A software engineer created a 90-day AI course to help workers across departments build the tech they want (www.businessinsider.com)

Flexport, a San Francisco-based freight forwarding company, has launched a 90-day AI upskilling course aimed at empowering employees across various departments to automate workflows and enhance efficiency. Initiated in January 2025 by Alex Nederlof, the company’s vice president of engineering, the program teaches staff members—regardless of coding experience—to use AI tools such as Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI agents to build custom automations. Participants engage in practical projects, such as creating apps that streamline customs form checks and developing HR chatbots, ultimately reducing reliance on external software and cutting operational costs. This initiative addresses the skills gap in the logistics sector, where advancements in AI often outpace companies' capacity to implement them effectively. By teaching staff to think like product engineers, Flexport not only equips employees with valuable skills necessary for tech fluency in a rapidly evolving job market but also prepares them for future roles in the workforce. The program's demand has sparked interest from other companies looking to replicate its success, emphasizing that organizations that invest in employee training related to AI stand to gain a competitive advantage by enhancing operational efficiency and responsiveness in supply chain management.