Mitchell 1 Updates Activant-Powered Online Parts Sourcing and Labor Estimating Capability in Manager/ManagerPlus Software
POWAY, Calif. — As part of its first quarter 2008 updates, Mitchell 1 has enhanced its Activant eCatalog interface, which enables shop professionals using the Manager and ManagerPlus solutions access to new online parts lookup, sourcing and labor estimating capabilities. In addition to integrated online parts lookup using the Activant eCatalog-powered Internet Auto Parts (IAP)
Activant Reports Increase in New System Installations
The Activant Eagle for the Aftermarket business management solution, the latest Activant computer platform for replacement parts distributors and jobbers, has experienced a nearly 10-fold increase in store installations since late 2006, according to the company. The company expects the new system to exceed 200 installations this year.
Elgin Industries Introduces Web-based Engine, Chassis and Heavy-Duty Parts Catalog
ELGIN, IL – Elgin Industries has introduced an electronic catalog within the www.elginind.com website that enables distributors, jobbers, engine rebuilders and repair professionals to quickly access the latest information on more than 15,000 automotive and heavy-duty engine and chassis components. The new web-based catalog also includes downloadable listings covering the extensive Elgin PRO-STOCK performance parts
New Activant Innovation Helps Parts Distributors Generate Revenue from Slow-Moving Stock
Activant Solutions has introduced a web-based solution designed to help automotive and commercial-vehicle parts distributors create and manage large numbers of parts auctions through the eBay Motors online marketplace. The new Activant AuctionExpert solution, developed with insight from eBay Motors, is designed to help traditional parts distributors and jobbers generate revenue from previously slow-moving stock. It can also be used to enhance the presence and efficiency of existing online auctions, the company said.
AASA Recommends Activant Vista Aftermarket Market Intelligence Solution to Members
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC and LIVERMORE, CA — Activant Solutions and the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) have announced a new partnership through which AASA will promote Activant’s Vista market intelligence solution and Activant will provide preferred pricing for AASA members. The Activant Vista solution is a new tool designed to help aftermarket manufacturers to
Activant Offering Incentives to Help Distributors, Jobbers Replace Outdated Computer Hardware
Activant Solutions is offering a variety of incentives to automotive parts distributors and jobbers that upgrade the computer hardware running their Activant Prism distribution management systems. For a limited time, users of the Activant Prism solution can receive a special incentive package when they replace outdated servers with qualifying new Dell technology.
The Week in Review (Jan. 15-19, 2007)
By Amy Antenora Editor The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews . To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, click on any of the dates listed at the bottom
Activant Introduces Custom eCommerce Web Solution for Distributors and Jobbers
Activant Solutions has introduced a new eCommerce Web software solution that enables replacement parts distributors and jobbers to establish functionally rich, custom web stores for use by service dealer accounts and consumers. The new software solution already has been selected for use by more than 40 distributors that collectively conduct business with thousands of service dealers and do-it-yourselfers, according to Activant.
Activant Hits New High in Data Production; October Aftermarket Electronic Catalog Features 30 Percent More Data Than Last Year
Activant Solutions has reportedly set a company record for electronic catalog production in October with more than 600 updated data files from aftermarket parts manufacturers. Activant said the new monthly data publishing record, a 30-percent increase over October 2005, reflects the company’s commitment to work more closely with aftermarket manufacturers to ensure enhanced data timeliness. Activant accepts, validates and publishes parts data from nearly 1,600 aftermarket manufacturers and supports the AAIA ACES electronic catalog data delivery standard.
Tenneco Enhances Online Brakes Catalog
MONROE, MI — Tenneco has enhanced its online parts catalog for the Monroe brakes product line. The company plans to provide continual data updates, including expanded coverage of late-model domestic and import applications. The Monroe brakes eCatalog, available at http://www.monroebrakes.com, now includes 872 part numbers covering hundreds of leading applications. After launching more than 40 new