Unilever Uses AI in Supply Chain to Cut Waste and Improve Planning
Unilever says investing in people, AI, and digital technologies is improving the speed and resilience of its supply chain operations and demand and supply forecasting. The company highlights renewable energy use, logistics visibility tools, and AI-driven performance at factories. At Hefei, AI lifted OEE by 8% and reduced waste by 20%; at Raeford, digital twins helped cut waste by 20% and raise capacity by 10%, supporting complex launches across 120+ countries.