platbricks® Yard Management & Time-Slot-Booking

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platbricks® Yard Management & Time-Slot-Booking

The platbricks® Yard Management enables precise monitoring and control of your premises: with coordinated and standardized time slot and yard management, vehicles can be called up as required, allowing you to avoid cost-intensive waiting times and therefore demurrage charges. Drivers can reserve ramps in advance and load or unload goods immediately after registration. This significantly reduces the time trucks spend on the premises and the waiting times.

Networking actors in the supply chain
Optimal planning through time slot booking
System-supported check-in and check-out

Managing entrances and exits, using ramps efficiently and minimizing waiting times are difficult to manage without an intelligent yard management system. Opt for yard management from platbricks® and take the logistics processes on your premises to a new level - for reliable, transparent and future-oriented logistics.

Networking of players in the supply chain

The integration of Yard Management enables a seamless exchange of information between suppliers, freight forwarders and warehouse operators. Relevant data such as arrival times, vehicle status and storage capacities are shared in real time, significantly improving transparency and coordination. This strengthens collaboration and increases efficiency along the entire supply chain.
Optimum planning thanks to time slot booking

The time slot booking ensures precise control of arrival and departure times, reducing bottlenecks and idle times. With access to real-time information, resources such as personnel and loading zones can be optimally planned and flexibly adapted to changes.
System-supported check-in and check-out

Automated systems, e.g. licence plate recognition by a hardware partner, speed up vehicle processing and synchronize the status directly with the WMS. A check-in terminal enables contactless registration of vehicle and driver in different languages. This reduces manual processes, enables quick adjustments in the event of disruptions and ensures a smooth flow of goods.

platbricks® Yard Management - Your Advantages

Higher ramp utilization

The previously agreed and scheduled time slots allow you to increase the utilization of your ramps and avoid idle and peak times.

Transparency in real time

Information on loading processes and vehicle locations gives you an overview of the overall situation on your premises at all times. You also receive key figures, for example on idle times or punctuality.

Cost reduction through better planning

Thanks to the agreed time slots and the systematic recording of vehicles, you can avoid cost-intensive idle and waiting times for vehicles and parking fees. In addition, you can plan your own processes better based on real-time information.

Reduced personnel expenses

Contactless registration of vehicles and drivers on your company premises reduces the need for personnel on the premises and facilitates communication with drivers in different languages.

Automated processes for deliveries and collections

Optimized slot booking and real-time updates significantly reduce waiting times. Targeted planning also improves the utilization of your parking spaces and reduces your vacancy rate. Digital check-in and check-out also reduces personnel costs for administrative tasks and lowers the administrative burden.

Simple onboarding

The intuitive operating concept of platbricks® Yard Management enables short training times and facilitates the onboarding of new suppliers and forwarders.

platbricks® Yard Management - Overview of Functions

With platbricks® Yard Management, you can digitize and control your plant logistics efficiently and flexibly, from time slot booking to truck dispatch.

The module covers all processes on the company premises - from vehicle registration to the management of parking spaces and ramps to the provision of goods.

Thanks to real-time status displays, interactive calendars and seamless integration into ERP and WMS systems, you always have an overview and can optimize your processes. Individually customizable and hardware-independent, platbricks® Yard Management offers a smart solution for increasing efficiency and reducing costs in your yard.

Functional overview of platbricks Yard Management (graphic)

platbricks® Supplier Portal

The supplier portal supplements platbricks with a central application for suppliers, in which they can clearly plan their deliveries, confirm quantities and delivery dates, book time slots and print labels - on mobile or desktop. At the same time, functions such as notifications, dashboards and a delivery calendar ensure an efficient and transparent delivery process for all parties involved.

Why Yard Management with platbricks®

Mapping of individual yard and dock processes through modular structure

Optimal integration into existing hardware landscapes thanks to the "any device" approach

Deep SAP integration (SAP EWM / SAP TM) as well as stand-alone solution or hybrid use possible

Available in a variety of languages "out of the box" and can easily be expanded to include additional languages

Seamless integration into your business by using the pay-per-use model

IoT integration possible with platbricks Edge Service

Driver connection via web app

Available as a cloud or SaaS solution

platbricks® Yard Management - Business Solution

The platbricks® Yard Management for all planning and execution activities.

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Yard Management - FAQ

What is a yard management system?

A Yard Management System (YMS) is a software solution that helps companies to efficiently manage the movement and storage of vehicles, containers and goods within a warehouse yard or logistics center. It enables precise monitoring and planning of arrivals, departures and storage to increase the efficiency of logistics processes.
What advantages does a yard management system offer?
A yard management system offers numerous advantages, including:
Increased efficiency: process automation reduces waiting times and shortens throughput times.
Improved visibility: real-time tracking of vehicles and goods enables better planning and decision-making.
Cost reduction: Optimized processes lead to lower operating costs and better use of resources.
Increased safety: precise monitoring of movements in the yard minimizes the risk of accidents and losses.
How does a yard management system optimize logistical processes?
A yard management system optimizes logistical processes by:
provides real-time data: Information about the location of vehicles and containers is updated in real time.
Processes are automated: Routine tasks such as planning arrival and departure times are automated, reducing human error.
Enables bottleneck analyses: By analyzing data, bottlenecks can be identified and eliminated before they lead to problems.
Integration with other systems: A YMS can often be connected to ERP and WMS systems, ensuring a seamless flow of information.
What are the characteristics of a good yard management system?
A good yard management system should have the following features:
User-friendliness: An intuitive user interface that enables easy operation.
Real-time tracking: the ability to track the status of vehicles and goods in real time.
Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to specific requirements and processes of the company.
Analytical functions: Tools for analyzing key performance indicators and identifying potential for improvement.
Integration: The ability to integrate with existing systems and technologies.
What functions does a yard management system have?
A yard management system typically includes the following functions:
Transport management: Planning and coordination of transport processes within the yard.
Real-time tracking: Monitoring of arrival and departure times as well as location data.
Storage bin management: Optimization of storage bin usage and allocation of parking spaces.
Reporting and analysis: Creation of reports for performance analysis and identification of trends.
Notifications and warnings: Automated alerts in the event of deviations from the planned processes.
By using a yard management system, companies can significantly improve their logistics processes and become more competitive.