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How to Add a Shift: Overview

Learn how to add a shift using the web or mobile app, and choose the right shift type for your job.

Introduction

Adding a shift in FleetWatcher means setting up the details of a job — including where it's happening, when it’s running, and how it should be tracked. Whether you're paving, milling, or hauling, this guide helps you find the right method to get started.


Navigation

To access this feature:

Go to: MMS > Shifts > Add/Edit Shifts (for web)

or open: FleetWatcher Mobile App (for mobile users)


Shift Creation Options

Web Browser

Mobile App


Start Here First


Choosing the Right Shift Cycle Type

FleetWatcher offers two main shift types:

Type

Use When...

MMS Shift

You’re hauling material from a defined Source to a defined Destination (e.g., plant → paver)

CMS Shift

You’re moving material inside a project without a defined Destination (e.g., excavator loading dirt)


Additional Setup & Advanced Options

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