Gate and Access Control Software

Stop the Gate Bottleneck: Secure, Automated Yard Entry

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Last Updated: January 7, 2026
Managing a gate shouldn’t feel like a constant fire drill. YardView helps you take control of arrivals, departures, and on-site traffic with one easy-to-use system. We aren’t new to this—our software is built on over 25 years of real-world yard and logistics experience.

Most systems just open a gate arm. Ours connects your gate to your entire yard management system. This means every truck follows a set process, helping you turn trailers faster and make better decisions based on real data.

See how yard operations connect gate, yard, and dock activity to keep freight moving.
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Why Gate Management Matters

Every shipment starts at the gate. It is the "front door" that decides who enters, when they arrive, and where they go. When this process is manual or paper-based, you end up with delays, confused drivers, and missing data.

Streamline Gate Operations and Boost Team Efficiency by:

  • Tightening Security: Improve access control at every entry point.
  • Reducing Gate Congestion: Reduce lines at both manned and unmanned gates.
  • Capturing Better Data: Get exact, automated timestamps for every arrival.
  • Clearing the Confusion: Give drivers clear directions the moment they arrive.
  • Syncing Your Workflow: Connect gate activity to your docks and appointments.
When the gate speaks to the rest of your yard, handoffs are smoother and your team gains total visibility. Gate events feed live data into real-time yard operations, so you see exactly what is happening as it happens.
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Flexible Access for Any Operation

Whether you have a security guard on-site or want a fully touchless, unmanned gate, our software adapts to you. If you want to lower overhead, see how yard management systems work without a staffed gate.

Our Arrival and Departure Capabilities Include:

  • Hardware Options: Desktop computers, mobile tablets for "yard walks," and self-service kiosks.
  • Advanced Tech: QR code scanning, GPS geofencing, and connections to AI cameras with OCR.
  • Driver-Friendly Tools: Personal device check-in, "Fast Pass" for trusted carriers, and ELD integrations.
  • Automated Rules: Smart parking rules and guided actions based on your specific yard layout.
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How It Works: A Simple 3-Step Process

We make gate visits simple for both your staff and your drivers.

1. Create an Appointment

Appointments can be made by your team, third-party carriers, or through system integrations. By requiring a booking number upfront, you stop errors before they reach your gate.

2. Driver Notification

Drivers receive a text or email with their appointment details and a QR code. They can even reply "Y" to confirm, which the system records automatically.

3. Arrival and Guidance

When the driver arrives, they scan their code and the process starts. The system tells them exactly where to go. We can even send onsite safety videos and dock assignments directly to their phones.
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Turn Your Yard into a Source of Savings

Is your gate a source of waste or a source of savings? Most companies lose money on manual data entry and "he-said-she-said" disputes over late fees.

By putting all your data in one place, our customers save up to 40 hours per week on administrative work. Imagine gaining a full work week back by:

  • Lowering Labor Costs: Use carrier-booked appointments to end manual calls and "who is where" emails.
  • Protecting Your Margins: End payment disputes with accurate data that helps you detention and demurrage cost control.
  • Boosting Efficiency: Speed up trailer turns to move more freight without increasing your staff.

Ready to see YardView in action?

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Gate Access FAQs

Q. What is gate access control software?

A. It is a tool that manages how trucks and containers enter and exit your facility. It links gate activity to your yard and dock schedules so everything stays in sync.

Q. How is this different from a simple gate arm?

A. Gate automation (like a barrier) only controls physical access. Gate management software controls the process, capturing data and directing the driver's next steps.

Q. Does this support touchless gates?

A. Yes. We can use QR codes, kiosks, and connect to smart cameras to allow for "unmanned" entries. This helps reduce the need for on-site gate staff.

This automated flow keeps your team safe and your drivers moving. For a deeper look at the tech behind these workflows, read about how self-service and contactless visits automate inbound and outbound movements.

Q. Can it help me stop detention fees?

A. Absolutely. Every entry and exit is time-stamped automatically. This gives you the 'source of truth' you need to control detention and demurrage charges and challenge incorrect fees.

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