Struggling to keep control of your yard?
Trucks waiting. Docks full. Phones ringing. Meanwhile, your team juggles Excel, radios, and guesswork – just to keep things moving. Every week small DCs and warehouses lose hours because of missing visibility, miscommunication, and manual planning.
- Where’s that trailer?
- Who’s at the gate?
- Which dock is free?
- Why do I only find out about issues when it’s too late?
With YMSlite, you gain finally the visibility you’ve been missing within minutes – without changing the way you work.
One View. Full Control.
- Real-time control of all yard operations
- Instant KPIs for smarter decisions
- Shared platform for complete yard overview
SMART Chassis Management
- Track dwell times and avoid detention costs
- Real-time visibility of available equipment
- Reduce idle time for any equipment
Better Arrival Planning
- Gate scheduling overview
- Spot potential bottlenecks early
- Coordinate docks and yard traffic to improve turnaround time
Be the First
to explore YMSlite as a
Pilot User
Now’s your chance to be part of the solution.
We’re launching our beta to make yard management smarter, simpler, and built around the real needs of small DCs and warehouses.
Join early. Test new features. Shape the future of YMSlite.
Why YMSlite Is the Right Solution for You
Backed by Decades of Logistics Expertise
INFORM builds practical software for real operations. Since 1969, we’ve helped logistics businesses improve everyday workflows, from simple digitization to advanced AI-powered optimization. Today, more than 1,200 employees support over 1,000 customers worldwide. Whether you run a small facility or complex network, our solutions are designed to fit your needs and deliver dependable results.
Everything you need – nothing you don’t
Gain instant visibility into every trailer, gate, dock, container and parking slot. With real-time yard monitoring and clear operations overview, your team always knows what’s where — and making smarter decisions about what comes next.
Key Highlights:
- All operations organized and controllable in one shared platform
- Real-time yard visibility for full transparency for all sites, devices and users
- Valuable KPI dashboard for smarter decisions
YArd and EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW
Keep your yard moving with fewer delays and faster turnaround times. Track dwell times, monitor available chassis and trailers, and reduce detention fees with real-time visibility. By keeping every piece of equipment in motion, you optimize yard flow and speed up every handover.
Key Highlights:
- Real-time visibility of chassis, trailers, and equipment
- Dwell time tracking to cut detention and demurrage fees
- Gain visibility into availability for faster turnarounds and more efficient operations.
Better Arrival and Dock PLANNING
Stay ahead of yard traffic with a real-time gate and dock overview. Pre-register incoming trucks to speed up check-ins and reduce idle time. Easily assign trailers to available docks — and keep everything moving by spotting bottlenecks early and tracking every move in real time.
Key Highlights:
- Gate scheduling and truck pre-registration to speed up check-ins
- Smart assignment to docks, parking slots or bulk areas
- Tracking of arrivals and departures
Be the first to explore YMSlite
Don’t wait for the official launch – be among the first to explore YMSlite and help shape a platform built specifically for small and mid-sized warehouses and distribution centers. As a pilot user, you'll get:
- Free access throughout the entire beta phase
- Fast, cloud-based setup – ready to use in under an hour, no technical expertise required
- The chance to influence the final product with your real-world feedback
FAQ
Here you'll find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about YMSlite features and our services.
YMSlite is built for distribution centers, warehouses, and 3PLs that need better yard visibility without the complexity or cost of a full-scale enterprise system. It’s ideal for small to mid-sized operations looking to streamline trailer movement, gate check-ins, and dock scheduling with an easy-to-use, cloud-based platform.
YMSlite provides all the essentials for effective yard management, including:
- Real-time trailer tracking
- Gate check-in/check-out management
- Dock door scheduling
- Live yard visibility dashboard
- Carrier and spotter coordination
- Reporting and KPI tracking
Implementation is fast and straightforward – most customers are up and running within a few hours. Because YMSlite is cloud-based, there’s no complex installation or long configuration process required.
Yes. Our team provides guided onboarding and live support to ensure your operation sees value from day one. We also offer quick-start resources, walkthrough videos, and ongoing customer support.
No hidden fees — and no long-term commitments. YMSlite is offered with flexible pricing so you can scale based on your operation’s size and needs.
Absolutely. We offer a free trial so you can explore the platform, test its features, and see firsthand how it improves yard visibility and efficiency before making any commitments.
We continuously improve YMSlite based on customer feedback. Updates are rolled out automatically, ensuring you always have access to the latest features and enhancements — with zero downtime.
Most users notice measurable improvements in trailer visibility, gate turnaround, and yard flow within the first week of use. Because YMSlite focuses on simplicity, results come fast.
YMSlite is a standalone solution designed to improve yard visibility and control without requiring integration into existing TMS or ERP system. It’s built for quick deployment and ease of use, so you can start managing your yard operations right away without IT involvement.
Yes — YMSlite gives you full visibility and control over both inbound and outbound movements, allowing you to track trailers, schedule docks, and reduce bottlenecks across your entire yard.