Yard planning

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Yard planning is the systematic design and optimization of the outdoor area of a logistics facility (the yard), including yard layout, vehicle circulation routes, parking and staging areas, access to docks, safety considerations, and capacity utilization to improve throughput, cost efficiency, and process quality.

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