Compare CDK Global vs. Vital Software

CDK provides a unified, SOC 2-compliant dealership software solutions designed to simplify dealership operations, improve profitability and create a better customer experience across every department. Instead of relying on disconnected tools for Sales, Service, Inventory and Accounting, CDK brings everything together in one place through the CDK Dealership Xperience Platform. CDK offers six connected suites inside the Dealership Xperience Platform, each one solving for a specific area of dealership operations: • Foundations Suite: Ideal for enterprise and multistore dealers, this suite delivers advanced Accounting, DMS functionality, centralized management and CDK SimplePay for smooth deal workflows. • Fundamentals Suite: Created for independent dealerships and smaller franchise operations, the Fundamentals Suite offers streamlined core tools with the same data connectivity as the Foundations Suite. • Vehicle Inventory Suite: Uses AI and real-time market insights to help dealers source, price and manage inventory more effectively and profitably. • Modern Retail Suite: Combines CRM, Digital Retailing and F&I workflows so customers can start buying online and complete the process in the dealership without rework. • Fixed Operations Suite: Supports Service and Parts departments with communication tools like video and texting, accurate estimates and to-the-penny Service pricing. • Intelligence Suite: Brings advanced analytics, forecasting and performance visibility across departments so decision-making is faster and more data-driven. Dealers choose CDK for its ability to connect once-separate systems, support day-to-day operations, and provide measurable improvements in efficiency, profitability and customer satisfaction.

At Vital Software, our commitment lies in developing software that aligns seamlessly with your operational needs. We offer comprehensive solutions that span the entire automotive sector, positioning ourselves as a frontrunner in data-driven innovations for the industry. Our clientele features top-tier OEMs, dealer organizations, and dealership enterprises, allowing us to support vital functions such as Customer Relationship Management (CRM), lead distribution, CSI management, and performance analytics for service and parts. Our configurable system empowers Business Development Centers (BDCs) to orchestrate customer interactions tailored to their specific business workflows while simultaneously tracking customer satisfaction through CSI scorecards. Furthermore, Vital Software boasts an extensive marketing suite that serves as the perfect tool for strategizing, executing, and evaluating marketing initiatives throughout the dealer network. Users can effortlessly create, oversee, and assess campaign performance, launching mail, email, and SMS campaigns with just a click to facilitate personalized outreach. This blend of functionality and flexibility ensures that our software not only meets but exceeds the evolving demands of the automotive industry.