Finding your equipment at Ritchie Bros. yards just got easier

Whether you’re inspecting equipment before a sale or picking up purchases after an auction, we know that your time is valuable. That’s why Ritchie Bros. is introducing Asset Location Management (ALM) across North American auction sites. It’s a new system designed to make finding your equipment in our yards faster, simpler, and more efficient.

In the past, equipment often moved multiple times before pickup, which could lead to delays and frustration. With ALM in place, assets remain in their assigned location throughout the entire process.

• Faster access to your equipment
• Less confusion and fewer delays during inspection and pickup
• Improved safety thanks to reduced yard congestion
• Better customer service as staff can quickly guide you to your item

Here’s how Asset Location Management works

With ALM, every piece of equipment will now have a designated lane and spot assignment in the yard. Clear signage will mark each lane at both ends, helping you quickly navigate to the exact location of your asset.

• Assigned asset locations from inspection through pickup
• Clear lane signage to guide you directly to your equipment
• Consistent yard layouts that improve efficiency and flow

Proven results from pilot sites

We piloted ALM at several locations — including Edmonton, Montreal, Orlando, and Phoenix — and the results were overwhelmingly positive:

• Buyers found their equipment faster, often without needing assistance
• Shuttle drivers could take customers directly to the correct lane and spot
• Yard and sales staff had more time for core responsibilities
• Customers reported a smoother, more professional yard experience

As one customer put it: “It felt like I wasn’t wasting time — I knew exactly where to go.”

A better yard experience, every time

ALM is rolling out across our North American sites now. You’ll soon start to see:

• Signage at yard entrances and along lanes
• Lane and spot information displayed on your release tickets and online
• Improved flow in yards during inspection and pickup days

This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to make it easier to do business with Ritchie Bros. By creating organized yards with clear wayfinding, we’re helping you save time, reduce frustration, and get back on the road faster.

Stay tuned for updates as ALM continues to roll out across all our auction sites.

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