let's Talk About Finished Vehicle Logistics
Hi, I'm Karsten Horn.
Helping logistics service providers optimize transport planning with AI.
With more than 25 years of experience in IT and logistics, I've learned that successful digital transformation isn't about implementing technology for its own sake - it's about solving real operational challenges.
Today, I work with logistics service providers to improve transport planning through AI-powered optimization. My focus is helping companies increase truck utilization, reduce manual planning effort, and make better operational decisions using intelligent optimization.
If you're exploring AI-driven transport planning, Loadbuilder AI, or simply looking for new ways to improve efficiency, I'd be happy to connect.
What I usually discuss with logistics service providers
Every logistics operation faces different challenges, but many of the conversations I have start with similar questions:
- How can we improve truck utilization?
- How can we reduce empty miles?
- How can AI support dispatchers?
- How can we automate load planning?
- How can we optimize routes without increasing complexity?
- Which optimization solution fits our operation?
These are exactly the topics I enjoy discussing.
My focus: AI-powered Load Optimization
One topic that has become increasingly important is Loadbuilder AI.
Instead of manually evaluating countless loading possibilities, AI continuously analyzes transport orders, available vehicles, loading constraints, delivery priorities, and operational requirements to recommend optimized truck loads.
The objective isn't to replace dispatchers.
It's to give them better decisions - faster.
With AI-supported load optimization, logistics service providers can:
- Increase truck utilization
- Reduce empty miles
- Improve route efficiency
- Minimize manual planning effort
- Respond faster to operational changes
- Improve overall transport performance
Why companies reach out to me
One topic that has become increasingly important is Loadbuilder AI.
Instead of manually evaluating countless loading possibilities, AI continuously analyzes transport orders, available vehicles, loading constraints, delivery priorities, and operational requirements to recommend optimized truck loads.
The objective isn't to replace dispatchers.
It's to give them better decisions - faster.
With AI-supported load optimization, logistics service providers can:
- Increase truck utilization
- Reduce empty miles
- Improve route efficiency
- Minimize manual planning effort
- Respond faster to operational changes
- Improve overall transport performance
Why INFORM
For more than 50 years, INFORM has helped organizations solve complex operational challenges using Artificial Intelligence and Operations Research.
Our Vehicle Logistics Suite supports automotive manufacturers, logistics service providers, ports and vehicle compounds around the world by improving operational planning, increasing resource utilization and enabling better day-to-day decisions.
The modular solution covers:
- Yard Management
- Workshop Management
- Transport Management
- Track & React
- Network Planning
Karsten Horn
Senior Manager Vehicle Logistics
With more than 25 years of experience in IT and logistics, Karsten understands that digital transformation is an ongoing journey. As Senior Manager at INFORM, a global leader in optimization software for vehicle logistics, he works closely with customers to design tailored, AI-driven solutions that address complex logistics challenges. Known for his collaborative approach and clear communication, Karsten builds lasting partnerships and helps drive efficiency, resilience, and smart decision-making in vehicle logistics.
