Free checklist — Multi-location fleet operators
The Multi-Location Fleet Account Onboarding Checklist
30 required steps across 4 phases. Use this checklist to standardize fleet account setup across every location and every account manager — so nothing gets missed before the first service call.
Phase 01: Fleet account intake and stakeholder assignment
Complete before creating the account or assigning service capacity.
- Collect legal business name, tax ID (EIN), and billing address
- Confirm fleet account type: corporate, government, wholesale, or independent
- Identify fleet manager (primary contact) and their direct contact details
- Identify billing/AP contact separately — do not assume the same person
- Identify safety or compliance contact if applicable (DOT-regulated fleets)
- Confirm preferred invoicing method: PO-based, net terms, or card on file
- Record expected monthly service volume and vehicle count
- Assign an internal account owner and set account activation target date
Phase 02: Vehicle and asset data collection
Collect per-vehicle data before any service is scheduled.
- Collect VIN for each vehicle in the fleet
- Record license plate number, state, and registration expiration date
- Record vehicle year, make, model, and trim for service planning
- Note current odometer reading or hours (for planned maintenance scheduling)
- Capture existing maintenance history or last service date if available
- Record driver assignment for each vehicle (or 'pool' if unassigned)
- Note any active recalls, known issues, or priority vehicles
Phase 03: Compliance documents and signed agreements
No services should be rendered until all documents in this phase are complete.
- Collect certificate of insurance — verify coverage dates and minimums
- Collect copy of state motor carrier operating authority if applicable
- Collect signed fleet service agreement (MSA or equivalent)
- Collect signed rate schedule or pricing addendum
- Collect completed credit application if net terms are requested
- Collect ACH authorization or payment card on file if applicable
- Collect W-9 for tax reporting if required by your state
- Confirm receipt of all documents and log submission date with timestamp
- Internal review: all compliance items approved before activation
Phase 04: Account activation and kickoff readiness
Final checks before the account goes live and the first service is scheduled.
- Verify all required steps in Phases 1–3 are complete (no open items)
- Create the account in your service management or DMS system
- Set up billing profile: terms, PO requirements, invoice delivery method
- Send account activation confirmation to fleet manager with first-service instructions
- Schedule first service visit or confirm fleet manager has booking access
- Notify service team: new fleet account activated, account tier, and any notes
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