Yard Boss

Yard Boss, developed by ALDATA Software, is a fiber supply management software suite designed to streamline the procurement process for industries reliant on raw materials such as raw timber, residual fiber, recycled stock, and biomass. According to the vendor, this software solution is suitable for businesses of various sizes, from small-scale operations to large multi-site forest products companies. Pulp mills, paper mills, woodyards, sawmills, and chip mills are among the professions and industries that can benefit from Yard Boss's features and functionalities.

Key Features

Automated Weigh Scale Software: According to the vendor, SMSTurbo enables drivers or scalers to process receipts quickly and accurately through a user-friendly touch screen interface or various other methods such as barcodes or swipe cards. It is designed to validate data entry against contract/order information, capture weights directly from the weigh scale, and integrate with the payment system.

Specially Designed for Fiber Supply Management: The vendor states that SMSYardBoss is specifically designed to manage fiber supply contracts and sales agreements for purchased/owned timber and open market contracts. It supports various payment methods, handles contract-specific or standard rate sheets, and allows for inventory management at actual or average costing.

Web-Based Software for Barcoded Trip Tickets: According to the vendor, Gate Pass is a web-based system that facilitates the creation of detailed barcoded trip tickets for customers and suppliers. It can be customized to match specific requirements, generate 2D bar-coded trip tickets containing all scale data, and accommodate special comments and delivery instructions.

Create Barcoded Trip Tickets with GPS in the Woods: The vendor claims that Custody Manager eliminates the need for extensive documentation and time-consuming field audits by providing proof of chain of custody. It manages trip tickets and scale data efficiently, withstands extreme conditions, and includes a GPS stamp for verifying chain of custody.

Implementation Services: ALDATA offers tailored implementation services, including business process review, project specifications, software configuration, training, and support. According to the vendor, their team ensures a smooth transition by providing assistance to IT staff, administrators, and superusers.

Custom Development: The vendor states that ALDATA's development team offers custom development services to adapt their base systems to meet specific client requirements. The process includes clearly identified project phases, deliverables, and responsibilities, ensuring quality control through formal communications plans and change management protocols.