RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – Automotive aftermarket technology professionals, business process professionals and managers who utilize technology should mark their calendars for Sunday, Oct. 10, through Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010 – the dates of the Fall Conference of the MEMA Information Service Council (MIS Council) in Marco Island, Fla.

The MIS Council, a peer group of the Motor and Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA), serves as a medium for industry interaction, education and idea exchange regarding matters of common interest to information technology (IT) and e-commerce professionals in the automotive aftermarket industry. It provides industry leadership and information through semi-annual conferences, committee activities, monthly newsletters and IT education.
 
“Our 2009 Fall Conference in October was a great success, as evidenced by an increase in attendance over 2008 and the record number of sponsors and channel partners participating,” said Ray Nicholas, vice president of technology for Standard Motor Products and the 2010 MIS Council chairman. “We are already planning the 2010 event and have confirmed a number of speakers.”
 
The MIS Fall Conference 2010 agenda will include:
• Future vehicle technologies and how they will impact the aftermarket
• How to establish a data management services department within a manufacturer’s operations
• Current state of the repair professional, repair shop and use of e-commerce technology
 
Attendees at the MEMA Information Services Council Annual Fall Conference in 2010 will include automotive aftermarket professionals whose responsibilities involve customer service, business support, e-commerce, information services, cataloging, forecasting and supply chain.
 
More details on the conference and the MIS Council are available online at www.miscouncil.org.