We are the Nation’s Premier Yard Management Provider.
From coast to coast, TCI delivers yard management solutions that propel operational efficiencies to new heights. Our technology-driven approach seamlessly integrates cutting-edge tools to revolutionize how yards operate – from optimized trailer spotting and intelligent dock scheduling to invaluable asset visibility and tracking. No other provider can match TCI’s impact in unlocking new frontiers of productivity and profitability.
National Scale. Local Expertise.
As a family-driven company, we’re dedicated to leading the logistics industry across the United States. From Fortune 500 companies to local businesses, TCI provides unparalleled logistics services with our national reach and local touch. With a fleet exceeding 3,500 trucks and over 1,200 logistics professionals, we offer customized, reliable yard management solutions for a wide range of industries. TCI blends the power of a vast network with the precision of personalized service, ensuring every client receives top-tier support.
Comprehensive Yard Management.
TCI’s Comprehensive Yard Management covers every aspect of efficient operations – precise trailer spotting, strategic shuttling between docks/yards, meticulous trailer pool management, equipment maintenance, advanced real-time visibility/reporting tools, and customized KPIs for continuous improvement. Partnering with TCI means investing in a strategic relationship laser-focused on operational excellence through our expertise and commitment to driving continuous improvement.
Realizing Transformative Benefits.
At TCI, safety comes first through expert staff training and stringent protocols that mitigate risks for a secure environment. Our customized solutions ensure unmatched efficiency gains – reducing yard congestion, accelerating turnaround times, and providing detailed analytics. Cost savings are realized via decreased idle times, optimized trailer utilization, and streamlined operations. We also provide flexible scaling to match demand fluctuations. Partner with TCI for a strategic path to logistical excellence centered on efficiency, cost control, and sustainability.
“At TCI, we’re dedicated to revolutionizing yard management by prioritizing safety, efficiency, and client satisfaction. Our team’s expertise guarantees unparalleled service.”
Fred Virga, VP Sales/Dedicated Logistics
TCI Transportation
Transform Your Yard Operations
Advanced Technology Integration
TCI’s Yard Management Services utilize cutting-edge technology to offer unmatched real-time visibility and tracking, alongside automated dock scheduling, ensuring every operation is optimized for efficiency. This technological prowess enhances operational adaptability, making logistics seamless across complex supply chains. Our YMS is the foundation for a responsive system that’s ready to meet today’s dynamic logistics challenges head-on, ensuring your business remains competitive.
Operational Efficiency and Cost Savings
Optimizing yard operations through services such as trailer spotting, gate management, and load sequencing streamlines critical processes, reducing unnecessary delays and turnaround times. This leads to improved resource utilization and operational savings. Our approach is designed to refine your yard’s performance, turning logistical challenges into opportunities for growth and efficiency.
Customized Solutions and Expertise
TCI differentiates itself by providing customized yard management solutions crafted from our deep logistics expertise and understanding of unique business needs. Our strategic partnership approach goes beyond mere service delivery; it aims at transforming your operations to achieve peak operational excellence. By focusing on continuous improvement and tailored strategies, we ensure your yard management not only meets but exceeds industry standards, setting you up for long-term success.
Intelligent Yard
Optimization
Yard Mapping & Layout Optimization
Revolutionize your yard efficiency with our expertly designed solutions that strategically optimize space usage and streamline workflows. By employing sophisticated analytics, we identify and implement the most effective layout configurations, significantly reducing turnaround times. This not only maximizes operational throughput but also directly enhances your bottom line. Embrace a tailored approach to yard management that elevates efficiency and operational performance, setting a new standard in logistics optimization.
Dock Scheduling & Door Assignment
Transform your loading dock operations with our advanced scheduling system, designed to reduce congestion and wait times. By utilizing cutting-edge technology, we dynamically assign docks based on real-time operational demands, facilitating smooth and efficient transitions for incoming and outgoing cargo. This approach not only improves dock utilization but also increases overall productivity, making every transition seamless. With our solution, you can expect a more efficient, productive, and streamlined dock operation that aligns with your logistics goals.
Truck/Trailer Tracking & Management
Enhance your logistics with Samsara’s Connected Operations Cloud, offering advanced tracking and management to provide instant fleet visibility, optimize asset use, reduce downtime, and deliver insights for smarter decisions. Essential for fleet management, dispatch operations, ELD compliance, and document imaging, it integrates with McLeod for seamless real-time dispatch and automation. The technology not only improves driver experience and ensures DOT compliance but also boosts transparency and trust by enhancing management and customer visibility, granting immediate fleet access.
AI Dash Cams for Advanced Fleet Safety
This integrated system combines cloud-connected dash cams with sensors and various services to ensure unparalleled safety and efficiency on the road. Leveraging advanced AI, it analyzes driver head positioning to monitor attention levels, ensuring drivers remain focused on the road. It offers real-time vehicle monitoring, maintaining safe distances and speeds while on the move. It’s also capable of detecting street signs and identifying potential distracted driving behaviors, such as cell phone use. This comprehensive approach to fleet safety marks a significant leap forward in utilizing technology to create safer driving environments.
TCI is One of the Largest Authorized Kalmar Ottawa Dealers.
TCI takes pride in being a premier authorized dealer of Kalmar Ottawa, providing a wide array of terminal tractors that cater to various operational needs, including DOT/EPA compliant, Off-Road models, and the pioneering Lonestar SV Electric Terminal Tractor. Our extensive range covers purchase, leasing, and rental options, all supported by full-service contract maintenance and specialized yard management services. And we are committed to meeting the evolving demands of our clients with solutions that emphasize efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.
The Future of Fleet Operations
Introducing the Kalmar TX Electric Yard Tractor
TCI is excited to introduce the Kalmar TX Electric Yard Tractors, a game-changer in sustainable yard management. These electric yard tractors are at the heart of our initiative to provide environmentally friendly, efficient, and cost-effective solutions for yard operations. Offering two different models, we deliver over 22 hours of continuous operation with just two hours required for a full charge, ensuring your operations are always running smoothly.
When you’re ready, we’re here to support your journey to greener yard operations with our zero-emissions fleet, expert guidance, and a robust inventory of electric solutions. Together, we can transform your yard management practices for a sustainable, efficient future.
- Maximizing Operational Savings Transition to TCI’s electric yard tractors and unlock over $120,000 in CORE Voucher Savings, leading to significant cost reductions and enhanced operational efficiency.
- Achieving Innovative Efficiency Boost your yard’s efficiency with TCI’s electric yard trucks, featuring an 82,000 lb capacity and industry-leading charge times, for superior productivity.
- Facilitating a Seamless Transition TCI ensures your move to electric tractors is smooth, offering end-to-end support for an easy upgrade to more sustainable, efficient operations.
TCI’s Sustainable Fleet Services
EV Acquisitions
Accelerating Sustainable Fleet Transitions
As the transportation industry navigates the shift towards sustainable practices, TCI’s EV Acquisitions service positions your fleet at the forefront of this transition. Our specialized team guides you through every stage of procuring electric vehicles (EVs) and installing charging infrastructure. We streamline sourcing processes, leverage OEM partnerships for priority allocation, and secure funding incentives. TCI manages all complexities, from vehicle shop drawings and spec confirmations to infrastructure planning and implementation. With our expertise, you can confidently incorporate EVs into your operations while optimizing sustainability initiatives and capitalizing on the economic benefits of electrification.
WAIRE Assistance
Ensuring Compliance to Avoid Costly Penalties
The WAIRE program demands meticulous preparation and reporting from fleets operating at applicable rail yards and intermodal terminals. TCI’s WAIRE Assistance service provides comprehensive support to keep your fleet compliant. Our team conducts thorough facility evaluations to develop customized plans outlining emission reduction measures for each location. We coordinate submissions, documentation, and regular reporting required by WAIRE regulations. Additionally, TCI collaborates with you to implement approved compliance strategies and leverages our acquisition services to transition to electric equipment. By entrusting your WAIRE compliance needs to our experts, you can operate without disruptions while contributing to critical emission reduction goals.
Environmental Sustainability Initiatives
TCI champions environmental sustainability, implementing practices that reduce emissions and conserve resources. From offering Electric Yard Tractors like the Lonestar SV to optimized routing that minimizes fuel consumption, our commitment to green logistics is evident. We work diligently to lessen the environmental impact of yard operations, supporting your sustainability objectives. Partner with TCI for a yard management solution that not only enhances efficiency but also contributes to a sustainable future.
Safety and Compliance Management
TCI’s Yard Management emphasizes safety and compliance, integrating strict protocols to ensure a secure yard environment. Our specialized training and adherence to regulations reduce operational risks, maintaining a safe workspace. Continuous monitoring and technology-driven solutions uphold compliance, demonstrating our commitment to safety as a fundamental aspect of efficient yard management. With TCI, elevate safety standards and ensure your yard operations meet all regulatory requirements.
TCI’s yard management expertise completely transformed our operations. Their technology integration and process optimization delivered impressive efficiency gains and cost savings.”
– Janice D., Logistics Manager
3 Reasons to Choose TCI for Your Yard Management
Efficiency
At TCI, we elevate your operations by significantly reducing wait times, ensuring a swift, productive workflow that enhances overall efficiency and meets your logistical targets.
Safety
Our commitment to safety means implementing rigorous protocols to minimize risks, ensuring a secure environment for both personnel and cargo within the yard.
Flexibility
TCI prides itself on adaptability, offering customized solutions that precisely meet your fluctuating demands and unique operational requirements, ensuring seamless logistics management.
Innovation, Growth, and the Future of Yard Management.
As the leader in yard management solutions, TCI continues to grow through innovation and strategic expansion. Our success is built on advancing technology, expanding services, and enhancing operational efficiency for clients nationwide. As we look ahead, TCI is committed to driving industry innovation, ensuring our position as a key partner in our clients’ success and setting new standards in logistics excellence.
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