SAP EWM Yard Management
LogisticsDefinition
SAP EWM Yard Management is a feature within SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) that helps manage and optimize yard operations, including the handling of trailers, vehicles, and containers in a warehouse environment.
Detailed Description
SAP EWM Yard Management provides tools for the efficient control and tracking of activities in a warehouse yard. It plays a critical role in managing the complex logistics processes involved in the arrival, departure, and loading/unloading of goods at warehouse facilities. This includes managing gate operations, assigning yard bins, and optimizing the placement and scheduling of resources such as ground vehicles. It integrates closely with other SAP logistics solutions to provide real-time visibility and control over yard activities.
Key Features
- Gate management for efficient check-in and check-out of vehicles
- Integration with SAP EWM for seamless logistics operations
- Resource management for yard vehicles and personnel
- Scheduling and monitoring of yard tasks
Common Modules
SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM)
A warehousing solution offering flexible, automated support for processing various goods movement and managing stock in the warehouse.
SAP Transportation Management (TM)
Helps to manage freight, improve logistics processes, and ensure compliance with transportation regulations.
Popular Implementations
Implementation in a Large-Scale Distribution Center
A global retailer implemented SAP EWM Yard Management to streamline its yard operations, leading to a significant reduction in truck idle times and improved coordination between yard and warehouse operations.