Keep Your Edge

In a recent poll on LikedIn, we asked our Parts Managers followers which they wish they had more of; Time, Staff, Tools, or Education. A staggering 46% said they wished they had more staff! With the dawn of the hiring crisis and the great resignation, it...

Thinking about becoming a Parts Manager or looking to identify a good hire for the position? This one’s for you. While everyone has a unique way of approaching the job, there are a few common traits that are the markers of someone who will thrive in the Parts...

Mention warranty compliance and most Parts Managers eyes will roll. Far from an issue of capability, the reason for this response typically lies in the un-winnable battle sensation that accompanies the topic. Across the country, parts and service operations...

Grocery stores are constantly inundating us with ads: ‘TODAY only 50% off!’, ‘Buy 1 get 1 half off!’- you know the type. By constantly reviewing and adapting these pricing strategies, grocers are able to get the most out of their inventory by offloading...

Dealership Management Systems are constantly evolving. Although these changes are made to benefit dealers, without a plan for continued education, they can actually result in a less productive inventory by confusing the user, obscuring the goals, and slowing...

Digital parts sales have become one of the biggest new opportunities for dealership profits in the past couple of decades with more and more traffic and business coming from online sources. Taking advantage of these online sales can bring your parts...

Parts Managers wear a lot of hats. From managing employees to having the right parts when you need them as well as creating a lean and profitable inventory, there’s a lot to think about. Especially for those new to the position, it can all be a bit...

Experienced Parts Managers know properly configured sourcing can make a world of difference in inventory health. We’ve seen time and time again improper sourcing setups tank inventory productivity and profitability. With guidance and proper implementation,...

In a recent poll we conducted of Parts Managers on LinkedIn, 57% said they had been in the position for 15+ years. This got us thinking: what lessons do so many years of experience bestow on Parts Managers? While we were surprised to see such a high number of...

For dealership parts operations, effective DMS implementation and maintenance is the key to maintain high profits and high levels of service to their customers. New Parts Managers and those faced with new or changing manufacturer programs often find...