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September 2011 - Feature

E-Contracting’s Missing Link

Integration has been one of the obstacles in the way of the industry’s push toward e-contracting. One technology expert says that will no longer be the case going forward, especially for product providers.

By Mark Virag

Integration has been one of the obstacles in the way of the industry’s push toward e-contracting. One technology expert says that will no longer be the case going forward, especially for product providers.

Tags: dealership management system, DMS, E-CONTRACTING, F&I product provider, F&I products, technology

June 2011 - Feature

Dealers Guide to Compliance

Before you select your next compliance software tool, read this primer on connecting technology to your dealership’s compliance processes.

<p>The multimillion-dollar settlement against five captive lenders for discriminatory practices early last decade will be fresh in regulators&rsquo; minds for years to come. Dealers who demonstrate a willingness and ability to play within the rules will benefit as auto lending continues its comeback.</p>

By Joe Bartolone

Before you select your next compliance software tool, read this primer on connecting technology to your dealership’s compliance processes.

Tags: Compliance, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, E-CONTRACTING, electronic document storage, Federal Trade Commission, technology

March 2011 - Cover Story

Mobilizing the Dealer Experience

Mercedes-Benz Financial Services is taking its mobile strategy where no organization has gone before, but officials say the company won’t push its vision of the future on dealers.

<p>Ash Zaki, COO of Mercedes-Benz of San Francisco, demonstrates MBFS&rsquo;s new iPad-compatible tools. Behind him is Chip Kirby, an MBFS dealer rep.</p>

By Gregory Arroyo

Mercedes-Benz Financial Services is taking its mobile strategy where no organization has gone before, but officials say the company won’t push its vision of the future on dealers.

Tags: Generation Y, iPad, iPad Business Applications, marketing, Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes-Benz Financial Services, technology

April 2010 - Feature

DMS Arena Heats Up

Symbolizing the heated arms race in the DMS arena, the Reynolds booth sat directly across the aisle from DealerTrack.

By Gregory Arroyo

Companies that went through Reynolds’ integration and certification program say the technology company upheld its promise to integrate third-party software companies, some even saying the debate over data access was more fervor than substance.

Tags: ADP Dealer Services, dealership management system, DEALERTRACK, IAS, Reynolds & Reynolds, technology

October 2009 - Feature

Better Deals Through Technology

By Denny Long

One dealer explains how technology can streamline sales and help you create effective marketing programs.

Tags: technology

May 2009 - Cover Story

Downturn Opens Door for Technology

By Gregory Arroyo

Despite the prospect of losing dealer customers, software makers see a silver lining in today’s economic downturn. In fact, some providers believe the recession will be the vehicle to the industry’s digital future.

Tags: ADP Dealer Services, Chrysler Financial Services , dealership management system, DEALERTRACK, inventory, NADA, RouteOne, technology

March 2004 - Feature

Making Your Mark: Technology Offers Everyone an Unfair Advantage

By Editorial Staff

Sometimes you need to really shake things up, and conventional wisdom is just too, uh, conventional. Sure, your bold idea may trigger a chorus of snickers, but playing it safe will never separate you from the pack.

Tags: menu program, technology

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