Vehicle yard Management

Vehicle Yard management: smooth processes and maximum efficiency

The complex processes at a car terminal require an intelligent system to efficiently manage your employees, the terminal and the vehicles.

Our software helps you stay on top of things and automate terminal operations.

Streamline Vehicle Yard Operations with INFORM Software

Vehicle yard management refers to the coordination and control of vehicle storage and movements within dedicated facilities, where finished vehicles are temporarily stored before being transported to their final destination. Effective yard management is critical for ensuring the timely and safe delivery of vehicles, reducing delays, and optimizing space and resources.

With our specialized vehicle yard management software, automotive companies can efficiently plan, monitor, and streamline the complex operations involved in yard management. The solution helps optimize storage, minimize vehicle handling times, and improve overall logistics efficiency from the moment vehicles arrive at the yard until they leave for their final delivery.

Gain visibility & control 

  • Full visibility of all vehicles - their location, condition and process status - through optimized recording of all processes.
  • Cost savings of up to 30 percent through optimal utilization of existing human and technical resources.
  • Improve quality by standardizing processes and reducing vehicle damage.
  • Improve on-time delivery and reduce cycle times by organizing loads and orders for the day and for the future.
  • Real-time reporting and analysis of key business metrics.
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Benefit from our Vehicle yard management solution 

  • Forward Planning
    Weekly and daily planning of individual vehicle deliveries and pick-ups at the terminal. In addition, intelligent control and optimized utilization of existing human and technical resources.
  • Real-time information
    Comprehensive real-time view of all parking positions, vehicles and orders in the yard, as well as loading activities at the vehicle terminal.
  • Optimized Parking Positions
    Assignment and storage of the optimal parking position for each individual vehicle, taking into account the modalities and time requirements for delivery, storage and onward transportation.
  • Automated communication
    Web platforms and standard interfaces for fast and smooth communication with business partners.
  • E-gate functionality
    Electronic and autonomous check-in and check-out for delivery and collection by truck.
  • Integrated Technical Center
    Fully integrated technical center for on-time maintenance and modifications.
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Information material

INFORM Trend Report in IT in Vehicle Logistics 2024

Transforming Vehicle Logistics: Pivotal Role of IT and AI

This study presents a comprehensive analysis of the evolving landscape in vehicle logistics management, with a special focus on the impact and integration of information technology (IT).

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Success Stories

Want to learn more about how our solutions work in the real world? Then you have come to the right place!

ICO puts its vehicle logistics in the pole position

ICO has set itself high goals: The goal is to operate the best Ro/Ro terminals in the world for quality, safety and cost awareness. To achieve these goals and put the improvement programme into practice, ICO has implemented the Software-based project "Terminal Operating System (TOS) Implementation".

Success Story: Port of Pireaus

Port of Piraeus vehicle logistics goes digital

Success Story: VW Mexico

VW de México realized their vision for a highly integrated approach to vehicle logitics.

Success Story: VW Mexico

VW realizes efficient vehicle logistics with INFORM

Success Story: Auto1 Yard Management

Auto 1 Group implements INFORM Yard Management System at first German production center

Success Story: Höedlmayr

Hödlmayr optimizes internal vehicle logistics processes with INFORM.

Success Story: Kaufmann

Kaufmann optimizes vehicle logistics with INFORM's software solution

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Events

Nov 19-20, 2024 | Brussels, Belgium

ECG - Training: Sustainability and carbon emissions accounting for vehicle logistics

Join us at the first Training: Sustainability and carbon emissions accounting for vehicle logistics, that will take place at the Tangla Hotel, Brussels. We are excited to announce that INFORM is joining as a Silver Sponsor, demonstrating our commitment to innovation in logistics, decarbonisation and finished vehicle solutions.

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Aug 11, 2015 // Luisa Walendy

New car logistics - when cars are travelling

Puebla, Veracruz, Antwerp, Emden? What a route! But this is not the extraordinary pyramid tour of Dutch emigrants, but the exemplary distribution chain of German new cars.

May 23, 2024 // Zdravka Ley

Yard management software boosts sustainable economic growth in logistics

Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) number 8 "Decent Work and Economic Growth" of the UN Sustainable Development Goals comprises two resolutions that may sound contradictory in view of many working conditions worldwide.

Nov 21, 2023 // Matthew Wittemeier

Unpacking Gender Equality in Logistics, Australia is in the driver’s seat.

My journey into the world of gender inclusivity started in 2020 when Dr. Eva Savelsberg, Senior Vice President of INFORM's Logistics Division, and I co-founded "Women in Maritime" to highlight the incredible contributions of women in the maritime industry.

Jul 25, 2017 // Ruud Vossebeld

The impact of vehicles on automotive logistics

Tesla is starting production of its new Model 3. It is currently assumed that the basic version of the electric car will cost about $35,000 in the USA.

Nov 22, 2016 // Luisa Walendy

5 tips for vehicle yard operators

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