Why Staying With the Wrong System Is Costing You More Than You Think
You’ve already invested in your current system — the servers, the team training, the workflows. We get it. Making a switch feels like going backwards.
But here’s the truth most yards avoid:
Staying stuck is the most expensive decision you’re making right now.
The best operators are no longer just switching systems — they’re future-proofing their operations.
“We were leaving money on the table every day.”
Joey Ballew of RTP (Road Tested Parts) didn’t plan on switching either. But after taking a closer look, he realized their old system was slowing them down.
“We were leaving money on the table every day. YardSmart helped us clean up our operations and scale faster than we thought possible.”
Whether you're running a single yard or managing multiple locations, the cost of outdated systems adds up — FAST.
The Real Cost of Standing Still
If you’re still relying on server-based or legacy systems, here’s what you may be losing:
Time and labor inefficiencies: Rework, system bottlenecks, and slow training
Lost sales from unanswered calls or poor quoting speed
Risk exposure: Lack of real-time backups and growing ransomware threats
Limited access: You’re tied to a terminal or reliant on workarounds
Downtime from server issues: Especially costly when your team is idle
Even if your current setup seems cheaper — when you factor in these operational losses, the numbers tell a different story.
Try the ROI Formula for Yourself
Let’s break it down.
Say your yard has 4 team members, each making $20/hour, working 40 hours/week.
Now imagine just a 10% increase in productivity using a more efficient system like YardSmart.
That’s:
4 people × 40 hours × 52 weeks × $20/hr × 10%
= $16,640 saved per year
Even if there’s a 2–3 week learning curve, that’s a net win before Q2.
And that doesn’t even include increased sales, less stress, or better training for new hires.
👉 Try the ROI Calculator Formula and see your numbers.
# of people × # of hours × 52 weeks × $X/hr × Y% increase in productivity
Why Groups and Growth-Minded Yards Are Switching
Anywhere, anytime access from any device — no more terminal dependence
Faster onboarding with clean UI and personalized support
Data protection with secure, cloud-native architecture
Scalable for multi-yard groups — control who sees what across locations
You stay in control — customize access without adding risk
One yard operator told us:
“YardSmart is now the backbone of how we sell and serve our customers. Honestly, we haven’t even tapped into everything it can do yet — and it’s already making us better.”
You Don’t Have to Rush — But You Can’t Stay Still
Switching doesn’t have to be chaotic.
We’ll walk your team through it, with real support — no bots, no guesswork.
Whether you're curious or just exploring what’s out there, we’ll help you compare your options and make the smart move when you’re ready.
P.S. If you’re managing multiple locations or planning a future transition, we’ll show you how other yards scaled smart — and how you can too.
