New Catalog And Point Of Sale Features Now Available In Epicor Eagle For The Aftermarket Software

DUBLIN, Calif. – Epicor Software Corp. has announced the addition of several new electronic catalog, point of sale (POS), accounting and related features now available through Epicor Eagle for the Aftermarket software, a business management solution for single- and multi-store automotive parts enterprises.

The new release of Eagle for the Aftermarket software includes the latest Epicor LaserCat 3 automotive eCatalog interface, which features two new optional search tools related to original equipment (OE) parts. The Epicor OE for Parts Not Found feature enables users to identify the OE part number for automotive applications where no equivalent aftermarket part is available through the distributor’s normal suppliers, according to Epicor. Counter professionals can use the OE part number either to interchange to an alternative aftermarket supplier’s part or purchase and resell a part from a local dealer. A second OE lookup feature, Epicor PartExpert OE, offers one-click access to a separate OE parts catalog covering virtually every popular automotive application, the company says.

According to Epicor, new POS features available through Eagle for the Aftermarket software include a significantly streamlined process for managing stock transfers between stores; a versatile tracking capability that serves as a quality assurance audit trail on each order; and a tagging system that documents review and approval of each incoming order. The new software features also help users automate defective returns transfers and defect and core returns to suppliers.

“Each new version of Eagle for the Aftermarket software addresses the ever-changing demands facing today’s automotive parts businesses,” said Steve Bieszczat, senior vice president, automotive and marketing, retail distribution solutions for Epicor. “Our users will find several valuable new tools that can help them save time, increase sales and improve service levels. Ultimately, our aggressive, ongoing Eagle product development helps to maximize the return on our users’ investment.”

Additional features available through the new release of Eagle for the Aftermarket software include:

· Streamlined payment processing, with improved P.O.to e-Invoice reconciliation
· Simplified management of returns rules for dynamic automotive promotions
· Posting of Item Notes for access by all employees at POS
· Time-saving multi-store inventory imports and updates
· Integration with Epicor Compass analytics version 10.2

To learn more about Epicor Eagle for the Aftermarket software and other business software solutions, contact your Epicor representative, call Epicor toll-free at (888) 463-4700, or email [email protected].

Federated Auto Parts Distributors announced it is entering into a collaboration with the Association of Independent Oil Distributors (AIOD) – one it said will focus on mutual benefits for the respective members.

“Federated is constantly looking at ways to improve value for all constituents and this agreement provides that,” said Sue Godschalk, president of Federated. “This collaboration provides added volume and opportunities for our suppliers, new partners for our members, and added supply points and products for shop customers. We have enjoyed working closely with several AIOD members in the past and this agreement will expand and create further opportunities for both Federated and AIOD.”