CVSN to Honor Eight ‘Century Club’ Members
The Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network (CVSN) is introducing a new recognition program at its 2012 Summit to honor member companies that have been in business for 100 years or more.
Federated Auto Parts Becomes a Brembo Distributor
Federated’s network of 4,200 stores will offer Brembo’s premium brake rotors.
Executive Interview with Kathleen Schmatz, President and CEO, Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association
Kathleen Schmatz is president and chief executive officer of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA). Before being named president and CEO on Jan. 1, 2004, Schmatz served as executive vice president. She joined AAIA after 30 years with Babcox Media. Schmatz is a nationally recognized advocate of the automotive aftermarket and a sought-after speaker and presenter. She is frequently interviewed by the media, appearing on the NBC “Today” Show, MSNBC and in The New York Times. In today’s Executive Interview, Schmatz talks about the recent growth and retention rate of AAIA membership, what she’s most proud of from her tenure as CEO and also provides her thoughts on the status of the Right to Repair bill in Massachusetts.
Build Team Finalized for SEMA Mustang Build Powered By Women
Vehicle transformation began yesterday and the finished vehicle will debut Oct. 31 at the 2012 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
NAPA Auto Parts Joins Forces with Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund
Company launches new fundraising effort to honor and support men and women of the Armed Forces.
California Bill Aimed at Restricting Access to Certain Aftermarket Parts Voted Down
Failing to pass the California Assembly Floor yesterday by a vote of 29 to 25, with 41 votes needed to pass, SB 750, which is sponsored by BMW, sought to exempt automakers from providing electronic key code information to locksmiths, requiring motorists to contact the automaker, and the automaker, to get a replacement key for their vehicle.
More Than Half of Executives Won’t Check in With the Office During Summer Vacation; Major Shift From Two Years Ago
The survey found that 51 percent of CFOs interviewed said they do not check in with the office at all while on vacation. That’s nearly double the figure from a similar poll in 2010 (26 percent) and up significantly from a 2005 study (21 percent).
ShowMeTheParts Now Fully Integrated into Fuse5 Point of Sale Module
Fuse5 is a complete business management system and enterprise resource planning tool. Built on cloud-based technology, it offers unparalleled data management and connectivity, the company says, allowing customers to improve their inventory efficiency, forecasting, price-points, sales strategies, and more, all adding to increased profitability.
2012 Supply Chain Leadership Forum Set for Aug. 27-29 in Denver
The Tompkins Supply Chain Consortium eighth annual event will feature benchmarking trends and a brewery tour.
Theme Announced for Eighth Annual HDAW Event
HDAW 2013 will look at the “Formula for Success – Focus on the Future.”