Similar to other industries, continued success in heavy-duty truck aftermarket parts and service will increasingly depend on the ability to compete in the digital economy. Adopting AutoPower software as the integrated business solution unlocks access to an array of powerful digital services and technologies designed to elevate sales performance and profitability in the connected marketplace: […]
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A Resource of Business Insights for the Aftermarket Distribution Industry - Heavy Duty and Automotive
We prioritize the success of your business; Here you will find a collection of our published documents that combine data and analysis to offer a path to advantages that give your business a competitive edge in the Heavy Duty Parts Aftermarket Distribution Industry. Our goal is to inspire action, ignite conversations and most importantly, bring value - all directly from us. So if you're looking for some inspiration or need a dose of motivation, then this is the place for you!Maximize profit margins in a changing market with automated price management
Plagued primarily by inflation and supply chain disruptions in recent years, the heavy-duty industry has experienced a host of price management challenges. Now, research firm MacKay & Company predicts that the price of aftermarket parts for heavy-duty trucks will increase by 2% in 2025 and beyond, normalizing prices after the parts shortages that upset the industry in […]
What Would the Ideal Business Solution Look Like for an Independent Heavy-Duty Aftermarket Company?
The heavy-duty truck aftermarket is a highly competitive and ever-evolving business environment that is especially challenging if you are an independent company focused on parts distribution and/or service and repair. In addition to coping with broad market influences such as inflation, supply chain uncertainty, and labor shortages, you also find yourself competing with well-established dealerships […]
AutoPowerBI Inventory Analysis Improves Profitability With Data-Driven Inventory Management
As an aftermarket HD truck parts distributor, your profitability is driven in large part by how well your organization meets a host of challenges in managing inventory, including: In today’s fast-paced, competitive market, overcoming these challenges is becoming increasingly difficult for distributors who are still using manual processes or outmoded computerized systems for determining what […]
The CDK Global system outage: a stark lesson on the risks and consequences of ransomware attacks
Ransomware attacks are becoming increasingly prevalent among HD truck parts and service companies. In early 2023, AutoPower’s expert support team intervened and resolved ransomware attacks on two long-time customers within days of each other. Fortunately, both organizations were back in operation within hours, with no data loss. However, these incidents are minor compared to the […]
AutoPower Makes Your Web and Email Presence Professional and Effortless
The AutoPower system is a purpose-built end-to-end solution to help HD truck parts and service businesses like yours compete and win in the fast-changing digital economy. Everything from inventory and warehouse management to accounting and sales management is tightly integrated to streamline and automate your operations and boost your bottom line. But AutoPower’s value to […]