What is DC Outbound Smoothing?

DC Outbound Smoothing evens out the peaks and valleys on your dock by sequencing orders, waves, and carrier appointments so work is balanced by hour and door. It staggers pick/pack/replenishment, aligns yard moves, and trailer availability, and releases freight in a flow that fits labor and equipment limits. The payoff: shorter dwell, fewer congestion-driven delays, better carrier turns, and plans that actually execute under real constraints.