Managing Technology Through Parts Store Management Systems
Connectivity has always been important in distribution, but the Internet has changed how essential connectivity really is.
Dealership Parts Departments and Parts Sourcing Decisions
Are you being one-upped by your local dealership parts department?
My Kingdom For a Caliper, Part II
First it was an availability issue. Then it was a cataloging problem. Both situations resulted in lost sales for the store.
Dealership Parts & Service Takes Aim at the Aftermarket
Would you sell parts to your competitor? In all probability, you already do.
Communication is the Key
What percentage of parts are sourced from the OE dealer? To the aftermarket, the percentage is high – too high.
A Distribution Rebirth
The rebirth of the Authorized Jobber has forever changed the dynamics of the distributors role in the aftermarket.
Charging Up Ignition Part Sales
Consider all the SKUs your store has to carry just in spark plugs, and you can see how ignition system parts are fast becoming a complicated line to manage.
Looking Back, Looking Forward
The more things change in the automotive distribution business, the more they stay the same.
Customizing Dealer Inventories
It’s important for stores to think about more than just-in-time delivery. Different types of dealer inventories should never be ignored.
Being Better Shouldn’t Be So Hard
There’s a definite love/hate relationship between the parts store and the manufacturer’s rep. With a little effort, we can make it a win/win relationship!