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Shop-Ware Partners with Amazing 7 on Phone Integration
The integration allows repair shop staff members to gain valuable context to incoming phone calls and respond to customers accordingly.
Shop-Ware, an automotive repair shop management software, announced its first direct telephone integration with partner Amazing 7 LLC. Telecommunications integration across hardware and backend software represent Shop-Ware’s latest expansion of shop management solutions, the company said.
The integration allows repair shop staff members to gain valuable context to incoming phone calls and respond to customers personally and intelligently. Simultaneously, on-screen notifications give staff members pertinent information to incoming calls, including: current repair status, returning customer inquiries and lifetime value, as well as unidentified numbers for new customers or solicitations. Staff can quickly link calls to relevant repair orders or customer lookups based on phone number match criteria, Shop-Ware said.
Continental, Synopsys Team Up on Automotive Software Development
The collaboration aims to accelerate the development and validation of software features and applications for the Software-Defined Vehicle.
Epicor Unveils Digital Cataloging, Future Plans
The new catalogs use Epicor-validated, ACES-compliant data and an “Intelligent Search” feature to find the right part quickly.
Epicor Launches Automotive B2B eCommerce Platform
The Epicor Commerce for Automotive platform features multi-seller support and parts lookups for distributors and their customers.
Marelli Launches Fuel System for Hydrogen Propulsion Systems
Marelli will present a variety of new technology at the CTI Symposium in Germany, Dec. 5-6.
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Intellias to Showcase HMI, ADAS and More at CES 2024
The company also will unveil the next generation of its IntelliKit, a portable fully-integrated digital cockpit.
Anyline Partners with Treads to Simplify Car Ownership
Anyline has partnered with Treads, an AI-driven car management subscription service, to enhance analytics for car owners.
