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ACE eManifest Details Page

The central workspace for managing, tracking, and transmitting U.S. truck manifests.

Main Workspace Country: United States (CBP)

Overview

The ACE eManifest Details Page is the central hub for managing U.S. truck manifests in BorderConnect. From this single dashboard, you can build your trip, add shipments, generate driver paperwork, transmit data to CBP, and monitor real-time status updates.

You will return to this page frequently while building, reviewing, and tracking each manifest.

The ACE eManifest Details main workspace

How to Reach This Page:

Saving a new ACE manifest.
Clicking Back to ACE Manifest from a shipment page.
Selecting View from the ACE Manifest Search Page.
Using the "Recent Manifests" shortcut links below the main menu bar.

Main Function Buttons

Main action buttons on the ACE eManifest Details Page

The action bar at the top of the page controls the manifest's lifecycle.

Button	Purpose	Typical Use
Edit	Modify trip details (Trip #, Port, ETA).	Fixing arrival times or correcting port codes.
Sync with CBP	Transmit data to Customs.	Sending original manifests or amendments.
Print	Generate driver lead sheets.	Printing standard, detailed, or QR code coversheets.
Fax / Email	Send paperwork digitally.	Sending copies directly to drivers or terminals.
Track	Configure email/SMS alerts.	Monitoring specific urgent loads for release.

Driver Paperwork & QR Codes

ACE Driver Lead Sheets

BorderConnect supports all standard ACE driver copy formats, ensuring your drivers have the specific documentation required by CBP officers. Choosing the right format can significantly reduce processing times at the primary inspection booth.

Standard Lead Sheet: The industry-standard barcode sheet containing the Trip Number and essential conveyance details. Perfect for high-volume carriers with standard loads.
Detailed Lead Sheet: Includes a comprehensive breakdown of all shipments associated with the trip. This is highly recommended for LTL (Less-than-Truckload) carriers who may need to verify individual PAPS numbers for the officer.
QR Code Format: The most modern iteration, utilizing high-density QR codes for faster scanning. This format is increasingly preferred at major ports of entry as it is more resilient to printing smudges and easier for handheld scanners to read.

Pro Tip: Digital Copies

While physical copies are required, many CBP officers now accept the QR Code format directly from a driver's tablet or smartphone screen, providing a reliable backup if a printer fails at the terminal.

Status and History

This panel provides real-time visibility into the manifest’s status with CBP.

Section	What It Shows	Why It Matters
Details	Trip number, port, ETA, current status.	Confirms the live state of the manifest (e.g., "Complete Manifest on File").
History	All transmissions and CBP responses.	Provides proof of the 1-hour prior notice, arrival times, and release messages.

Truck Section

Every ACE manifest must include a truck. Validation warnings will appear here if required data (like DOT number or Seal) is missing.

Action	Purpose
Quick Assign Truck	Type a Unit Number to instantly load a saved truck profile.
Assign Truck	Opens a search list to find a truck profile manually.
Add Seal	Enter seal numbers for the truck/container.
Set IIT Status	Declare Instruments of International Traffic (e.g., empty racks/pallets).

Trailer Section

You can add one or multiple trailers to a manifest.

Action	Purpose
Quick Assign Trailer	Fast lookup by Unit Number or Plate.
Change / Remove	Swap or delete the trailer from the trip.
Add Seal	Record trailer seal numbers (critical for CTPAT).

Driver & Passenger Section

All vehicle occupants must be reported. If you add shipments later, the consignee address can automatically populate the driver's "US Address" field if needed.

Action	What It Does
Quick Assign Driver	Fast lookup by Driver Name or ID.
Assign Passenger	Add additional occupants (co-drivers, etc.).
Address	Enter the U.S. destination address (Required for non-FAST drivers).

Shipment Section

Every ACE manifest must list all shipments on board (unless empty).

Action	Use Case
Create New Shipment	Build a brand new shipment from scratch and attach it here.
Quick Assign Shipment	Type a Shipment Control Number (SCN) to attach an existing shipment.
Detach	Remove the shipment from this trip but keep it in the system (e.g., if moved to another truck).
Delete	Permanently remove the shipment record.

Advanced Options

Hidden Sections (Show All)

Clicking Show All reveals advanced tracking tools including:

Documents: Upload bills of lading or invoices.
EDI History: View raw data transmissions.
Change Log: Audit who changed what and when.

Comments

Comments are internal notes (not sent to CBP) useful for dispatchers.

Use Case: "Driver delayed due to weather" or "Spot check required."