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C3 Solutions Presents: Everything you need to know about purchasing and implementing a Yard Management System

By Annie Ngo

September 11, 2017

Yard Management Practical Guide
2 min

C3 Solutions, an information technology company specialized in yard management and dock scheduling systems announces the release of its latest White Paper: Everything you need to know about purchasing and implementing a Yard Management System – Practical Guide

Recent technological advances have allowed for the evolution of Yard Management Systems into a solution that almost any company can benefit from. These systems now offer much potential for operational efficiency, cost savings and an improved bottom line.

This practical guide aims to help inform the decision to implement a YMS, from investigation, to scoping, to vendor selection and implementation:

  • Who needs a Yard Management System
  • Specific areas where YMS can optimize operations
  • What to look for when evaluating a YMS
  • Vendor evaluation checklist
  • ROI considerations
  • Blueprint for a successful implementation

 ’Our wish is to provide our readers with valuable insights and educative content to assist them in addressing their yard management challenges and offer guidance on their path to a YMS implementation.’’, states Greg Braun, Senior VP Sales & Marketing at C3 Solutions.

 

 

About C3 Solutions
C3 Solutions is an information technology company specialized in yard management (YMS) and dock scheduling (DSS) systems. Since its founding in 2000, C3 has gained the confidence of clients around the world and across many industries including retail, grocery, distribution, manufacturing and parcel post.

Headquartered in Montreal (QC), Canada and privately owned, C3 is dedicated to developing, implementing and supporting the most complete yard management and dock scheduling products on the market today. For more information on C3’s products, schedule a free on-line demonstration. http://www.c3solutions.com

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