In Carrier TMS, the bulk import feature allows you to add multiple trucks into the system through a .csv file. You will need to fill out a template file with your trucks’ information and import the data to Carrier TMS via .csv upload. 

This article will cover: 

• Downloading the trucks’ import template file
• Formatting cells
• Uploading the import file to Carrier TMS
  
  

To download the trucks’ import template file:

1. On your left dashboard, go to Settings > General Settings > Bulk Import
2. On the Bulk Import page, select the import type trucks
3. Download the trucks’ import template by clicking on Download Template

The template will be downloaded and saved to your computer under the filename “trucks-import-template”.

To format the trucks’ import template file:

1. Open the trucks-import-template file and delete rows 2 - 4.
2. Reference the table below of cell formats and required/optional fields while filling out the template.

Important: Please do not change the column header names. Changes made to the column headers will prevent the system from matching the correct fields to upload the trucks’ data.

To upload the trucks’ import template file:

1. Save the file as a .csv file.

2. Navigate back to the trucks’ bulk import page > click Upload File

3. A list with the truck’s information from the .csv document will appear on the bottom of the page. Check if everything is correct and click Import Trucks on the top right of the page.

The trucks’ profiles will be added in Carrier TMS. If you are experiencing issues uploading the template, please send a copy of the trucks’ import template file to the support team for further assistance.