For decades, facility decision-makers have worked to make the loading dock a safer and more efficient component of their shipping and receiving operations. Today, however, it’s not enough. Instead, numerous factors have combined to make dock security a top priority for companies throughout North America.

The primary force behind the renewed emphasis on security are the terrorist attacks. In the world of materials handling, the attacks have accelerated and amplified the need for security throughout the supply chain. At the same time, traffic managers continue to report thefts of semi-trailers from their yards. But rather than react to the potential terrorist acts or theft, a growing number of companies have implemented security measures to protect their operations.

One area that requires close scrutiny is the loading dock, based on the simple fact it is an entry point into a facility. What’s more, a theory is gaining acceptance among many decision-makers that the loading dock is more than just another doorway to a facility.  It is also an area where materials are exchanged inclusive of hazardous materials.

The key to managing the loading dock is a focus on the vendors.  Our system manages the list of vendors. etc.

Easily check-in vehicles and allocate time needed to unload freight. Allow guards to schedule deliveries with password protected access.

Capture and store license plate information.Guards may identify delivery trucks by their license plate, and securely store that information in our system.

Maintain a complete list of expected arrivals, track time on the loading dock and bay assignments, and notify tenants upon arrival and departure of all scheduled deliveries.

Create a network of frequently used vendors and easy schedule single occurrence, round-trip, and recurring deliveries.

Access downloadable reporting of all building activity.

Maintain a complete daily manifest of expected arrivals and access a complete history of all deliveries. Easily download reports from a specific date range, vendor, or tenant.

Monitoring

Loading Dock Monitoring offers a state-of-the art security solution for commercial real estate. The program  monitoring authorizations, reviewing requests for deliveries and managing vehicle traffic. This is done in  real-time by professional security professionals.

This can be used to reduce crime before it takes place.When our offsite security personnel notice suspicious activity on your property, they can notify the local authorities before any malicious actions take place.

The loading dock is more than just a dock. It is a vulnerable entry point into a facility where raw materials and products are exposed to terrorist acts and theft.

Any facility with a loading dock is susceptible to security threats if docks are left unwatched and abandoned.