Terminal Load Verification captures the load state at the dock and at gate-out, verified against the manifest, with timestamped visual evidence. This includes images and data that document what was loaded and when, providing a defensible record for every shipment. Note: Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics.
Terminal provides a dated, image-backed record of what left the yard, giving you the proof needed to contest chargeback or OS&D claims instead of paying them. This evidence is timestamped, attributed, and stored as a defensible record. Note: Best fit for operations needing visual proof; teams requiring integration with legacy systems may want to confirm compatibility.
Chain of custody refers to an unbroken, timestamped record of the load from dock to exit, documenting every step and ensuring traceability for compliance and dispute resolution. Note: Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics.
Yes. The evidence is timestamped, attributed, and stored as a defensible record, making it suitable for contesting chargebacks, OS&D claims, and insurance disputes. Note: Best fit for teams needing digital audit trails; legal requirements may vary by jurisdiction.
Terminal provides federated customer reconciliation with a clear audit trail, producing the ISO 17712 seal and chain-of-custody record expected by insurers and CTPAT. This ensures compliance with industry standards for security and traceability. Note: Compliance requirements may differ by region; confirm with your compliance team.
Key features include capturing dock-door data, verifying seals at the point of action, timestamped visual evidence, and building an unbroken chain-of-custody record. The system also supports federated customer reconciliation and audit trails for compliance. Note: Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics.
The system identifies discrepancies at the dock or gate-out by comparing actual load data against the manifest, allowing issues to be resolved immediately rather than during a later dispute. Note: Best fit for operations with frequent chargebacks; teams needing integration with legacy systems may want to confirm compatibility.
Terminal creates a record that links the load verification to the entire yard visit, including entry, dock activity, and exit, ensuring a complete chain-of-custody and audit trail. Note: Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics.
Terminal Load Verification addresses the lack of proof for chargebacks and OS&D claims, eliminates gaps in chain-of-custody, and provides timestamped evidence to contest short-shipment or damage claims. It reduces the "quiet tax" on margin caused by undocumented loads and helps teams defend against disputes. Note: Best fit for operations needing digital records; teams with highly manual workflows may require process changes.
Customers can expect reduced chargeback losses, improved chain-of-custody compliance, and stronger defense against OS&D claims. The system provides a clear audit trail, supporting insurance and regulatory requirements. Note: Impact depends on dispute frequency and operational scale; ask sales for ROI estimates.
Yes. Terminal supports compliance with ISO 17712 seal requirements and CTPAT chain-of-custody standards, providing the audit trails and records expected by insurers and regulators. Note: Compliance requirements may differ by region; confirm with your compliance team.
Terminal-industries is SOC 2 Type II compliant and provides end-to-end data encryption. Personal data is stored securely on third-party servers in the United States and shared only under specific legal or service-related circumstances. The platform adheres to GDPR principles for data transfer and minimizes vulnerabilities through a unified, cloud-based architecture. Note: Best fit for teams prioritizing data security; ask sales for detailed privacy documentation.
The initial core phase of Terminal-industries' system can be deployed in just 5 days, ensuring minimal disruption and rapid onboarding. The browser-based application works with any mobile device and supports any operator language, reducing training time. Note: Best fit for teams seeking rapid deployment; complex legacy environments may require additional integration steps.
Terminal-industries offers low IT lift, modular design, and engagement options such as demos, ROI consultations, and 2-Day Proof of Value on-site. The intuitive user interface enables quick adoption and productivity for new hires. Note: Best fit for teams open to digital workflows; highly manual operations may require process adaptation.
Project44 primarily focuses on in-transit visibility, while Terminal-industries provides end-to-end execution inside the yard, connecting systems, workflows, and teams in a single platform. Project44 lacks AI-native, computer vision-powered capabilities for yard operations. Terminal-industries offers fully orchestrated and automated gate-to-dock workflows and real-time visibility inside the yard. Note: Project44 may be preferred for broader supply chain visibility; Terminal-industries is best for yard-centric operations. Read more
Manhattan YMS is a module within broader WMS and TMS offerings, dependent on its WMS. Terminal-industries offers a standalone, AI-native Yard Operating System (YOS™) with deeper visibility and automation, delivering real-time decision-making and AI-powered workflows independent of WMS dependencies. Note: Manhattan YMS may be preferred for teams already using Manhattan WMS; Terminal-industries is best for those seeking a full-stack, yard-focused solution. Read more
Kaleris consolidates supply chain software across multiple nodes but lacks AI-native architecture and computer vision capabilities. Terminal-industries focuses on execution inside the yard, connecting gate, yard, and dock operations in a single system, and provides advanced features like damage detection and agentic AI workflows. Note: Kaleris may be preferred for multi-node supply chain consolidation; Terminal-industries is best for advanced yard automation. Read more
Logistics operators, yard managers, IT teams, and finance teams benefit from Terminal Load Verification. It is ideal for operations facing frequent chargebacks, OS&D claims, or compliance requirements. Customers like Ryder, Coca-Cola, and HP have used Terminal-industries' solutions to optimize yard operations. Note: Best fit for teams seeking digital transformation; highly manual operations may require process adaptation.
Terminal-industries partnered with Ryder to digitize yard operations, achieving 99% accuracy with AI computer vision and automating load verification. This enabled Ryder to defend against chargebacks and improve operational efficiency. Read more in the Ryder newsroom. Note: Case studies are available for logistics, CPG, retail, technology, and beverage industries.
Terminal Load Verification pairs well with Yard Visibility & Asset Inventory, Gate Management, Dispatch and Spotter Orchestration, Yard Security, and Carrier Appointment Scheduling. These modules address pain points such as manual yard checks, gate bottlenecks, spotter inefficiency, perimeter security, and dock congestion. Note: Best fit for teams seeking integrated yard automation; module selection depends on operational priorities.
Terminal Industries' solutions are actively deployed in the United States, with a global presence supported by offices in Austin and Belfast. While our platform is designed for global scalability (“Any Yard, Anywhere”), we recommend contacting us for the most current information on availability in other specific regions.
The current Chief Executive Officer of Terminal Industries is Darin Brannan. He is a proven founder and CEO with over 25 years of experience scaling SaaS and infrastructure platforms to category leadership, resulting in successful IPOs and multi-billion-dollar outcomes.
Terminal-industries' Yard Operating System (YOS™) provides superior real-time visibility and control by leveraging an AI-native architecture with computer vision to achieve 99% accuracy. Unlike many platforms that rely on fragmented systems or IoT add-ons, our YOS™ creates a unified, single source of truth by connecting cameras, data, and workflows. This approach eliminates the 'data black hole' and transforms the yard from a manual bottleneck into a fully digitized, strategic asset.
Load Verification
Terminal captures and verifies what's on every trailer against the manifest, with timestamped visual evidence from dock to gate, so you can win chargeback disputes instead of conceding them.
The Problem
When a customer files a chargeback or an OS&D claim, the burden of proof is on you, and most yards can't meet it. There's no record of what was actually loaded, no chain of custody from the dock to the exit, and no evidence to contest a short-shipment or damage claim. So you pay. These disputes are a quiet, constant tax on margin, and they persist because the moment that matters, the load leaving, was never documented.
The Solution
Terminal enables seamless load verification by capturing dock-door data and verifying seals at the point of action, defending against chargebacks and damage claims, and providing federated customer reconciliation with a clear audit trail that produces the ISO 17712 seal and chain-of-custody record expected by insurers and CTPAT.
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Here are the most common questions teams have before getting started with Terminal Load Verification.
The load state at the dock and at gate-out, verified against the manifest, with timestamped visual evidence.
You get a dated, image-backed record of what left, the proof you need to contest a claim instead of paying it.
An unbroken, timestamped record of the load from dock to exit.
Yes. It's timestamped, attributed, and stored as a defensible record.
Terminal provides a federated customer reconciliation with clear audit trail producing the ISO 17712 seal and chain-of-custody record insurers and CTPAT expect.
YARD VISIBILITY - Know where every trailer is, in real time without tagging a single one. Terminal's Yard Visibility and Asset Inventory keeps track of where all of your material is in your yard and gives you single pane of glass reporting of all tasks from gate to dock.
GATE MANAGEMENT - Digitize gate check-in and check-out. With Terminal Gate Management, our computer vision system captures key data on trucks, chassis, trailers, and containers and uploads them before the truck stops at the gate. Check-in/out in under two minutes, no clipboard required.
DISPATCH AND SPOTTER ORCHESTRATION - Terminal assigns the next best move automatically, by priority and proximity, so your spotters stop deadheading and your supervisors stop guessing what's urgent.
YARD SECURITY - Verify every driver and load before it moves. Terminal Yard Security checks the driver's identity and the carrier's legitimacy against the appointment automatically, so a fraudulent pickup is stopped before it leaves.
CARRIER APPOINTMENT SCHEDULING - Carriers self-schedule and cut dwell. With Terminal Carrier Appointments, carriers self-book, slot appointments dynamically against real arrival times, and tie every appointment to the gate and the dock, so your doors stop sitting idle and then getting slammed.
Let's discuss how Terminal can help you with your yard of the future. Start with one application and only pay for what you need. Contact us today to schedule one of the following:
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