Koch Disruptive Technologies (KDT) is leading a $40 million series C financing round in Optimal Dynamics, a leader in automated intelligent freight and logistics decision-making technology.
Why it matters: Optimal Dynamics technology aims to transform how trucking fleets and logistics providers make strategic, tactical and real-time decisions. Its AI-driven approach enables logistics operators to adapt quickly to changing conditions by evaluating millions of potential scenarios and providing optimal decision recommendations in real time.
“Optimal Dynamics stands apart because it isn’t merely automating existing processes — it is redefining them,” says Byron Knight, president at KDT. “In today’s uncertain freight environment, the clarity, efficiency and profitability that Optimal Dynamics brings are essential. We see Optimal Dynamics as a vital platform for logistics businesses aiming to excel in the coming decade.”
The big picture: Earlier this year, KBX Logistics, a Koch company, partnered with Optimal Dynamics. The partnership helps KBX optimize its logistics operations through advanced AI-driven technology, providing significant savings to the broader Koch ecosystem.
“Collaboration and developing mutually beneficial partnerships with Koch companies are core to KDT’s vision,” said Nate Purdum, Koch Labs® director. “I’m thankful for the partnership with KBX, which has been instrumental in helping us better understand the components for long-term success in a rapidly transforming logistics landscape. Special thanks to Tracy Reiss for her support and leadership in advancing technologies to enhance KBX’s competitive edge. Beyond the investment, Alyssa Dax and Jeff Zdancewicz have been critical to KDT’s ability to deliver long-term, strategic value to Optimal Dynamics through their knowledge and experience in the trucking/logistics market.”
The collaboration informed KDT’s decision to participate in this investment round, increasing real-world application opportunities for Optimal Dynamics’ technology across Koch companies.
Zoom out: KDT has invested over $300 million in disruptive supply chain and logistics technology companies, including Trackonomy, Outrider, Repowr, Fabric, Gatik, and Gideon Brothers.
Learn more about this transformative collaboration.
