How is dock scheduling different from yard management?

Dock scheduling manages appointments and dock utilization. Yard management covers all yard activities. This includes everything from gate entry to trailer tracking and dock moves. YardView’s yard management system (YMS) handles scheduling and yard actions in one platform. This helps keep yard and dock operations aligned.

Can the system support multiple facilities or high-volume yards?

Yes. YardView scales from single warehouses to enterprise networks with many distribution centers.

What happens if trucks arrive late or early?

YardView allows teams to quickly adjust schedules, reassign docks, and notify drivers. This keeps operations on track and reduces disruptions.

Is the system easy for carriers and third parties to use?

Yes. Carriers can quickly book, adjust, and confirm appointments through an intuitive interface. This reduces time spent on phone calls and emails.

What reporting is available?

Dashboards and reports cover dock utilization, appointment compliance, dwell times, throughput, and more. This data helps drive real-world improvements.

How does YardView help reduce detention and demurrage costs?

The software tracks dwell times and appointment compliance. It also sends proactive alerts before issues occur.

What does implementation look like?

Most YardView YMS implementations take six weeks or less. This may be accelerated if needed.

What ROI can I expect?

Customers typically see lower dwell times and up to a 95% reduction in detention fees. They also get faster turn times and better communication.

Does YardView integrate with my TMS, WMS, or ERP systems?

Yes. YardView’s YMS unifies information from multiple supply chain systems. This helps teams see the full picture and act quickly.

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FAQs: Yard risk and compliance

Operational Safety and Compliance

Reduce Risk and Support Safety Rules. Shipping yards are busy places with constant movement and tight schedules. Without a digital system, safety depends on manual checks. These are often inconsistent. YardView supports EHS compliance by building safety checks directly into the daily workflow.

Audit Support: Create time-stamped records of all activity to help with safety reviews. Learn how to use YMS reports to drive continuous improvement and stay audit-ready.
WAIRE Program Support: Reduce traffic jams and idling to meet emissions rules. YardView tracks the data you need for WAIRE compliance and reporting.
Rule Enforcement: Apply steady rules for trailer moves and dock assignments.
Driver Tracking: Monitor how long drivers stay at your facility to reduce crowding and improve safety.
Outbound Security: Verify trailer seals before any move to ensure cargo remains untouched and secure. See how Blind Seal Verification keeps your yard compliant.

The YardView All Assets Report, highlighting a detailed table and specific KPIs.

Logistics Security and Fraud Prevention

Protect Cargo and Stop Theft. Cargo theft often happens while trailers sit in the yard. Without gate controls, it is hard to prove what happened. YardView acts as a warehouse security system for your outdoor assets by tracking every event.

Theft Prevention: Limit access to trailers based on a worker's role or location. Using a digital system helps ensure that missing or lost inventory in your yard is not a standard cost of doing business.
Gate Control: Ensure only approved drivers and trucks enter the facility.
Audit Logs and Post-Arrival Tracking: Automatically capture a record of every yard event. YardView goes beyond check-in to track every milestone / move, providing accurate data on dwell time and driver detention. These logs create the "paper trail" needed for a strong supply chain risk management plan.
Blind Seal Verification: This tool provides proof that cargo was not touched while on your property. Explore how blind seal verification helps prevent fraud.

An alert report that tracks and monitors key metrics.

Why Yard Efficiency Matters for Risk and Savings

A messy yard is a dangerous yard, but it is also an expensive one. Most companies view yard risk management as a necessary cost. YardView's yard management system is the only platform that treats the yard and the safety of your facility as a source of savings.

While yard efficiency is often about speed, it also impacts your liability. High congestion leads to more accidents and more chances of theft. Our system is built on 25+ years of logistics expertise rather than complex new technology. By streamlining moves and reducing dwell time, you naturally lower your operational risk while capturing hidden profit.

FAQs: Yard Risk and Compliance

Q. How does yard management software help with yard security?

A. The software tracks all yard movements, even after arrival. It also records every trailer move in real time. This visibility prevents unauthorized access and helps stop cargo theft.

Q. How does tracking trailers after arrival help with risk management?

A. Most systems stop at arrivals, but YardView tracks trailers through every milestone in the yard. By monitoring dwell time and live driver detention, you have the proof needed to settle billing disputes and ensure no trailer is left ignored or unmonitored for too long.

Q. How can a system support WAIRE compliance?

A. It reduces the time trucks spend idling. By making the yard move faster, you lower emissions. The system also collects the data you need for your official WAIRE compliance reports.

Q. What are common strategies to address supply chain risks?

A. Good strategies include using operational risk management tools to automate safety checks. This removes human error. Using gate controls and digital audit trails are also key steps in a supply chain security risk management plan.

Q. How does blind seal verification help with cargo safety?

A. Blind seal verification confirms a seal is intact without opening the trailer. This creates a digital "chain of custody." It proves the cargo was never tampered with while in your care.

Q. What data is most important for risk teams?

A. The most vital data includes trailer locations, move history, and seal status. Having these logs allows you to take control of your supply chain while winning disputes and passing audits with ease.

Facility & Yard Security: Advanced Risk Management for Supply Chains

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Why Yard Efficiency Matters for Risk and Savings

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