The Parts Management Podcast with Kaylee Felio

Tackling DMS Challenges with DealerTrack and PBS ft. Chuck Hartle


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Chuck Hartleis the co-founder and President of PartsEdge, a powertool for Dealerships Parts Operations, helping to increase DMS utilization, improves efficiency, accuracy, and profitability with solid and consistent plans for eliminating all types of idle inventory in a Parts Operations. With over 40 years in the auto industry Chuck has the know-how and love for the industry that has enabled PartsEdge to identify the biggest needs of dealerships.

Today, Chuck Hartle shares a real-world scenario where misconceptions in inventory reporting led to significant confusion for a client, highlighting the intricate issues tied to core values and superseded parts within PBS systems. 

We explore the importance of education on dirty cores, the nuances of different dealership management systems like DealerTrack and Reynolds and Reynolds, and the vital process of tracking and accounting for dirty cores in inventory health. They emphasize the need for proper understanding and implementation of core returns to maintain a balanced and accurate inventory, ensuring the smooth operation of dealership systems.


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Takeaways

  1. Understanding and managing dirty cores is vital for accurate inventory records.

  2. Educational programs on dirty core systems can provide a strategic advantage.

  3. Proper reconciliation of core inventory is crucial for financial health.


Quote

“If you can't beat them, join them. That's what I say.” -Chuck Hartle

Connect:

Chuck Hartle

LinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/chuck-hartle-1923ab14

Website:www.partsedge.com


Kaylee Felio

LinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/gotopartsgirl
Website:www.partsedge.com

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