What vehicle depots still struggle with the most today

When arrivals cannot be controlled, the company ends up paying out in several ways: hauliers charge for waiting time, staff spend the day coordinating, and missed time slots jeopardise delivery deadlines for customers. Chaos on the factory premises and in the warehouse ultimately takes its toll on costs, on‑time delivery and the nerves of everyone involved.

How fixed time slots and yard management ease the pressure on the entire yard

ELOGATE streamlines the entire yard handling process: booked time slots, digital self‑check‑in, controlled movements on site and a well‑informed warehouse. Instead of ad‑hoc coordination, handling runs to plan – and you can see what’s happening on site at all times. ELOGATE supports you with these modules:

Time slot management
Plannable docks – every time slot booked and managed digitally.
Yard Management
Complete control over everything that moves on the factory premises.
Loading equipment management
Full control over returnable pallets and containers.

The benefits of ELOGATE for you

Lower demurrage charges and shorter waiting times.
Higher throughput at the plant, without the need for additional docks.
On‑time deliveries for your customers.
Warehousing and loading operations run efficiently.
Smoother operations instead of stress on the dock.

FAQ on streamlining yard logistics

Fixed time slots and digital self‑check‑in. Service providers book their slot in advance, drivers check in themselves on arrival, and all movements on the site are managed – from entry to check‑out.

Time slot management schedules when a lorry arrives at the dock. Yard management controls what happens on the site afterwards – from entry to exit. Together, they ensure a seamless yard operation.

No. The driver checks in via their smartphone whilst in the vehicle or at a terminal – without the need for any additional hardware and without any extra work for your staff at the gate.

Yes. The booked time slots are automatically fed into the ERP and warehouse systems, so that the loading and warehouse teams know in advance who is arriving and when.

Returnable pallets and containers are recorded and logged at the dock. This ensures that the loading equipment cycle is properly documented, right at the point where the goods leave or arrive at the plant.

Experience your transport logistics just as they should be — automated and under control.

Request a demo