Powerful Software Features | YardView Yard Management

Last Updated: October 24, 2025

Since 1998, YardView’s cloud-based YMS solution has been streamlining yard operations. Designed for the yard, YardView streamlines yard management for logistics and transportation companies. Yard management software simplifies trailer and container tracking at the gate, in the yard, and at the dock.

How Yard Management Software Strengthens the Supply Chain

Yard Management Software (YMS) uses automation and real-time data to make supply chain operations faster and more efficient. It helps teams work together, stay organized, and avoid costly delays.

A YMS:

Connects yard, dock, and transportation teams for better communication
Tracks trailers, containers, and equipment in real time
Simplifies scheduling and trailer turns to save time
Provides alerts and reports to spot and prevent bottlenecks
Reduces wait times with automation and visibility

By improving coordination and cutting down on delays, YardView's YMS keeps freight moving. Its core features work together to make every part of yard operations faster, easier, and more connected.

Core Features of YardView's Yard Management Software

The software's six core features provide real-time visibility and full operational control.

A Computer displaying the YardView scheduling system with a close up of the calendar.

1. Dock Management and Appointment Scheduling

YardView's dock and appointment scheduling helps you oversee arrivals and departures more effectively. It handles inbound and outbound load scheduling, post arrival tracking, and more. Carrier self-scheduling and precision dock dwell time tracking help enhance yard efficiency. With YardView, it's easy to gain full control over shipping and receiving appointments and dock capacity planning.

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2. Real-Time Visibility

See all docks, yard spots, in-transit lanes, and waiting zones, with YardView's yard management software. Drag-and-drop yard maps make it easy to track all assets and make adjustments quickly. Automated alerts, emails, and text messaging help you know more and respond quicker. Make smarter, faster decisions with real-time insights from department and dock dashboards. The YMS make it easy to view everything and improve asset utilization in yard operations.

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A tablet showing a mobile-friendly gate access screen in YardView's YMS.

3. Gate and Access Control

YardView's gate and access control module improves the security and efficiency of your yard operations. This helps teams quickly and easily track arrivals and departures at the gate or in the office. Ulimately, this helps increase throughput, accuracy, and data integrity throughout the yard.

The YMS software provides flexible options for touchless, manned, or unmanned operations. It works with AI cameras for Optical Character Recognition (OCR), QR code check-ins, and kiosk integration.

An in-cab tablet with displaying YardView's YMS software as used by a driver.

4. Yard Driver Communication and Tasking

YardView's yard management system maximizes the efficiency of your yard operations. The system optimizes yard operations by prioritizing loading, unloading, and repositioning trailers. This helps reduce idle time and improve overall operational efficiency.

The YMS software offers real-time prioritized task alerts, supporting accurate labor management. Intelligent next-best move suggestions help your team predict outcomes and make data-driven decisions. And instant alerts and notifications help drive productivity.

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

5. Reporting and Analytics

YardView's YMS provides performance metrics, KPIs, analytics, and comprehensive reporting. The software helps yard operations unlock the power of real-time, accurate insights. Accurate data helps your team eliminate bottlenecks, boost productivity, optimize resource utilization.

This yard management software provides unparalleled visibility and control over the full yard. The end result is better operational data for smarter, faster decision making.

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A process flow map report available in the YardView YMS software.

6. Systems Integration, Automation, and Data Sharing

YardView's yard management solutions enhance accuracy, productivity, and coordination. Benefits include seamless system integrations, advanced automation, and robust data sharing. The goal is smoother and more cohesive yard operations.

The YMS connects with WMS, TMS, ERP, API and various IoT solutions like cameras, reefer control, and GPS. Ready to catapult the efficiency and power of your yard management operations?

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Improve Your Yard with YardView

When selecting a YMS, it’s important to think about the technology and the expertise behind it. For over 25 years, we have improved and added functionality, delivering reliable results. Our consultative approach enables us to offer tailored solutions at a competitive price.

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6 Core Features