Arkona Inc. and the
Independent Auto Dealers Association of Utah (IADAU) announced the introduction of an agreement that
Arkona Endorsed by the Independent Auto Dealers Association of Utah
by Staff
August 28, 20022 min to read
provides statewide pricing for dealers, strengthens the
IADAU's position as the one stop resource center for independent automobile
dealers in Utah, and makes Arkona's dealer management system the exclusively
endorsed Dealer Management Solution (DMS) of the IADAU.
"Our dealers have continually asked for a state-of-the art, cost-effective
and fully integrated solution that addresses the special needs of operating
an independent dealership. Such a package is now available and at an
affordable price," said Wayne Jones, CEO, IADAU. "With Arkona, dealers now
have access to the industry leading management tools they need and a
solution that can accommodate growth should the dealer decide to expand to
multiple locations or add a service component."
"The IADAU's exclusive endorsement of Arkona is a bold statement of its
commitment to research and recommend the best products and services to its
dealer members, as well as its confidence in Arkona," said Alan Rudd, CEO,
Arkona. "This new alliance means independent dealers statewide will finally
realize the benefits of a full-featured and integrated ASP information
management platform that will keep pace with the most demanding growth
curve."
IADAU will act as a reference for prospective dealers in-state and
nationwide. ARKONA and IADAU will jointly market the dealer solution at
conferences, trade shows, road shows and at IADAU's education center.
About IADAU
The Utah Independent Auto Dealers Association was formed in 1975 to serve
the needs of the independent auto dealer in Utah. IADAU has over 25 years
experience in providing services related to the industry such as lobby work,
forms & promotional supplies, education, benefits packages and partnership
building with state and federal agencies. For more information visit the
IADAU Web site at www.iadau.org.
About Arkona Inc.
Founded in 1996, Arkona is a public company in automotive
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