Streamline Yard Ops, Slash Dwell Time & Eliminate Check-In Chaos

PowerYMS gives you real-time visibility into trailers, moves, and dwell, without spreadsheets, radio chaos, or a long implementation cycle.

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50% Faster Yard Checks

Real-time tracking ends trailer hunts and wasted hours, increasing operational efficiency and reducing frustration for your team.

Lower Costs at Any Scale

Accurate, defensible timestamps slash detention fees and disputes—savings range from thousands per yard to millions across networks.

Rapid Deployment

Go live in weeks with devices you already own—no RFID tags or Wi-Fi upgrades required. Get value faster with minimal setup.

Bring Clarity and Control to Yard Operations

PowerYMS is a modular yard management platform designed to eliminate blind spots across yard and gate operations, without adding complexity or forcing a rip-and-replace of existing systems. PowerYMS goes live in weeks using devices you already own, with no RFID tags, Wi-Fi upgrades, or long implementation cycles. PowerYMS provides:

50% Faster Yard Checks (PowerYard)
Real-time trailer visibility eliminates yard hunts and wasted hours, helping teams focus on what needs to move next instead of what’s missing.
Lower Gate-Related Costs and Fewer Disputes (PowerGate)
Accurate, defensible time-stamped gate events reduce detention fees and disputes — delivering savings from thousands per yard to millions across multi-site networks.
Smoother Arrivals With Fewer Yard Surprises (EZCheck-In)
Driver pre-check ensures paperwork, appointment details, and requirements are handled before arrival — reducing rework, bottlenecks, and unexpected delays at the gate.

Yard Visibility & Management

Real-time inventory, task automation and cold-chain monitoring keep every asset in view

Gate Automation

Digitized check-in/out, mobile gate attendants and inspection tools eliminate queues and manual errors

Driver Pre-Check

Let drivers complete paperwork and self-check-in on any device; cut detention costs and disputes

Yard Visibility & Management

Real-time inventory, task automation and cold-chain monitoring keep every asset in view

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Gate Automation

Digitized check-in/out, mobile gate attendants and inspection tools eliminate queues and manual errors

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Driver Pre-Check

Let drivers complete paperwork and self-check-in on any device; cut detention costs and disputes

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Yard Visibility & Management

Real-time inventory, task automation and cold-chain monitoring keep every asset in view

Gate Automation

Digitized check-in/out, mobile gate attendants and inspection tools eliminate queues and manual errors

Driver Pre-Check

Let drivers complete paperwork and self-check-in on any device; cut detention costs and disputes

PowerYMS: Yard & Dock Visibility

Problem

Manual yard checks and scattered paperwork create blind spots that slow down operations. Trailers go missing, loaders waste hours hunting, and managers struggle to keep dwell times and compliance under control—driving up costs and delaying schedules.

Solution

PowerYMS replaces manual checks with real-time data and clear digital tasking in yards and docks. Every trailer and driver task is tracked in one system, so staff always know where assets are and what should be done next.

Real-time Tracking

Monitor every trailer and driver task in one centralized system with live updates.

Queue-based Task Management

Clear, radio-free instructions for efficient yard operations and reduced dwell times.

Reefer Monitoring

Temperature tracking and cold-chain alerts to protect sensitive cargo.

Exportable History

Comprehensive yard/dock spot allocation with full historical data export.

Who it's for: Warehouse and distribution-centre operators, 3PLs, manufacturers, chemical facilities and port/intermodal terminals needing accurate asset visibility.

"A major distribution centre cut detention fees by over 50%, improved trailer scheduling and saved three hours per day by unifying tracking and dwell data."

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Problem

Solution

PowerYMS Features

Real-time inventory control and digital yard checks
Queue-based task management with clear, radio-free instructions
Optimized trailer pool management (FIFO)
Reefer temperature monitoring and cold-chain alerts
Yard/dock spot allocation with exportable history

PowerGate: Gate Automation

Problem

Manual gate operations create bottlenecks, incomplete inspections, and costly detention. Without accurate timestamps, operators spend too much time piecing together conflicting data from carriers—leaving them exposed to disputes and expensive detention fees.

Solution

PowerGate digitizes every gate transaction so processing is fast, inspections are accurate, and all driver documentation is timestamped and stored automatically.

Mobile Gate Attendant

Digitized gate transactions with mobile accessibility for gate attendants.

Customizable Inspection Forms

Simplified check-in/out with customizable inspection forms for accurate inspections.

On-site Asset List

Click-to-copy data entry into WMS for efficient operations.

Automatic Timestamps

Automatic tractor and trailer timestamps for accurate event tracking

Document Management

Centralized document management with timestamped storage.

Gate History Export

Exportable gate history for comprehensive record-keeping.

Who it's for: Gate attendants, security teams, and high-throughput yards at distribution centers or ports that need to reduce queues, cut disputes, and eliminate manual data collection.

"We reduced gate check-in times by 33% at our distribution yard. PowerGate is saving us more than 20 hours per week!"

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EZCheck-In: Driver Pre-Check

Problem

When drivers arrive without the right documents or data, everything slows down. Queues build at the gate, staff scramble to validate paperwork, and disputes arise later when records don't line up. The result is wasted hours, higher labor costs, and costly billing disputes.

Solution

With EZCheck-In, drivers pre-submit BOLs and other documents on any device and can self-check in via phone or tablet before getting to the gate, or at a kiosk upon arrival. Dispatchers gain real-time visibility of inbound loads, while operations teams capture accurate, defensible timestamps to prevent disputes.

Direct Integration

Driver pre-checks directly into PowerYard or your WMS

Multi-Device Support

Self-check-in via smartphone, tablet, or kiosk (BYOD—no hardware required)

Real-Time Visibility

Real-time inbound visibility with driver chat for faster communication

Automated Validation

Automated record validation, editing, and gate authorization

Document Imaging

Document imaging for BOLs, PODs, invoices, and OSD reports

Who It's For: Carriers, 3PLs, e-commerce fulfillment hubs, and distribution centers that need to cut wait times, reduce labor costs, and eliminate disputes at the gate.

"Using PowerYard's EZCheck-In, a national parcel carrier reduced invoice disputes by 72%, thus recovering $2M in detention overpayments."

Key Benefits

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Feature	PowerYMS	PowerGate Request a Demo	EZCheck-In Request a Demo
Real-time inventory control
Task management & queue-based tasks
Digital yard task execution
Trailer pool management (FIFO)
Reefer temperature checks
Yard/dock spot allocation
Task & yard history export
Digitized gate transactions
Mobile gate attendant
Custom inspection forms
Asset list & WMS click-to-copy
Tractor/trailer timestamps
Document management
Driver pre-checks
Self-check-in (BYOD)
Inbound visibility & driver chat
Record validation & surveys
Ruggedized tablets
BYOD

Problem

Solution

PowerGate digitizes every gate transaction so processing is fast, inspections are accurate, and all driver documentation is timestamped and stored automatically.

PowerGate Features

Digitized gate transactions and mobile gate attendant
Simplified check-in/out with customizable inspection forms
On-site asset list and click-to-copy data entry into WMS
Automatic tractor and trailer timestamps
Document management and gate history export

PowerGate: Gate Automation

Problem

Solution

PowerGate digitizes every gate transaction so processing is fast, inspections are accurate, and all driver documentation is timestamped and stored automatically.

Mobile Gate Attendant

Digitized gate transactions with mobile accessibility for gate attendants.

Customizable Inspection Forms

Simplified check-in/out with customizable inspection forms for accurate inspections.

On-site Asset List

Click-to-copy data entry into WMS for efficient operations.

Automatic Timestamps

Automatic tractor and trailer timestamps for accurate event tracking

Document Management

Centralized document management with timestamped storage.

Gate History Export

Exportable gate history for comprehensive record-keeping.

Who it's for: Gate attendants, security teams, and high-throughput yards at distribution centers or ports that need to reduce queues, cut disputes, and eliminate manual data collection.

"We reduced gate check-in times by 33% at our distribution yard. PowerGate is saving us more than 20 hours per week!"

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Problem

Solution

PowerYMS Features

Real-time inventory control and digital yard checks
Queue-based task management with clear, radio-free instructions
Optimized trailer pool management (FIFO)
Reefer temperature monitoring and cold-chain alerts
Yard/dock spot allocation with exportable history

220/months

Real-time inventory control
Task management & queue-based tasks
Digital yard task execution
Trailer pool management (FIFO)
Reefer temperature checks
Yard/dock spot allocation
Task & yard history export
Ruggedized tablets

200/months

Digitized gate transactions
Mobile gate attendant
Custom inspection forms
Asset list & WMS click-to-copy
Tractor/trailer timestamps
Document management
BYOD

200/months

Driver pre-checks
Self-check-in (BYOD)
Inbound visibility & driver chat
Record validation & surveys
Ruggedized tablets

PowerYard

Advanced Yard Management

Real-time inventory control
Task management & queue-based tasks
Digital yard task execution
Trailer pool management (FIFO)
Reefer temperature checks
Yard/dock spot allocation
Ruggedized tablets

Designed for large distribution yards

PowerGate

Streamlined Gate Operations

Digitized gate transactions
Mobile gate attendant
Custom inspection forms
Asset list & WMS click-to-copy
Tractor/trailer timestamps
Document management
BYOD

Built for BYOD gate operations

EZCheck-In

Driver Self-Service Portal

Driver pre-checks
Self-check-in (BYOD)
Inbound visibility & driver chat
Record validation & surveys
Ruggedized tablets

Driver-focused, self-service experience

Case Studies

Every yard is different—but the results are consistent. Customers across industries use PowerYMSto cut detention fees, eliminate disputes, and keep freight moving.

Explore results below, filterable by PowerYard (Yard & Dock Visibility), PowerGate (Gate Automation), or EZCheck-In (Driver Pre-Check).

Unilever

90% Fewer Detention Invoices | $2M+ Annual Savings

Modules: PowerGate, EZCheck-In

Challenge: Unverifiable gate timestamps drove excessive detention invoices

Solution: Automated gate capture and driver pre-check created defensible timestamps

Results:

90% fewer detention invoices
$2M+ annual savings

90% Fewer Detention Invoices | $2M+ Annual Savings

Modules: PowerGate, EZCheck-In

Challenge

Unilever relied on manual gate logs and carrier-provided timestamps that couldn’t be verified. When detention invoices arrived, the operations team lacked defensible data to challenge them, leading to prolonged disputes and frequent write-offs.

Solution

PowerGate digitized every gate transaction while EZCheck-In captured arrival and departure data directly from drivers. Manual logs were replaced with system-generated timestamps trusted by operations, finance, and carriers.

Results

$2M+ annual reduction in detention spend
90% drop in detention invoices
Disputes resolved quickly—or stopped entirely
Ops and finance teams freed from constant back-and-forth

"PowerYard gave us indisputable timestamps. Carriers stopped disputing, and the detention invoices dropped overnight." – Co-located Operations Specialist

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Healthcare Distribution Center

Detention Fees Reduced from $40K+ to $83/Month

Modules: PowerGate, EZCheck-In

Challenge: Manual check-ins and conflicting data drove detention fees over $40,000 a month

Solution: Automated tractor and trailer timestamps

Results:

Detention cut to $83 a month
Disputes eliminated

Detention Fees Reduced from $40K+ to $83/Month

Modules: PowerGate, EZCheck-In

Challenge

Challenge: High-volume, time-sensitive freight combined with spreadsheets, paper logs, and inconsistent carrier data caused constant reconciliation work. Detention costs routinely exceeded $40,000 per month.

Solution

Solution: PowerGate automated gate activity while EZCheck-In captured defensible tractor and trailer timestamps at arrival and departure, eliminating manual check-ins.

Results

Monthly detention reduced from $40,000+ to $83
Carrier disputes effectively eliminated
Assessorials managed proactively
Carrier disputes effectively eliminated

“Indisputable timestamps ended the disputes—and the detention invoices dropped overnight.”
- Co-located Operations Specialist

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HVAC Manufacturer

Trailer Hunt Time Cut in Half
Modules: PowerYMS

Challenge: Loaders wasted hours searching for trailers

Solution: Real-time yard visibility and trailer tracking

Result:

50% faster trailer hunts
1–2 hours saved per shift

Trailer Hunt Time Cut in Half
Modules: PowerYMS

Challenge

Limited yard visibility led to misplaced trailers, delayed loads, and disrupted dock schedules.

Solution

PowerYMS provided real-time trailer inventory and FIFO-based yard organization.

Results

50% reduction in trailer hunt time
1–2 hours saved per shift
Improved dock scheduling accuracy
Higher loader productivity and morale

“PowerYard gave us indisputable timestamps. Carriers stopped disputing, and the detention invoices dropped overnight.” – Co-located Operations Specialist

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National Parcel Carrier

Accurate Detention Billing | $2M Recovered

Modules: EZCheck-In

Challenge: Inconsistent timestamps caused frequent billing disputes

Solution: Automated geo-stamped check-in/out data

Result:

72% fewer disputes
$2M recovered

Accurate Detention Billing | $2M Recovered

Modules: EZCheck-In

Challenge

Detention invoices were routinely disputed due to weak or inconsistent timestamps, forcing finance teams to write off legitimate charges.

Solution

EZCheck-In introduced automated, geo-stamped arrival and departure records tied to each tractor and trailer.

Results

72% reduction in detention disputes
$2M recovered in lost revenue
Faster billing cycles
Greater confidence in invoice accuracy

“Before PowerYard, we were constantly fighting invoice disputes over detention and losing revenue we couldn’t prove. Now that we have indisputable timestamps, disputes have dropped by 72%, and we’ve recovered over $2M. It’s been a game-changer for us.” –Operations Lead, National Parcel Carrier

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Major Distribution Center

Centralized Visibility | 50%+ Less Detention
Modules: PowerYMS, PowerGate

Challenge: Disconnected systems slowed scheduling and reconciliation

Solution: Unified yard, dwell, and gate visibility

Result:

50%+ reduction in detention
3 hours/day saved

Centralized Visibility | 50%+ Less Detention
Modules: PowerYMS, PowerGate

Challenge

Six separate systems were used to track trailers, dwell, and gate activity, forcing managers to piece together information manually.

Solution

PowerYMS centralized yard visibility while PowerGate digitized gate transactions into a single platform.

Results

50%+ reduction in detention
3 hours saved per day
Improved trailer turns and dock utilization
Fewer operational surprises during peak periods

“Before PowerYard, we were constantly juggling different systems and paperwork just to understand what was happening in the yard. Now everything is in one place—we’ve cut detention fees in half and my team saves hours every day. It’s taken the chaos out of scheduling.” – Yard Operations Manager

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Food Processor

Faster Check-Ins | $52K Annual Impact
Modules: EZCheck-In

Challenge: Manual paperwork caused dock delays and errors

Solution: Pre-submitted documents with imaging

Result:

30% faster check-ins
$52K annual impact

Faster Check-Ins | $52K Annual Impact
Modules: EZCheck-In

Challenge

Paper-based check-ins and document errors regularly disrupted dock flow and required follow-up work.

Solution

EZCheck-In allowed drivers to submit documents and images before arrival, giving dock teams validated information upfront.

Results

30% faster check-ins
$16K labor savings
$36K dock efficiency gains
Smoother, more predictable dock operations

“Before PowerYard, check-ins were slow and paperwork mistakes constantly caused delays at the dock. Now drivers can pre-submit everything, and our team works from accurate records. Check-ins are faster, errors are gone, and the whole dock flows more smoothly.” – Operations Manager, Food Processing Facility

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HVAC Manufacturer – Trailer Hunt Time Cut in Half

PowerYMS, Yard & Dock Visibility

Challenge: Loaders wasted hours searching for trailers

Solution: Real-time inventory and trailer pool optimization

Result: 50% faster trailer hunts; improved dock scheduling

PowerYMS, Yard & Dock Visibility

Challenge

At a high-volume HVAC manufacturing yard, loaders regularly lost time searching for trailers. Without reliable visibility, assets were misplaced or delayed, disrupting dock schedules and slowing output. Managers lacked a clear picture of trailer pools, leaving inefficiencies unaddressed.

Solution

PowerYMS introduced real-time trailer inventory tracking and optimized trailer pool management using FIFO principles. Loaders could instantly locate trailers, while managers had the visibility needed to balance workloads and improve dock flow.

Results

Dock scheduling accuracy improved by 25%
Loaders gained back 1–2 hours per shift
Trailer hunt times reduced by 50%

“Our loaders would waste hours every week just trying to find trailers. It threw off dock schedules and slowed everything down. With PowerYard, trailers are easy to locate. The docks run smoother, and our whole team is more productive.” – Yard Manager, HVAC Manufacturer

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Major Distribution Center – Digitized Gate Operations

PowerGate, Gate Automation

Challenge: Peak-hour delays with manual gate logs

Solution: Digitized gate transactions with real-time BOLs

Result: 33% faster check-ins; 20+ hours saved weekly; $30K/year saved

PowerGate, Gate Automation

Challenge

At a major distribution center, gate attendants relied on manual logs and paper-based check-ins. During peak hours, drivers waited 15 minutes or longer, creating queues, lost time, and frustration. Operations were slowed and costs mounted due to inefficiencies.

Solution

PowerGate digitized all gate transactions. With mobile devices and real-time BOL submissions, inspections became faster and more accurate. Paperwork and redundant data entry were eliminated, enabling attendants to move drivers through quickly and consistently.

Results

Over $30K in annual savings
20+ hours saved weekly
Gate check-ins reduced by 33%

“We’re saving 20 hours a week at the gate. You can tell that PowerYard was built for operators—not just IT teams.” – Distribution Center Operations Lead

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Cold Chain Distribution Facility – Simplified Compliance

EZCheck-In, Driver Pre-Check

Challenge: Manual compliance data collection for CT-PAT and audits

Solution: Configurable Pre-Check portal with digital records

Result: 2 hours saved daily; $42K annual savings

EZCheck-In, Driver Pre-Check

Challenge

A cold chain distribution facility faced heavy compliance requirements, including CT-PAT and other audit standards. Staff relied on manual data capture and paper forms, which were time-intensive, prone to error, and difficult to retrieve during audits.

Solution

EZCheck-In’s configurable Pre-Check Portal digitized compliance processes, enabling drivers to input required data electronically. The system stored accurate digital records that could be easily accessed for audits, reducing risk and manual workload.

Results

Reduced risk of costly regulatory penalties
Cut 14 hours/week from compliance tasks
100% audit readiness with trusted digital records

“Compliance used to eat up so much of our day—we’d spend hours chasing down paper forms and fixing mistakes. PowerYard makes it all digital, accurate, and instantly available. We’ve cut at least 14 hours a week from compliance tasks, and we’re WAY more prepared for potential audits.” – Compliance Manager, Cold Chain Distribution Facility

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E-Commerce Fulfillment Hub – Visibility Without a Gate

EZCheck-In, Driver Pre-Check

Challenge: No structured check-ins led to inventory errors and delays

Solution: Driver self-check-in with real-time visibility

Result: 24/7 visibility into arrivals; automated WMS updates; eliminated manual yard walks

EZCheck-In, Driver Pre-Check

Challenge

An e-commerce fulfillment hub operated without a traditional gate, leaving drivers unsure where to go and staff blind to arrivals and departures. This lack of structure created inventory inaccuracies, delayed WMS updates, and slowed order fulfillment, especially during off-hours.

Solution

EZCheck-In enabled drivers to pre-check in from their own devices, giving dispatchers and managers real-time visibility into inbound and outbound movements. Off-hour arrivals were automatically captured, eliminating blind spots and ensuring WMS data stayed accurate and up to date without manual reconciliation.

Results

Removed off-hour blind spots that previously caused weekly delays
Eliminated manual yard walks; WMS updates now instant and automated
Full 24/7 visibility into arrivals and departures

“Not having a gate made it nearly impossible to track drivers—we were blind to who was arriving and when. PowerYard changed that. Drivers can check in on their phones, and now we have real-time visibility 24/7. Off-hour arrivals are captured automatically, and our updates to the WMS are faster and more accurate. It’s saved us hours every week and eliminated costly mistakes.” – Operations Manager, E-Commerce Fulfillment Hub

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Logistics Provider – Real-Time Task Execution

PowerYMS, Yard & Dock Visibility

Challenge: Manual logging delayed operations and visibility

Solution: Digital task execution and remote monitoring

Result: 2 hours/shift saved; proactive issue resolution

PowerYMS, Yard & Dock Visibility

Challenge

A logistics provider relied on manual driver logs and limited visibility to manage yard operations. Drivers wasted time recording tasks on paper, while managers couldn’t respond quickly to issues. This created delays, inefficiencies, and dissatisfied drivers.

Solution

PowerYMS introduced Digital Yard Task Execution, replacing manual logs with automated digital tracking. Managers gained 24/7 visibility into tasks, enabling them to spot and resolve issues proactively.

Results

15% increase in yard throughput
Managers resolving issues in real time instead of after the fact
Eliminated manual logging, saving drivers 2 hours per shift

“Our drivers used to waste time filling out paper logs, and managers were always playing catch-up when problems came up. With PowerYard, tasks are tracked automatically, managers see issues in real time, and drivers have gained back two hours every shift. It’s made our whole operation faster and less stressful.” – Operations Director, Logistics Provider

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Large Distribution Yard – Eliminated Gate Guesswork

EZCheck-In, Driver Pre-Check

Challenge: Open yard with no structured check-ins caused confusion

Solution: Real-time arrival/departure visibility

Result: Full off-hour visibility; Reduced driver waiting time by 30%

EZCheck-In, Driver Pre-Check

Challenge

A large distribution yard operated without structured check-ins, leaving drivers to guess where to go and staff scrambling to locate equipment. This caused inventory inaccuracies, delays, and wasted labor.

Solution

EZCheck-In gave the yard real-time arrival and departure visibility. Drivers could self-check in, and managers gained full visibility into activity, including off-hour movements, ensuring accurate WMS updates.

Results

Reduced driver waiting time by 30%
2 hours/day saved on WMS updates
Full visibility into off-hour gate activity

“Drivers used to show up and have no idea where to go, and our team spent hours chasing down equipment. Since adding PowerYard, drivers check themselves in and we have full visibility—even after hours. The confusion is gone, updates are automatic, and we save hours of labor every single day.” – Yard Supervisor, Large Distribution Yard

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Consumer Goods Warehouse – Smarter Dock Assignments

PowerYMS, Yard & Dock Visibility

Challenge: No inbound visibility left docks underutilized

Solution: Real-time arrival data for proactive dock scheduling

Result: Fewer delays; dock worker productivity up by 15%

PowerYMS, Yard & Dock Visibility

Challenge

A consumer goods warehouse struggled with inefficient dock use. Without real-time inbound visibility, docks were underutilized, arrivals were missed, and rework was common. Productivity and throughput suffered.

Solution

PowerYMS provided real-time arrival data and predictive scheduling insights. This allowed managers to assign docks proactively, improving throughput and reducing delays.

Results

Improved overall scheduling accuracy and throughput
Increased dock worker productivity by 15%
Fewer dock delays and 40% less rework

“Our docks used to sit empty while trucks waited outside, simply because we couldn’t see what was coming in. With PowerYard, we have real-time arrival visibility and can schedule docks proactively. Delays are down, throughput is up, and our dock crews are working much more efficiently.” – Warehouse Manager, Consumer Goods Facility

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How can PowerYard optimize my yard operations and drive profitability?

PowerYard streamlines yard management processes, shortens task durations, and enhances driver productivity, resulting in more efficient operations and increased profitability.

What return on investment (ROI) can I expect from using PowerYard?

By streamlining operations, reducing errors, and optimizing resource allocation, PowerYard provides a cost-effective solution that yields rapid ROI. Take advantage of our no-risk trial to experience the benefits firsthand.

What sets PowerYard apart from other yard management solutions?

PowerYard stands out with its comprehensive visibility, efficient task management, and hassle-free deployment. Our user-friendly interface and highly-configurable system offer flexibility to meet your specific needs, while keeping the focus on essential features that enhance productivity and reduce costs.

Is PowerYard compatible with our existing systems and technologies?

Yes, PowerYard is a versatile platform that can be easily integrated with your existing systems, such as transportation management systems (TMS) or warehouse management systems (WMS), enabling seamless data flow and enhanced operational efficiency.

How does PowerYard improve communication within the yard?

PowerYard enhances communication by empowering drivers with a comprehensive task queue and direct communication through the in-tool chat functionality. This reduces the need for radio chatter, minimizes interruptions, and fosters clear and efficient communication among yard personnel.

How does PowerYard improve task accuracy and accountability?

PowerYard ensures accurate and reliable yard inventory management, providing precise tracking of inventory and clear documentation of task completion. Accurate time stamps and task durations foster transparency and accountability, eliminating discrepancies and fostering improved relationships.

Can PowerYard handle high volumes of yard assets?

While,PowerYard is designed to handle yard assets of various volumes, making it suitable for businesses with both high and low asset volumes, its affordability and balanced technology (robust, but not overly complex) makes it particularly well-suited for yards with 1-4 tractors.

How can PowerYard reduce driver frustration?

PowerYard automates task assignment and provides clear, queue-based instructions, minimizing downtime and confusion.

Can PowerYard handle compliance requirements like CT-PAT?

Yes, PowerYard ’s customizable inspection forms ensure compliance for every transaction.

What makes PowerYard unique?

Our platform combines user-friendly design, full visibility, and rapid deployment (go-live in just four weeks) with no upfront infrastructure costs.

Major Distribution Center: Centralized Visibility & Reduced Detention

Challenge: Manual processes and scattered documents made it difficult to track trailers, manage dwell times, and schedule efficiently—causing delays and detention fees.

Solution: PowerYard unified tracking, dwell data, and gate activity in one real-time platform—reducing six systems to three.

Results:

* 50%+ reduction in detention fees

* Improved trailer scheduling via real-time dwell insights

* Saved three hours/day by eliminating manual data handling

Cold Chain Distribution Facility: Simplified compliance and custom data collection

Challenge: CT-PAT and audit requirements demanded manual data capture and custom forms.

Solution: Configurable Pre-Check Portal with digital recordkeeping.

Results:

* Trusted digital records for compliance

* 2 hours saved daily

* $36K in annual productivity savings

National Parcel Carrier: Validating detention with digital accuracy

Challenge: Inconsistent timestamps led to billing disputes and lost detention revenue.

Solution: Automated geo-stamped check-in/out data.

Results:

* 72% fewer invoice disputes

* More accurate billing

* $2M saved in detention overpayments

HVAC Manufacturerr: Trailer Hunt Time Cut in Half

Challenge: Loaders spent excessive time searching for trailers, disrupting dock flow. Lack of real-time tracking created inefficiencies in trailer allocation.

Solution: Real-Time Inventory Control and Optimized Trailer Pool Management

Results:

* Trailer hunt times reduced by 50%

* Significant gain in loader productivity

* Improved dock scheduling accuracy

E-Commerce Fulfillment Hub: Visibility without a gate

Challenge: No gates or structured check-ins left drivers guessing, causing inventory errors and delays.

Solution: Driver Pre-Check with real-time arrival/departure visibility.

Results:

* Off-hour events captured systematically

* Faster yard checks and WMS updates

* $36K in annual time savings

Major Distribution Center: Digitized gate operations

Challenge: Gate operations bogged down with manual processes, leading to significant delays during peak hours. Drivers often waiting 15+ minutes to check in.

Solution: PowerYard YMS enabled digitized gate transactions with real-time BOL submissions eliminated paperwork, manual entries, and errors.

Results:

* Gate check-ins reduced by 33%

* 20+ hours saved weekly

* Over $30K in annual savings

Cold Chain Distribution Facility: Simplified compliance and custom data collection

Challenge: CT-PAT and audit requirements demanded manual data capture and custom forms.

Solution: Configurable Pre-Check Portal with digital recordkeeping.

Results:
* Trusted digital records for compliance
* 2 hours saved daily
* $36K in annual productivity savings

Logistics Provider: Real-time task execution

Challenge: Manual logging and lack of site visibility caused delays and hindered real-time issue resolution. Drivers faced unclear instructions and frequent disruption.

Solution: Poweryard's Digital Yard Task Execution and Remote Monitoring to automate task logging and provide 24/7 operational visibility.

Results:
* Elimination of manual logging saved drivers 2 hours per shift
* Managers resolving issues proactively
* Improved yard efficiency and driver satisfaction

Large Distribution Yard: Eliminated gate guesswork

Challenge: Open yards with no structured check-in left drivers unsure where to go, causing inventory inaccuracies and delays.

Solution: Pre-Check Portal with real-time arrival/departure visibility.

Results:

* Full visibility to off-hour gate activity

* 2 hours saved daily on WMS updates

* $36K in annual labor savings

Consumer Goods Warehouse: Smarter dock assignments

Challenge: Without inbound visibility, docks were underutilized and plagued by late arrivals.

Solution: With PowerYard, real-time arrival data enabled proactive dock scheduling.

Results:

* Fewer dock delays and rework

* Better productivity for dock workers

* $36K in annual scheduling gains

Food Processor: Document Accuracy and Dock Flow

Challenge: Manual check-ins and document errors caused bottlenecks, disputes, and costly follow-ups.

Solution: Driver Pre-Check and Document Imaging from PowerYard enabled accurate data and BOL uploads before arrival.

Results:

* Check-in time reduced by over 30%

* $16K in labor savings + $8K in document error prevention annually

* $52K in annual dock scheduling improvements

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Warehouses and distribution‑centres

Streamline Yard Ops, Slash Dwell Time & Eliminate Check-In Chaos

Your Yard and Gate, Optimized

50% Faster Yard Checks

Lower Costs at Any Scale

Rapid Deployment

Bring Clarity and Control to Yard Operations

Optimize Your Yard, Gate, and Driver Tasks

Yard Visibility & Management

Gate Automation

Driver Pre-Check

Yard Visibility & Management

Gate Automation

Driver Pre-Check

Yard Visibility & Management

Gate Automation

Driver Pre-Check

PowerYMS: Yard & Dock Visibility

Problem

Solution

Real-time Tracking

Queue-based Task Management

Reefer Monitoring

Exportable History

PowerYard: Yard & Dock Visibility

Problem

Solution

PowerYMS Features

PowerYard provides real-time yard and dock visibility to:

PowerYard provides real-time yard and dock visibility to:

PowerGate: Gate Automation

Problem

Solution

Mobile Gate Attendant

Mobile Gate Attendant

Customizable Inspection Forms

Customizable Inspection Forms

On-site Asset List

On-site Asset List

Automatic Timestamps

Automatic Timestamps

Document Management

Document Management

Gate History Export

Gate History Export

PowerGate: Gate Automation

EZCheck-In: Driver Pre-Check

Problem

Solution

Direct Integration

Multi-Device Support

Real-Time Visibility

Automated Validation

Document Imaging

Key Benefits

Cut Wait Times

Reduce Labor Costs

Reduce Labor Costs

Eliminate Disputes

Eliminate Disputes

Real-Time Visibility

Real-Time Visibility

Problem

Solution

PowerGate Features

PowerGate reduces queues, cut disputes, and eliminate manual data collection for:

PowerGate: Gate Automation

Problem

Solution

Mobile Gate Attendant

Mobile Gate Attendant

Customizable Inspection Forms

Customizable Inspection Forms

On-site Asset List

On-site Asset List

Automatic Timestamps

Automatic Timestamps

Document Management

Document Management

Gate History Export

Gate History Export