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Lead Syncing with Podium’s CDK CRM for Efficiency-Focused Auto Dealership
Managing leads in an auto dealership can feel like juggling too many balls at once. Leads pour in from everywhere—your website, Kelly Blue Book, Car Gurus—and keeping track can be overwhelming. That’s where Podium’s latest integration comes in. With Lead Syncing for CDK CRM, you can ditch the manual chaos and embrace a streamlined, efficient lead management process. Here’s how this powerful tool can revolutionize your dealership’s operations and boost your sales.
Revolutionizing Tire Management: Unlocking Value with Tire Suite from Tekmetric
The automotive repair industry is constantly evolving, with customer expectations for faster, more accurate service driving the need for advanced solutions. For tire shops, managing inventory, compliance, and operations efficiently can feel like an uphill battle. Enter Tire Suite by Tekmetric—a game-changing add-on designed to streamline tire management, simplify compliance, and maximize profitability.
CCC® Carwise AI Assistant: Your 24/7 Virtual Customer Service Agent
Imagine if your auto body shop could answer customer inquiries instantly, 24/7, without tying up your staff. With the Carwise AI Assistant, that vision becomes reality. This innovative chatbot, powered by CCC’s advanced AI, is designed to enhance customer service, streamline operations, and make your shop available around the clock.
Yelp’s $80 Million Acquisition of RepairPal: What It Means for Your Auto Shop
Yelp, the giant in local business recommendations, has officially entered the auto services sector with an $80 million acquisition of RepairPal, a well-known platform for car repair estimates and service provider recommendations. This major move signals Yelp’s commitment to diversifying its offerings, leveraging RepairPal’s expertise to attract car owners looking for reliable, transparent auto repair services.
Implementing Quality Control Inspections in Tekmetric: A Step-by-Step Guide with Tips from the TUG Community
Quality control (QC) inspections are not standard for all shops but they represent a process that can improve customer satisfaction and help your team catch last-minute issues before delivering vehicles. Here’s a straightforward approach to setting up QC inspections within Tekmetric, designed to keep jobs visible on the tech board and allow smooth transitions between technicians.
Cybersecurity and Cyber Insurance: A New Essential For Automotive Service Businesses
In today's digital landscape, small and medium-sized businesses in the automotive service industry are at significant risk of cyber attacks. The rise in ransomware attacks, phishing scams, and data breaches makes it easier than ever for hackers to take advantage, and the consequences of a breach can be devastating.
Driving Success With AI: What Shop Owners Need To Know About AI To Boost Their Bottom Line
Adopting AI might seem daunting, but for shop owners, it’s an investment that pays off in time savings, improved customer service, and higher revenue. By taking the right steps and focusing on areas where AI can make an immediate impact, you’ll set your shop up for success in the rapidly changing world of automotive service.
AutoLeap Rolls Out Customer Concerns Management, Quick Specs, and Financial Tools to Boost Your Shop’s Efficiency
At LeadFoot Automotive, we’re always on the lookout for tools and strategies that help shops like yours thrive. That’s why we’re excited to spotlight AutoLeap’s latest feature updates—designed to streamline workflows, improve communication, and give shop owners and managers more control over their operations. Let’s dive into what’s new and how these updates can help your shop shift into high gear.
Streamline Customer Management with Podium’s AI-Powered Contact Table: Efficiency, Accuracy, and Flexibility Redefined"
Managing contacts in a fast-paced business environment can be a hassle, but Podium’s new Contact Table changes the game. With features designed for flexibility, speed, and clarity, this update helps you manage your customer database like a pro. Here’s how these enhancements and their integration of AI can revolutionize your workflow to positively impact your bottom line.
CCC® UpdatePlus Pre-Repair Chat: Proactive Customer Communication to Boost Engagement and Efficiency
In today’s fast-paced world, customers expect instant updates and seamless communication—especially when it comes to their vehicle repairs. CCC® UpdatePlus Pre-Repair Chat is here to meet those expectations, giving repair facilities the ability to reach out to customers as soon as an opportunity is created. Whether it's an insurance claim, a Carwise lead, or a walk-in, this feature empowers you to take customer engagement to the next level.
Tekmetric Acquires ShopGenie: A New Era of All-in-One Automotive Software Begins
Tekmetric’s acquisition of ShopGenie is revolutionizing automotive repair software by merging top-tier CRM capabilities with shop management. This powerhouse duo promises to streamline operations, supercharge customer engagement, and elevate shop success like never before.
Meet the Host: Alex Rapp, Gearhead Digitizing Automotive Businesses
In this episode of the Leadfoot Automotive Podcast, hosts Joe Toscano and Alex Rapp discuss the integration of technology in automotive shops, focusing on Alex's journey from a technology enthusiast to an operations manager at Gateway Auto. They explore the transformation of Gateway from a traditional paper-based operation to a digital powerhouse, emphasizing the importance of digital inspections and SEO strategies for small businesses in the automotive sector. The conversation highlights the significance of collaboration and sharing knowledge to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
