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Guest Commentary: Gray Matter, Matters … In Fact, We All Matter

It is my professional and personal opinion that successful organizations blend their workforce with millennials and seasoned, experienced employees. People with gray hair matter. Getting different generations to work together is paramount for the success of the organization.

Guest Commentary: Autologue eDelivery vs. UPS, Fed Ex, USPS

Ladies and gentleman, if you are in the parts distribution business, you are in the delivery business! The good news is, we were in the delivery business before large web retailers came to fruition. So, let’s not allow them to be a disruptor in our parts business.

Guest Commentary: Vehicle Inspection Impact

The greatest enemy of vehicle inspections also is its greatest advocate, the elected official.

Navigating The Winding Road Toward Driverless Mobility

And why your first autonomous ride will likely be in a robotaxi.

Dumb Thoughts About Smart Cars

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 94 percent of vehicle accidents are the fault of human error. Only 2 percent of accidents are due to vehicle component failure of degradation. Recognizing that I (and, let’s face it, you too, because you’re reading this) am an excellent driver, that means pretty much everyone else on the road is driving like they just robbed a liquor store in a video game.

Guest Commentary: Is Saying Thank You Passe? Has Civility Left the Building?

We all have the power to say these two magic words and thus appreciate, motivate, create good will, spread peace and raise self-esteem.

Guest Commentary: The Consumer As CMO

Today’s Prospects Are Telling Us Exactly How to Reach Them. Are You Listening?

Guest Commentary: ‘The Long View’ By MEMA President And CEO Bill Long

“We need to be focused on the evolution – or maybe even the revolution – of technology, market forces, consumer attitudes, business practices, workforces, and the many external pressures and shifts that are coming our way,” writes MEMA CEO Bill Long.

Guest Commentary: Managers Take And Leaders Give

Giving credit has a huge inspiring effect. Employees emulate the best traits of a leader. Leadership is a deep commitment to loyalty – in good times and in bad times. Strong leaders have the courage to stand up for the dignity of all.

Guest Commentary: Evolving To Sustainability – Reducing Vehicle Criteria And Greenhouse Gas Emissions

It is important to know how your fuel is being used to ensure the best fit for any fleet application.

Guest Commentary: Fueling Innovation In The Automotive Aftermarket

New and exciting tech advances don’t often come to mind when considering the automotive aftermarket. However, Nathan Shipley, automotive industry analyst at The NPD Group, points out that some of the industry’s most innovative solutions in recent years have come about because someone thought to get creative with an existing product.

Guest Commentary: Catalyst For Change – The Role Of The Leader Is To Teach

“The simple truth is, continuous improvement requires a commitment to learning. The leader/teacher seeks to expand the capacity of employees, instill desire and new thinking. Learning is a team effort,” writes Dr. John Passante.