This survey is the cornerstone of C3 Solutions’ 2027 State of the Industry Report, building on 2025 and 2026 editions to track how the landscape of dock and yard management is evolving. As supply chains face growing demands for efficiency, visibility, resilience, and seamless coordination, your participation will help identify the challenges, priorities, and opportunities shaping the industry's future.

The report will examine the following key areas:

• Operational Challenges: Identify persistent and emerging challenges in dock and yard operations, including manual processes, labour constraints, peak demand, and supply chain disruptions.
• Tools and Gaps: Evaluate existing systems and identify gaps in visibility, integration, automation, and operational efficiency.
• Technology and Innovation: Explore how organisations are using technology to improve scheduling, coordination, decision-making, and overall operational performance.
• Transportation Planning: Understand how businesses manage fleet operations, inter-site transportation, and vehicle movements, including current practices and opportunities for improvement.
• Future Trends: Examine evolving technology priorities, sustainability considerations, and plans for adopting new solutions.
• Industry Benchmarks: Establish updated benchmarks, track year-on-year developments, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, resilience, and return on technology investments.

Thank you for sharing your experiences and insights. Your contribution will help shape the 2027 industry benchmarks and provide practical guidance for supply chain and logistics professionals navigating an increasingly complex operating environment.