**Alvys Launches Agentic AI Platform for Freight Automation**
Freight software provider Alvys has taken a significant step forward in integrating artificial intelligence into its logistics operations. The company has unveiled **Alvys Foundry**, an agentic AI platform specifically designed to allow carriers and brokers to automate core operational tasks directly within its existing transportation management system (TMS). This move represents a shift from passive AI assistance to active AI execution, streamlining critical workflows without requiring users to juggle multiple tools or logins.
### How Foundry Works and Its Key Features
At its core, Alvys Foundry leverages more than 20 pre-built agent templates that are trained to understand and act upon freight data already residing in the TMS. These AI agents are not just chatbots; they are designed to execute defined steps within established freight workflows. Users also have the flexibility to create custom agents or work with Alvys engineers to build solutions tailored to specific operational procedures.
The automation capabilities cover a broad spectrum of freight management tasks. For instance, the **Detention Agent** can automatically identify when detention time thresholds are exceeded and initiate the filing process. **Document Intelligence** agents are capable of reading and filing essential documents such as rate confirmations, bills of lading, and proofs of delivery. Meanwhile, the **Track & Trace Agent** handles check calls and provides proactive shipment status updates.
Other specialized agents include:
* A **Rate Audit Agent** for verifying invoices.
* An **Asset Compliance Agent** for managing authority, insurance, and safety records.
* A **Claims Agent** for opening and documenting claims.
For users who do not wish to build workflows from scratch, Alvys offers a flexible onboarding process. Operators can upload an existing standard operating procedure (SOP) or simply describe a task in plain language. The platform then generates a workflow for user approval. Before going live, these agents can be tested against simulated data, allowing for safe refinement. Once deployed, operators can monitor, manage, and pause agents through the Foundry interface.
### Integrating AI into Existing Freight Ecosystems
Alvys CEO Nick Darman noted that the development of Foundry was informed by observing how customers were already experimenting with AI across their operations. The goal was to create a solution that integrated seamlessly into existing processes rather than adding another disconnected tool. Foundry is built on the same infrastructure as the Alvys TMS, which includes over 120 integrations and native electronic data interchange (EDI) connections with hundreds of shippers. This deep integration ensures that the AI agents have access to crucial context, such as lane history, customer rules, documents, margins, appointments, and exceptions.
“We have the freight context and we understand your lanes,” Darman explained, emphasizing that keeping the automation within the existing platform eliminates the need for separate integrations and credentials.
Security and governance are also central to Foundry. The platform operates on a SOC 2-compliant security foundation, and agreements with model providers are in place to ensure that customer data is not used to train public AI models. A **Model-Selection System** allows tasks to be routed between different large language models based on cost, speed, and quality considerations. Furthermore, the **Agent Shield governance layer** enables operators to set specific approval and spending thresholds for individual agents. Higher-impact actions can be paused for human sign-off, and all agent decisions, actions, and manual overrides are recorded in a comprehensive audit trail.
### AI Agents in the Wider Freight Industry
Alvys is not alone in exploring the potential of agentic AI. Other major players in the logistics space are also deploying autonomous agents to handle repetitive, high-volume tasks. For example, C.H. Robinson has reportedly deployed over 30 AI agents that collectively complete millions of tasks previously handled manually, such as processing emailed pricing requests and converting load tenders into orders. Similarly, Uber Freight has embedded more than 30 AI agents into its TMS to automate work across procurement, shipment execution, tracking, payments, and analytics. These initiatives highlight a broader industry trend toward moving TMS platforms from being mere repositories of logistics data to proactive systems that guide users and automate routine work.
Alvys is applying this execution-focused model directly within its own TMS. Early customers, such as Spartan Carrier Group, are already using the platform to reduce manual workloads and allow employees to focus on tasks requiring judgment and personalized service. The launch of Foundry follows Alvys’ $40 million Series B funding round in September 2025, which has supported the development of a platform that now handles more than $9 billion in freight annually. Foundry is being introduced through targeted customer cohorts, with a waitlist available for subsequent groups.
### FAQ
**What is Alvys Foundry?**
Alvys Foundry is an agentic AI platform launched by freight software provider Alvys. It is designed to automate operational tasks directly within the company’s transportation management system (TMS) using pre-built and custom AI agents.
**What tasks can the AI agents perform?**
The agents can handle a variety of freight workflows, including detention processing, document handling (like filing bills of lading), rate audits, shipment tracking, asset compliance checks, and claims management.
**Do users need to code to use the platform?**
No. Users can simply upload an existing standard operating procedure or describe a task in plain language, and the Foundry platform will generate a workflow for approval. Custom agents can also be built with the help of Alvys engineers.
**How does Alvys ensure data security and governance?**
Foundry operates on a SOC 2-compliant security foundation. The platform includes an Agent Shield governance layer that allows operators to set approval and spending thresholds, and it ensures that customer data is not used to train public AI models. All agent activities are recorded in an audit trail.
**How is the platform being rolled out?**
Foundry is being introduced through customer cohorts rather than a general public launch. The first cohort filled quickly after Alvys presented the platform at a customer advisory board meeting, and a waitlist is open for the next group of users.
### Conclusion
Alvys Foundry represents a significant evolution in freight technology, moving AI integration from simple assistance to active task execution. By embedding intelligent agents directly into its TMS, Alvys is empowering carriers and brokers to automate complex workflows, reduce manual effort, and maintain focus on critical decision-making and customer service. With its robust security framework, flexible configuration options, and direct integration into existing freight data, Foundry is poised to become a cornerstone of modern, efficient freight operations. As the platform expands through customer cohorts, the freight industry will be watching how this execution-focused model translates into tangible gains in productivity and cost savings.
