With Police trying to stop theft of hot items such as catalytic converters and copper piping, many states are passing laws to regulate how scrap yards do business. With the new regulations, scrap yards are struggling to reach compliance because of lack of technology and outdated record keeping. Police are beginning to crack down, even arresting scrap yard owners who are not compliant with the law. Scrap Management System can help. Once installed on the yard, SMS can bring your yard into compliance within weeks. It is recommended by police in Kentucky and Tennessee, and is a growing presence in the scrap metal industry throughout the country.