Aftermarket Standards Compliance Roadmap Unveiled at NCMA
During the opening address at the National Catalog Managers Association (NCMA) Knowledge Exchange conference, the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) unveiled a new Web page that presents the status of the leading data receivers in the aftermarket relative to the major technology standards. The Standards Compliance Roadmap indicates whether an industry standard, such as ACES or PIES, is required, preferred, supported or under development by the leading automotive resellers.
Free MIS Council Supplier Forum Slated for July 16
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association Information Services (MIS) Council will host its third annual MIS Council Supplier Forum from noon until 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16, at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago – immediately following the Aftermarket eForum. The free event is open to employees of motor
CCAR Names Daren Fristoe as Chief Marketing Officer
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – The Coordinating Committee for Automotive Repair (CCAR) has announced the addition of Daren Fristoe to its staff as chief marketing officer. In his new position, Fristoe will be responsible for the creation and execution of marketing planning, relationship building and expanding the opportunities for CCAR’s existing and future product and service
From Counterman.com: It’s Not Just Software Anymore
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MacKenzie Warehouse Deploys DST TurboParts II Plus
MISSION VIEJO, Calif. — MacKenzie Warehouse, a multi-generational family business based in San Francisco, Calif., has selected and deployed the DST TurboParts II Plus Internet-based parts ordering and sales system integrated with the Activant PartExpert and Cover-to-Cover electronic parts catalogs as its e-commerce engine. MacKenzie Warehouse is an IWD AutoPride member operating a 52,000 square
New SPAL USA Web Store Open for Business
ANKENY, Iowa – SPAL USA’s new ‘web store’ is now open for business. Created to address the growing demand for online access to the company’s automotive products, the online store provides users with a single point of purchase for its fans, blowers and other automotive accessories. "This is an effective and smart online shopping portal
Mitchell 1 Announces First Quarter 2008 Updates to Manager/ManagerPlus v.5.9
POWAY, CA – Mitchell 1 has made first quarter updates to its Manager/Manager Plus Version 5.9 software. This latest version, 5.9.5, adds even more functionality, highlighted by more catalog integration. Mitchell 1 now integrates with Nexpart online parts ordering from WHI Solutions (formerly Wrenchead). WHI Solutions, an e-business solution provider to the wholesale distribution and
AIA Unveils New Website
BETHESDA, MD — The Auto International Association (AIA), a segment of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association, has unveiled its newly redesigned website — www.aiaglobal.org. The new site reinvents the way AIA serves its North American and international members. The site offers access to a full membership directories and two new features called "Promote It" and
Sam Quick Named Senior Director, Data Integration, Web Services for Affinia Group
Affinia Group has named Sam Quick, a 27-year information technology veteran, as senior director of Data Integration and Web Services. In the newly created position, Quick will report to Jim Burdiss, vice president and chief information officer. Quick’s career has included all aspects of strategic information technology management, including shaping the e-commerce programs for three major pharmaceutical companies and managing enterprise software and web applications for manufacturing, healthcare, communications and aftermarket products organizations.
Mitchell 1 and WHI Announce Product Integration
Mitchell 1 announced yesterday it has integrated its Shop Management System with a product from aftermarket e-business solution provider WHI Solutions (formerly Wrenchead). The product integration between these two solutions providers is intended to provide e-commerce capabilities to benefit service providers through increased efficiency and productivity.