Yard Management Services for Efficient Operations

Yard Management Built for Flow, Visibility, & Control

The yard is where transportation, warehousing, and scheduling collide. Capstone’s Yard Management Services help operators streamline trailer flow, reduce dwell time, and maintain visibility across inbound and outbound activity. Our teams support safe, organized, and efficient yard operations that keep freight moving and docks operating at peak performance.

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Yard Management Solutions

Transform yard activity from reactive to proactive with experienced personnel, proven processes, and real-time coordination.

Yard Marshalling

Keep trailers, shuttles, and vehicles moving safely and efficiently.

  • Yard jockey / hostler services
  • Trailer/vehicle placement and retrieval
  • RFID tracking for real-time location
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Gate & Check-In Management

Improve security and reduce congestion at entry points.

  • Carrier check-in/out processes
  • Trailer and seal verification
  • Arrival scheduling support
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Dock Coordination & Flow Control

Align dock operations with transportation schedules and actual arrivals.

  • Real-time door assignment management
  • Live load / drop trailer coordination
  • Prioritization based on operational needs
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Yard Visibility & Process Optimization

Bring structure and accountability to yard operations.

  • Yard audits and standardization
  • KPI tracking (dwell, turn times, utilization)
  • Process improvement recommendations
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Yard Management Services at a Glance

Capstone brings operational discipline and real-time technology to one of the most overlooked areas of the supply chain: the yard. Our Yard Management solution serves as the connection between transportation scheduling, warehouse operations, and carrier communication, helping eliminate delays that impact throughput and service.

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Safety-Driven Operations

Safe movement and clear accountability reduce risk.

  • Trained yard personnel
  • Continuous communication
  • Site safety alignment
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Efficiency & Throughput Focus

Reduce wasted time and improve dock utilization.

  • Faster trailer turns
  • Reduced detention and congestion
  • Improved dock availability
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Operational Visibility

Know where trailers are and what’s happening next.

  • RFID tracking of trailers
  • Rescheduling on the fly
  • Cross-functional communication
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Fully Integrated Technology

Gain visibility across your entire inbound process.

  • Integrates with your technology stack
  • Instant dock visibility for early/late arrivals
  • Easy reshuffling during unexpected congestion

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Yard Management that Connects Transportation and Warehousing

The yard is often the first sign of operational pressure — and the first opportunity for improvement. Capstone’s Yard Management Services help operators reduce bottlenecks, improve communication, and maintain smooth trailer flow between carriers, yards, and docks.

Our teams understand live logistics environments and work as an extension of your operation to:

  • Improve dock utilization and reduce congestion
  • Increase visibility into trailer status and movement
  • Support transportation scheduling accuracy
  • Improve handling of early/late arrivals
  • Reduce detention time and operational delays

By taking advantage of Capstone’s yard management solution, you gain:

  • Proven Expertise: 40+ years managing end-to-end warehouse operations, including highly complex environments.
  • Operational Expertise: Decades managing warehouse and transportation operations
  • Performance-First Approach: Focused on measurable throughput and efficiency.
  • Integrated Solutions: Yard operations aligned with transportation and warehouse performance and the technology systems you already own.
  • Flexible, Responsive Services: Built to scale with demand and seasonality.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is yard management in logistics?

Yard management focuses on controlling trailer movement and activity within a facility’s yard to improve dock flow, visibility, and transportation efficiency.

Why is yard management important?

Poor yard organization leads to dock delays, detention fees, and communication breakdowns. Effective yard management improves throughput and keeps freight moving efficiently.

Can yard management integrate with transportation and warehouse operations?

Yes, and in fact our yard management solution is designed for this purpose, so you get real-time visibility across your entire network. In practice, this means if you have a no-show arrival, yard teams can retrieve a trailer early for unloading; or if you have an early arrival, visibility into the dock allows you to easily see if there is availability for unloading.