Carriers Management Documentation
Overview
The Carriers section in the OMS allows you to manage all carrier accounts used for shipping orders. This includes both active carrier accounts that are already configured and new carrier accounts that can be connected to your system.
Navigation Path: Settings > Carriers
URL: https://oms.bettercommerce.io/Setting/Carriers
Active Carrier Accounts
Manage all of your carrier accounts you use to ship orders. These are carriers that have been previously configured and are ready for use.
Currently Active Carriers
| Carrier | Status | Description | Action | Logo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RoyalMail | Active | "We have a range of services to help you manage your post, which you can access from the comfort of your own home" | Edit | RoyalMail branded |
Managing Active Carriers
Edit Carriers
To modify an existing active carrier:
- Access: Click the "Edit" button next to the carrier name
- URL Pattern:
/Setting/CarrierDetail/{carrier-id} - Example: For RoyalMail:
https://oms.bettercommerce.io/Setting/CarrierDetail/3632ba39-4d88-4721-9546-30d2ea719dce
Delete Carriers
- Current Status: No explicit delete functionality is visible in the main interface
- Note: Deletion may be available within the carrier detail/edit page or through administrative controls
Connect A New Carrier Accounts
Purpose
Manage all of your carrier accounts you use to ship orders. This section displays available carriers that can be configured for your system.
Available Carriers for Configuration
| Carrier | Type | Description | Action | ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PayAndPickup | Pay and Pickup service | - | Configure | d64184b4-6e01-ec11-b1b4-000d3a211cf7 |
| TNT | Express delivery service | - | Configure | 64e5dfce-14c0-4f6e-b175-2ab22b23d719 |
| OS Default Carrier | Default system carrier | - | Configure | e32f7b8e-0ede-4086-bcef-5eea411d0512 |
| First Flight | Air cargo service | - | Configure | 5831d518-a19b-4e5b-83e5-7ec555422b99 |
| Standard Delivery | Standard shipping service | - | Configure | 79a74891-5695-4fe9-8c5b-8275993cd9fe |
| AVN | Logistics service | - | Configure | a1acf807-75ba-405d-9f1f-843c28750795 |
| TLES | Logistics service | - | Configure | 0358b69f-9f31-404b-ba17-a9f8ed155f82 |
| DPD | Parcel delivery service | - | Configure | ff7e2589-6e9f-4caa-a8b2-b47f3e346bd2 |
| HTOP | Logistics service | - | Configure | 211fe90c-d78f-498d-885f-b79f794d38ee |
| Customer Arranged | Customer-managed delivery | - | Configure | 6c43dc65-470a-4815-9f7d-cfded6f78a1b |
| UPS | Integrated transportation network | "Worlds largest integrated transportation network with technology that helps you track the deliveries that mean everything to your bottom line." | Configure | 60cd43a7-3b5e-4285-b533-d62157f68126 |
| Hermes | Parcel delivery service | - | Configure | 273909ae-421e-49e9-ac2e-d7c28d074a24 |
| FedEx | Express delivery and logistics | "We provide solutions to fit your specific needs. Our solutions cover specialized handling and validated cost-effective packaging, secure shipping and supply chain management and ensure your shipment is delivered on time." | Configure | ccd93d67-ffe0-49d4-88cf-e176a81a0c11 |
| OTHR | Other/Generic carrier | - | Configure | 5ff10867-aa78-4245-b131-eb20eaa40cb5 |
Configuring New Carriers
To configure a new carrier:
- Access: Click the "Configure" button next to the desired carrier
- URL Pattern:
/Setting/CarrierDetail/{carrier-id} - Process: This will take you to the carrier configuration page where you can set up:
- API credentials
- Service settings
- Shipping options
- Rate configurations
- Integration parameters
Key Features
Search Functionality
- Search Bar: "Search for a carrier to link" - allows you to search through available carriers
- Location: Located in the "Connect A New Carrier Accounts" section
Visual Elements
- Carrier Logos: Each carrier displays its branded logo for easy identification
- Status Indicators: Clear distinction between active and configurable carriers
- Action Buttons:
- "Edit" for active carriers
- "Configure" for new carriers
Navigation
- Breadcrumb:
Settings > Carriers - Integration: Part of the main OMS settings module
User Permissions
- Access Level: Requires appropriate permissions to access Settings module
- Current User: PR (as shown in top-right corner)
- Organization: BetterTools (Current)
Technical Notes
URL Structure
| Purpose | URL Format |
|---|---|
| Main Page | /Setting/Carriers |
| Carrier Detail Page | /Setting/CarrierDetail/{carrier-id} |
| Base Domain | oms.bettercommerce.io |
Carrier IDs
Each carrier has a unique identifier (UUID format) used for configuration and management purposes.
This documentation provides a comprehensive overview of the Carriers management functionality, including how to view active carriers, edit existing configurations, and set up new carrier accounts for order fulfillment.