Power Heavy Duty Launches Business Resource Center

Power Heavy Duty recently extended additional benefits to its members with the launch of its Business Resource Center, which was announced during a members meeting coinciding with Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week.

The Business Resource Center is a tool that aids Power Heavy Duty distributors in planning their business continuity. Distributors can use this new online platform to access extensive support, including best practices, testimonials and other resources, throughout the lifecycle of their business.

“Assisting members with their long-term planning is a priority for Power Heavy Duty. The Business Resource Center is a valuable tool that supplies our members with a variety of resources to support their goals through all stages of their business,” said Jim Pennig, VP of business development, VIPAR Heavy Duty.

At the meeting, which took place at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center in Grapevine, Texas, members also heard from Dirk Beveridge, an entrepreneur, researcher, author and strategist. Beveridge presented The Innovative Business, providing a framework to a practical model that creates transformative and innovative change. Beveridge discussed how innovation begins by envisioning a future reality, how to create a culture of innovation and how to put an obsession with your customers at the core of your value proposition.

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.”