Improve Load Turnaround Times in Your Yard with a YMS

Written by: 
Nate Harris
Posted on: 
March 14, 2023

Image of transport trucks from the back checking into a yard at sunset

In operations, if one piece of the puzzle goes missing, especially if there isn’t a system to step in and help, it’s like finding the needle in a haystack to resolve the issue. Navigating around delayed truck turnaround times is unavoidable and can negatively impact relationships Yard Managers have with carriers and drivers. Rather than remaining reactive to repetitive problems, an efficient YMS solution provides real-time visibility of all trailers, yard trucks, and drivers as well as automates scheduling to prevent future delays from occurring. We’ll cover what YMS is and how it plays a key role in improving truck turnaround times.

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There’s No ‘If, And’s, or Trucks’ About it

Image of a man and woman talking about the yard inventory while using a YMS on a tablet

To keep it simple, a yard management system (YMS) is a software application that aids in automating and optimizing the yard management and operations process. Without using an efficient YMS, a lot of issues can happen behind the scenes in yard operations.

It’s critical to not let the following problems leak in-between the cracks:

  • Minimal or complete lack of visibility in the yard to track inbound/outbound trailers and shipments/freight.
  • No automations for scheduling appointments, including pick-up and drop-off times.
  • An absence of communication between yard workers, yard managers, carriers, and drivers when there is a problem.
  • Additional expenses that can be easily avoidable (i.e., Detention and Demurrage fees).
  • Lack of RDIF tags and an inability to schedule for efficient dock management.
  • No clear communication or real-time tracking of yard jockeys across the yard.

A YMS and Yard Equals Harmony

We all want to achieve a perfect balance between the product and the service. When looking at a yard management system from a “big picture” lens, it doesn’t just help with automating truck and carrier scheduling, but everything the light touches; you get the picture. This recent blog of ours explains it well. Letting a YMS carry most of the load takes pressure off your shoulders, however it’s important to not neglect the communication piece to the puzzle. Corresponding clear, concise communication with drivers and carriers will not only improve truck turnaround times but will help enhance the overall flow of yard operations.

Efficiency at its Finest

Aerial image of a yard with many cargo/shipping containers at sunset

When there is a problem, you want to find a solution and fix it. An efficient YMS bestows a masterful way of setting activities aimed at overseeing both the flow of inbound and outbound freight. And at peak efficiency, you will always see areas of improvement that will open the doors for a more successful yard operation. Like transitioning manual processes to a seamless automation system, for example. Our blog dives deeper into this solution, especially if you are desperate to throw out the large stacks of paper on your desk.

Let Our YMS Do All of the Talking

Diving into trying a new solution can be challenging, especially if you’re unsure of how a YMS can play a role in your daily operations. With more than 25 years of industry experience, Yardview has provided a best-in-class software solution for reputable brands nationwide to improve truck turnaround times, provide real-time visibility, and streamline communication between yard staff, carriers, and drivers. We’ll help identify pain points, understand the issues you’ve been dealing with, and show how a yard management system can prevent them in the future.

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