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For Smarter, Safer, and Streamlined Yard Management

Digitize gate operations and enhance driver productivity with the user-friendly, easy-to-deploy PowerYard Yard Management System (YMS).

Request a demo to experience the PowerYard YMS risk-free. 

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Streamline Operations and Enhance Yard Safety

PowerYard is a is a cloud-based yard management system (YMS) designed to:

  • Enhance Driver Productivity: Eliminate manual errors and shorten trailer hunt times by 50%
  • Optimize Operations: Improve efficiency with automated task management and real-time tracking
  • Prioritize Safety: Reduce driver interruptions, eliminate radio chatter, and enhance compliance

Why Teams Choose PowerYard

Clear Visibility and Efficiency
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Shorten yard checks by 50% and keep drivers in motion with queue-based tasks.

Cost-Savings
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A yard with 250 weekly arrivals achieved over $85,000 in annual savings through faster gate processing and reduced detention fees using PowerYard. 

Unmatched Safety
Anti Radio Chatter

Reduces driver interruptions, errors (by 15%+), and frustration. The system queues up tasks directly on drivers’ tablets, so reduces distracting radio chatter

Cold Chain Assurance
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Monitor reefer temperatures and eliminate off-temp losses.
Accountability and Quality
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Capture every task with time-stamps to reduce disputes. Drivers get it right the first time with two-way communication and real-time feedback through built-in exception management and comments. 

Easy to Deploy and Use
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Requires no upfront investments in RFID tags, readers, or the need to Wi-Fi enable your yard. 'Kick-off’ to ‘go-live’ is typically four weeks, with drivers up-to-speed and using the system with 10-minutes of training.

Real Yards, Real Results,

See how PowerYard is reshaping yard operations across industries
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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
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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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HVAC Manufacturer

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

Even more PowerYard TMS results...

  • 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

  • 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

     
  • 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

Optimize Yard Operations with Automation, Visibility, and Cost Efficiency

Supply Chain Integration

Seamless Integration

Layer PowerYard onto any TMS or WMS system without requiring additional IT support.

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Real-time Monitoring

Gain full control over trailer yard management, driver tasks, gate transactions, and dock scheduling.

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Proactive Issue Resolution

Identify and resolve delays before they impact operations.

Choose the PowerYard Plan that Matches Your Needs

PowerYard is designed to scale with your operations, whether you're just getting started or managing a complex multi-site yard. 

Feature
PowerYard Essentials
Core Yard Visibility & Task Management

PowerYard Pro
Advanced Gate Features & Digitized Transactions

PowerYard Enterprise
Full OTR Driver Pre-check & Integration

Web Portal Access: Access anytime, anywhere without limits or per-seat charges
Streamlined Gate Essentials: Fast, error-free vehicle check-ins and check-outs 
Efficient Yard Task Management: Assign, monitor, and track yard tasks with real-time visibility into every step
Clear Task Instructions: Avoid miscommunications and errors with precise, queue-based task details—no radios required
Digital Yard Task Execution: Timestamp and log every yard task for accountability and transparency
Effective Yard Checks: Quickly add/depart assets with immediate and automatic updates made to inventory records
Real-Time Inventory Control: Gain instant visibility into yard assets for improved inventory accuracy and management
Optimized Trailer Pool Management (FIFO): Right-size trailer pools and manage them with precision 
Precise Reefer Temp Checks: Ensure goods stay within temperature requirements with accurate reefer monitoring
'Export to Excel' Reports: Generate and export detailed operational data into Excel for in-depth analysis
Yard/Dock Spot Management: Easily allocate and manage yard and dock spots for maximum efficiency
Task History View and Export: Review detailed task history and export data for deeper operational insights
Yard Check History View and Export: Access and export comprehensive yard check history for informed decision-making
Digitized Gate Transactions: Simplify and speed up gate transactions with fully digitized processes

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Mobile Gate Attendant: Gate attendants use mobile devices to interact with drivers anywhere in the yard

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Simplified Check-In/Out: Ensure smooth vehicle entry and exit from the yard with streamlined procedures

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Customizable Inspection Form: Enter any physical inspection attribute (OSD, Seal #, Pallet Count, Driver Name/CDL/Cell, etc.)

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On-Site Asset List: Quickly reference a comprehensive list of on-site assets for operational efficiency

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Effortless Data Entry into WMS: Click to Copy feature enables 'no typing' data entry into Warehouse Management Systems

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Tractor and Trailer Timestamps: Log precise arrival and departure times for tractors and trailers automatically

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Document Management: Save and manage important documents like seals and damage images within the check-in record

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Gate History View and Export: View detailed gate activity history and export for informed action planning

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Driver Pre-Checks (into PowerYard or WMS): Pre-emptively resolve potential issues by checking drivers before they arrive

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Driver Self-Check-In: Drivers can perform self-check-in using their phones, a kiosk, or a tablet, reducing gate staff requirements

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Boosted Inbound Visibility: Improved tracking of inbound vehicles to enhance logistics and yard management

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Real-Time Driver Chat: Communicate directly with drivers in real-time while eliminating calls to the dispatcher. 

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Validate/Edit Driver Records: Update and validate driver records for enhanced data accuracy

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Gate Inspection and Authorization: Conduct fast and efficient gate inspections and authorizations for incoming vehicles

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Document Imaging: Seamlessly store and manage documents such as BOLs, PODs, lumper invoices, OSDs, etc.

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Driver Surveys: Collect in-depth feedback from drivers to improve yard operations and services

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"We're saving 20 hours a week at the gate. You can tell that PowerYard was built for operators--not just IT teams..." - RDC Operations Lead

PowerYard Essentials

Visibility and Control


$89/year/device*

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  • Web Portal Access: Always-on, no seat charges
  • Streamlined Gate Essentials: Check-In/Out made easy
  • Efficient Yard Task Management: Create, execute, and monitor yard tasks; visibility into task status
  • Clear Task Instructions: Eliminate miscommunications and errors, enhance efficiency, no radio interruptions
  • Digital Yard Task Execution: Timestamped and paperless
  • Effective Yard Checks: Add/depart asset
  • Real-Time Inventory Control: On-site visibility
  • Optimized Trailer Pool Management (FIFO): Right-size trailer pools
  • Precise Reefer Temp Checks: Set point, actual readings
  • Export to Excel' Reports: Easy data analysis
  • Yard/Dock Spot Management: Efficient allocation
  • Task History View and Export: Valuable retrospective
  • Yard Check History View and Export: Informed decisions

PowerYard Pro

Advanced Gate Management


$99/year/device*

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  • Web Portal Access: Always-on, no seat charges
  • Streamlined Gate Essentials: Check-In/Out made easy
  • Efficient Yard Task Management: Create, execute, and monitor yard tasks; visibility into task status
  • Clear Task Instructions: Eliminate miscommunications and errors, enhance efficiency, no radio interruptions
  • Digital Yard Task Execution: Timestamped and paperless
  • Effective Yard Checks: Add/depart asset
  • Real-Time Inventory Control: On-site visibility
  • Optimized Trailer Pool Management (FIFO): Right-size trailer pools
  • Precise Reefer Temp Checks: Set point, actual readings
  • Export to Excel' Reports: Easy data analysis
  • Yard/Dock Spot Management: Efficient allocation
  • Task History View and Export: Valuable retrospective
  • Yard Check History View and Export: Informed decisions
  • Digitized Gate Transactions: Streamlined gate processes
  • Mobile Gate Attendant: Attendant can take cell or wifi-enabled tablet to driver
  • Simplified Check-In/Out: Smooth entry/exi
  • Customizable Inspection Form: Enter any physical inspection attribute (OSD, Seal #, Pallet Count, Driver Name/CDL/Cell, etc.
  • On-Site Asset List: Quick references
  • Effortless Data Entry into WMS: Click to Copy' and paste (no typing)
  • Tractor and Trailer Timestamps: Arrival, departure
  • Document Management: Save document/seal/damage images to check-in record
  • Gate History View and Export: Informed actions

PowerYard Enterprise

Driver Portal



  • Web Portal Access: Always-on, no seat charges
  • Streamlined Gate Essentials: Check-In/Out made easy
  • Efficient Yard Task Management: Create, execute, and monitor yard tasks; visibility into task status
  • Clear Task Instructions: Eliminate miscommunications and errors, enhance efficiency, no radio interruptions
  • Digital Yard Task Execution: Timestamped and paperless
  • Effective Yard Checks: Add/depart asset
  • Real-Time Inventory Control: On-site visibility
  • Optimized Trailer Pool Management (FIFO): Right-size trailer pools
  • Precise Reefer Temp Checks: Set point, actual readings
  • Export to Excel' Reports: Easy data analysis
  • Yard/Dock Spot Management: Efficient allocation
  • Task History View and Export: Valuable retrospective
  • Yard Check History View and Export: Informed decisions
  • Digitized Gate Transactions: Streamlined gate processes
  • Mobile Gate Attendant: Attendant can take cell or wifi-enabled tablet to driver
  • Simplified Check-In/Out: Smooth entry/exi
  • Customizable Inspection Form: Enter any physical inspection attribute (OSD, Seal #, Pallet Count, Driver Name/CDL/Cell, etc.
  • On-Site Asset List: Quick references
  • Effortless Data Entry into WMS: Click to Copy' and paste (no typing)
  • Tractor and Trailer Timestamps: Arrival, departure
  • Document Management: Save document/seal/damage images to check-in record
  • Gate History View and Export: Informed actions
  • Driver Pre-Checks (into PowerYard or WMS): Streamlines processes, resolve issues prior to driver arriva
  • Driver Self-Check In: Via phone, kiosk, or tablet; reduce gate staffing requirements
  • Boosted Inbound Visibility: Improved tracking
  • Real-Time Driver Chat: Communicate with no radio chatte
  • Validate/Edit Driver Records: More accurate data
  • Gate Inspection and Authorization: Simplified checks
  • Document Imaging: Seamless storage of BOL, POD, lumper invoices, OSD, etc.
  • Driver Surveys: Gather valuable feedback

PowerYard is for…

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Warehouses and distribution center operators, including 3PLs, that need to optimize the movement of trailers and containers within their yards.
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Retailers with large distribution centers that manage high volumes of inbound and outbound shipments.
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Chemical and hazardous materials manufacturers and distributors that require specialized yard management solutions to comply with safety regulations.
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Manufacturing companies looking for efficient yard management solutions to improve supply chain operations.
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Ports and intermodal facilities that require real-time visibility and control over their assets.
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Shipping and transportation companies such as trucking companies, railroads, and ocean carriers, that operate large shipping yards.

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