OptiCat Technology Suite Compatible with AWDA’s Common Product Data Requirements
OptiCat says it is now in full compliance with ACES 3.0, PIES 6.2 and the new AWDA Minimum Common Data Format; TecDoc-to-North American data exchange to follow.
University of the Aftermarket CEU Credits Available for AASA Vision Conference
Attendees can earn 0.6 University of the Aftermarket CEUs at the AASA Vision Conference 2010, “Know Your Parts.”
MIS Council Says 2009 Fall Conference Was a Success
Participants gained vital insights from leading automotive aftermarket customers — including ADN, O’Reilly Auto Parts, CARQUEST, Advance Auto Parts and National Pronto — who shared their respective visions with suppliers. Interactive breakout sessions spurred lively discussions on how to get critical data flowing better from supplier to channel partners.
Executive Interview with Jason Gerding, President, Leland Brake and Wheel
In this exclusive Executive Interview, Gerding re-introduces Leland to the marketplace, its new management team, and also talks about the company’s relationship with parent company — world-renowned Berkshire Hathaway.
Advance Auto, O’Reilly, CARQUEST to Discuss ‘Turning on the Data Spigot’ at MIS Council Fall Conference
Panelists will include: Scott Luckett, vice president technology standards & solutions, AAIA (moderator), Eugene Cheng, director, content management and strategy — e-commerce, Advance Auto Parts; John Christie, vice president of e-service-business marketing division, CARQUEST; and Mike Williams, vice president of advanced technology, O’Reilly Auto Parts.
The Week in Review (April 13-17, 2009)
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Navistar Affiliate Enters JV with Mahindra & Mahindra to Manufacture Diesel Engines in India
A wholly owned affiliate of Navistar International has signed a joint venture agreement with Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. of India to produce diesel engines for medium and heavy commercial trucks and buses in India. The joint venture, to be named Mahindra International Engines Ltd. (MIEL), will be 51 percent owned by Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) and 49 percent owned by Navistar. The combined investment of the two companies will be $90 million over the next five years.
Professional’s Choice Annual Convention Recognizes Members, Vendors and Future Aftermarket Threats
Last week’s APA/Professional’s Choice convention showed just how important “recognition” is, whether it’s recognition of employees, suppliers — or even outside threats. According to research, 88 percent of employees across all industries cite “lack of acknowledgement” as their top workplace issue. In fact, studies show that employee acknowledgement is more important than even those all-important perks like benefits and pay. This point was illustrated in a very entertaining manner at last week’s APA/Professional’s Choice annual convention, held in Miami, FL.
Affinia Group Restructures Marketing Organization
Affinia Group Inc. has announced the transformation of its marketing organization, including the creation of four new, high-level positions, first announced to the public last week. According to Terry McCormack, president and chief executive officer of Affinia, this move will place increased emphasis on global thinking and the use of category management to drive customer-facing decisions.
Executive Interview with Greg Gyllstrom, Vice President and General Manager of Visteon’s North American Aftermarket Operations
As vice president and general manager of Visteon’s North American aftermarket operations, Gregory Gyllstrom is responsible for expanding the organization’s aftermarket business by coordinating and directing the company’s sales, product development and marketing activities. Recently, Gyllstrom shared with aftermarketNews a few insights into the underhood category as well as Visteon’s evolution from a Ford spin-off into an ‘all-makes/all-models’ supplier.