Create a New Unit (Video)

Create a New Unit (Video)

Introduction

This article explains how new units or equipment (such as tractors, trucks, and trailers) can be added in EMDECS.

Video Walkthrough

Click on the square at the bottom right-hand corner to view the video in full screen mode.


Create a New Unit: Step-by-Step Walkthrough

Units are created and managed from the Unit Master screen in EMDECS.  Follow these steps to add a new unit:
  1. Open the Fleet menu and select Unit Master.


  2. The Unit Master will open to the Units tab.  Click on New Unit.


  3. The new unit needs to be linked to the equipment owner.  Search for an owner in the Search Owner field.  Alternatively, you can click on New Owner to add a new unit owner to your system.

    Use the Select button to select an owner from the list.


  4. Fill out the new unit details and then click OK at the bottom oft he screen to save the new unit.  Note - if the unit should b e tied to a PM group or SRT group for service programs, ensure that the appropriate options are selected form the drop down lists.

 


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