Vendors
Vendors are suppliers of non-transport purchases: fuel, parts, office supplies, services. For transport subcontracting use Carriers.
URL: /vendors · create /vendors/create
Key fields
| Field | Notes |
|---|---|
| Company name | Required |
| VAT number | Validated when possible |
| Default payment term | From Payment terms |
| Default GL account | From GL accounts |
| Default tax rate | From Tax rates |
| Invoice email | For incoming invoices |
| Status | active/inactive |
Use
- Costs from vendors are linked to cost lines on orders or shipments under C/R.
- Multiple addresses and contacts are supported, just like customers.
Vendor vs carrier
| Aspect | Vendor | Carrier |
|---|---|---|
| Used for | Goods & services | Transport |
| Linked to | C/R cost lines | Shipments, trips, C/R |
| Tariffs | No | Yes — see Tariffs |
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