The Pulse: Use of Premium Vs. Second Line Parts, Month by Month
In this installment of “The Pulse,” we take a closer look at the state of business today at the repair shop level. In this edition, we will review rolling month-by-month data for the percentage of premium parts used in repairs versus second line parts. Utilizing data from IMR Inc., this week we review the numbers for December 2007 through November 2008.
The Pulse: How Technicians Source Starters and Alternators
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter professionals and professional technicians. This week, we look at technicians’ sourcing habits for Starters and Alternators.
The Pulse: How Technicians Source Oxygen Sensors
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter professionals and professional technicians. This week, we look at technicians’ sourcing habits for Oxygen Sensors.
The Pulse: How Technicians Source Motor Oil
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter professionals and professional technicians. This week, we look at technicians’ sourcing habits for Motor Oil.
The Pulse: How Technicians Source Motor Oil
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter professionals and professional technicians. This week, we look at technicians’ sourcing habits for Motor Oil.
The Pulse: How Technicians Source Gaskets
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter professionals and professional technicians. This week, we look at technicians’ sourcing habits for Gaskets.
The Pulse: How Technicians Source Fuel Pumps
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter professionals and professional technicians. This week, we look at technicians’ sourcing habits for Fuel Pumps.
The Pulse: How Technicians Source Brake Pads
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter professionals and professional technicians. This week, we look at technicians’ sourcing habits for Brake Pads.
The Pulse: How Technicians Source Engine Parts
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter professionals and professional technicians. This week, we look at technicians’ sourcing habits for Engine Parts.
The Pulse: How Technicians Source AC Compressors
When it comes time to order an AC Compressor, 47 percent of shops surveyed by Counterman rely on a jobber as their primary source.
The Pulse: A Deeper Look into Information Sources for Counter Pros
In the September 19 issue of “The Pulse,” the topic of information sources used by counter professionals was explored. With help from Babcox Research, a follow-up question was asked of parts professionals to learn where they turn initially to look up a parts application.
The Pulse: What Information Sources Counter Pros Use Most
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter personnel and professional technicians. This week, using research conducted by the National Catalog Managers Association (NCMA), we look at the counter professional’s favorite information sources.