Project44 acquires ClearMetal to strengthen predictive tools
Project44 has acquired ClearMetal, a move aimed at strengthening the predictive side of its freight visibility and transportation management tools.
Project44 provides intelligent transportation management, end-to-end visibility, yard management, and last mile solutions. The company says its network connects more than 1.5 billion shipments annually for over 1,000 brands across manufacturing, automotive, retail, life sciences, food and beverage, CPG, and oil, chemical and gas.
For drivers, the practical importance of visibility platforms is how they influence dispatch decisions and day-to-day execution—especially around appointment times, yard flow, and last-mile planning. Better predictive tools can support more accurate ETAs and clearer handoffs between facilities, which can reduce last-minute changes that spill over into a driver’s clock.
The broader context is that supply chain software is leaning harder into predictive analytics and automation. Across industries, technological advances in AI, predictive analytics, and robotic process automation are reshaping how companies manage compliance, auditing, and operational decision-making. In supply chains, that trend shows up as stronger forecasting, more automated exception management, and tighter coordination between systems.
- What happened: Project44 acquired ClearMetal.
- Why it matters: The deal is intended to improve predictive capabilities inside tools used for shipment visibility and transportation execution.
- What it means on the road: More reliable predictions and visibility can support steadier schedules around facilities, yards, and last-mile deliveries.
The company’s background information also notes that readers can explore Project44’s funding history with round-wise details, lead investors, post-money valuations, and a full investor list, though no new funding announcement was included in the provided details about this acquisition.