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In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Lampros, CEO of Jaksong Partners, an elite automotive dealership consultant firm. He shares his path to success within the industry and the successes and failures that ultimately led him to start Jaksong Partners. He also shares strategies and tactics for achieving elite-level performance within your dealership.

• The current state of Automakers, Auto Groups and Dealerships
• Importance of operating a sound Fixed Operations Department
• The Great Consolidation and what the future holds for Dealerships
• Consultative approach PROFITS

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In this episode, we sit down with Tyler Oxtoby, a business analyst at RevolutionParts and one of the great young up-and-coming talents in the Automotive Industry. He shares his experiences at Ohlins, RevolutionParts and how a sound Analyst can expedite your growth trajectory. We discuss industry nuances and his quick rise as a young professional.

• Gen Z, and his quick rise as an industry-leading analyst
• How a quality Analyst can expedite the growth trajectory
• Importance of understanding data and how to apply it to the business
• Unlock insights that many times are overlooked
• Lack of investment into understanding business insights through sound analysis

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In this episode, we hit on Q1 reporting and what the industry is signaling. Auto Groups and Auto Makers continue to see a slide in YOY revenue losses. While we are seeing parts manufacturers finding Q1 increases in revenue. During this episode, we hit on the following

• Q1 reporting and what it means for you
• Parts manufacuerse report profitable growth
• Auto Makers & Auto Groups see a decline in Q1 revenue
• What you should know and how to take action to position yourself for growth

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In this episode, we sit down with industry leader and data extraordinaire Sam Russo of PivotTree. We discuss the importance of a sound foundational data strategy, what PIES & ACES is, and how to deploy a strong foundation through your data strategy. The automotive industry continues to evolve and the importance of a strong foundational data strategy will power the next decade of growth.

• PIES & ACES, what is it and how it is utilized
• The importance of a sound foundational data strategy
• The pitfalls of not investing in your data
• ACPN & why attending Connect can help you in your journey with improving data

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In this episode, we discuss the historical context of purchasing parts and how digital technology has enabled manufacturers, parts sellers, and distributors to expand their customer base outside of their local market. We also discuss diversification and the intentional enabling of your distribution network to service a wider customer base. In addition, we discuss the international market and why it has a great upside for your business.

• Parts customers are leveraging technology to procure parts
• Sellers & Manufacturers must be intentional in enabling strategic distributors to serve your growing customer base
• Selling all brands and fitments versus niche selling
• Growing your international customer base

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In this episode, we talk with Brendan Feeney of SKUVault / Linnworks to discuss Inventory Management Systems (IMS). We dive deep into how you evaluate an effective IMS solution. What it can do to create efficiency and enable your operations to grow seamlessly. He talks about the newest trends regarding your warehouse operations with pick/pack/ship, wave picking, BOPIS

• How to evaluate a IMS / WMS inside your business
• The effectiveness of a sound WMS solution and how it can assist in growth
• Operational efficiency within your warehouse operations
• The impacts of WavePicking
• Partnership to Sulution for your business; Quickbooks, RevolutionParts, SKU Vault
• Swimming pool model your Warehouse Operations from 1 to 100 million

Contact: Brendan Feeney
RevolutionParts: aftermarket@revolutionparts.com

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EPISODE #16 is launched and be sure to #LIKE and #SUBSCRIBE! - How An International Manufacturer Can Grow North American Market Share With Little Investment

In this episode, we touch on how international manufacturers can deploy an eCommerce strategy to grow North America's Market Share. Deploying a sound D2C Strategy, selecting strategic WD partners, enabling your catalog in PIES & ACES, and growing market share through a sound marketing/branding campaign.

• Deploy a Sound D2C eCommerce Strategy
• Select an industry-focused eCommerce platform
• Select strategic WD partners
• Know your competitors and deploy a marketing strategy focused on building relationships with a sound branding strategy

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#autoparts #automotive #ecommerce #aftermarket #autodealers #OEM #EV #electricvehicle #catalog #automanufacturing #distribution #like #marketing #subscribe #manufacturing #follow #remanufacturing Gideon Williams Lucas Welk, (LRW)

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In this episode, we discuss how to strategize on developing and effectively deploying a parts eCommerce program. Historically, manufacturers and distributors were B2B focused and pushed the online sales to the eTailers of our industry. Today, a paradigm shift is happening with manufacturers doing D2C and tying in their distribution network.

• How to strategize and deploy an effective eCommerce plan
• Leverage your distribution network to make all parts within your portfolio available
• Seamlessly route orders within your own & partner network
• Ensure features equate to benefits
• Selecting a technology platform that is industry-focused

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#autoparts #automotive #ecommerce #aftermarket #autodealers #OEM #EV #electricvehicle #catalog #automanufacturing #distribution #like #marketing #subscribe #follow #remanufacturing Gideon Williams Lucas Welk, SRMP-R®

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