University Of The Aftermarket And AAIA To Host ACES And PIES Training Seminar
The two-day seminar will focus on technical details of ACES and PIES implementation for aftermarket content professionals.
Convicted Corporate Spies are Sentenced in Goodyear Trade Secrets Case
A federal judge Wednesday sentenced two engineers convicted of stealing trade secrets from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. to four years probation and 150 hours of community service.
Guest Commentary: Scott Luckett, AAIA Vice President of Technology and Standards, Translates the Language of ACES and PIES
Luckett, regarded as the champion of ACES and PIES, has kindly offered to give us a simplified recipe for this rather complicated alphabet soup.
Major Wholesalers and Retailers Support PIES Transformation Software
The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) is reporting unanimous support from leading aftermarket data receivers for the free Product Information Exchange Standard (PIES) Interchange Transformation Utility software the association recently published. The data receivers include Activant, Advance Auto, AutoZone, CARQUEST Auto Parts, CSK Auto, NAPA, O’Reilly Auto Parts and WHI Solutions. The software supports PIES and allows the easy transformation of interchange data files from a flat file format (spreadsheet) to the industry standard XML format.
AAIA Releases Software for Converting PIES Data
The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) has released a free open-source, software utility that converts part number interchange data into the Product Information Exchange Standard (PIES) format. The PIES Interchange Transformation Utility accepts interchange data in a flat file (spreadsheet) format and converts it to the latest version of (PIES) XML. AAIA developed the transformation utility software to help manufacturers supply retailers and program groups with interchange data in the standard format. The major automotive chains have agreed to accept data in the industry-standard PIES version 6.1 XML format.
Spies Hecker Approved by Suzuki for Dealers
Suzuki Motor Corp. has granted approval of Spies Hecker products and training for its dealers. The new approval focuses on comprehensive support for the car maker’s official dealers with practical training and the high-power service network.
Spies Hecker Develops New Permasolid HS Optimum Clear Coat 8600
PLYMOUTH, MI – Spies Hecker has announced the development of its latest product, Permasolid HS Optimum Clear Coat 8600. According to the company, this new product offers an easy to apply, highly productive, excellent build and brilliant finish. “Permasolid HS Optimum Clear Coat 8600 is based on a unique, patented technology. The one and a
PIES Version 6.0 Marks a Significant Advance in Standards
BETHESDA, MD — The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) has announced that version 6.0 of the Product Information Exchange Standard (PIES) has been published. PIES is the industry best practice for the management and exchange of product attribute information. According to AAIA, PIES version 6.0 represents a significant advance for the standard because the documentation
ACES and PIES Training Announced for April 10-11
Training in the use of Aftermarket Data Standards will be presented April 10-11 and hosted by Federal-Mogul in Southfield, MI. This program from the University of the Aftermarket provides comprehensive training for those seeking to comply with industry standards for application catalog and product data – AAIA Catalog Enhanced Standard (ACES) and Product Information Exchange
Nearly One Million Copies of the Car Care Guide Now in Circulation
Nearly one million copies of the new Car Care Guide have been distributed to motorists, repair shops, retailers, groups, distributors and manufacturers since its introduction earlier this year. The guide, by the Car Care Council, has generated widespread publicity in the consumer media.