CDK Global
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.
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Xero
Save 90% for 6 months on Xero's award-winning accounting and online bookkeeping platform. Beautifully simple, Xero offers a wide range of features that help businesses manage their numbers effortlessly, including invoicing, inventory management, bank connections, payroll, reporting, and app integrations for a seamless user experience. Xero offers plans for businesses of any size, with room to grow.
Xero provides a comprehensive ecosystem of integrated apps and connections to banks and financial institutions, allowing small businesses to access a variety of solutions within its open platform to efficiently manage their operations and finances. For accounting and bookkeeping practices, Xero offers powerful compliance tools, intelligent practice management software, and a centralized cloud-based accounting ledger for all clients, accessible in one place.
Xero automates data entry by pulling sales and expense records directly from banks, invoicing apps, point-of-sale systems, and more. It securely connects to business bank accounts, eliminating manual data input, while smart bank reconciliation learns user preferences to streamline the process.
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LIFO Software
Our LIFO calculation software features a user-friendly data interface along with extensive databases for both new and used vehicles. It gathers cost data for all qualifying vehicles produced and on sale at automotive dealerships, enabling users to record the cost information pertinent to the dealership's inventory at the end of its fiscal year. Additionally, it employs Microsoft Excel® for reporting, facilitating seamless integration with various accounting software options, including Reynolds & Reynolds, ADP, and QuickBooks. This software solution is not only efficient and precise but also a cost-effective option for managing LIFO calculations in automotive dealerships. Users can easily download updates from the website, ensuring they have access to the latest features and improvements. Furthermore, the application can be installed on a server or as a stand-alone PC version, accommodating both multiple users and single-user setups.
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Garage360
Garage360 is a cloud-driven software solution tailored for auto repair shop management, aimed at enhancing and modernizing the workflows of independent garages and service centers. This platform equips both owners and technicians with a single, user-friendly dashboard that allows them to oversee various business components, including appointment scheduling, service management, invoicing, inventory control, client interactions, and comprehensive reporting functionalities.
Designed for scalability and user-friendliness, Garage360 enables small and mid-sized automotive repair establishments to function as efficiently and professionally as larger dealership networks. Its modular structure allows shops to select specific features they require, such as digital vehicle inspections, predefined job templates, labor tracking, and integrated payment processing, all while maintaining a streamlined and responsive system.
Additionally, Garage360 offers seamless integration with top automotive data providers, diagnostic equipment, and parts suppliers, ensuring that technicians have access to original equipment manufacturer-level repair protocols and precise labor time estimates. This capability not only enhances the quality of service but also significantly boosts overall shop productivity. As a result, users are better positioned to meet customer expectations and drive business growth.
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