Authenticom Launches ContactVia Helping Car Dealers Enhance Consumer Relationships Through Communication Channel Preference, Data Privacy Management - AutoSuccessOnline

Authenticom Launches ContactVia Helping Car Dealers Enhance Consumer Relationships Through Communication Channel Preference, Data Privacy Management

Software Solution is integrated directly into DealerVault, Authenticom's cloud-based web platform

Authenticom, Inc., the automotive retail industry’s leading data solutions provider, today announced the launch of ContactVia, a software solution that allows automotive retailers to give their customers a choice in how they hear from the dealership.

Through ContactVia, customers can choose email, text, or telephone as their preferred communications channel and select the type of information they receive, such as service reminders, recall repair updates, or new or used vehicle purchase opportunities. In addition, consumers have complete visibility into what and how their information is shared with other service providers. This is an important step in helping car dealers work with customers to securely manage their personal information.

“Today’s consumers want personalized and reliable experiences for their buying needs. Now more than ever, consumers want to have a say in how they interact with organizations and how their personal information is used,” said Authenticom Founder and CEO Stephen Cottrell. “ContactVia provides the easy button to assist sellers in creating a preference-based communication relationship with their customers. Ultimately, this will help strengthen relationships “

ContactVia is integrated directly into DealerVault by Authenticom, the company’s cloud-based web platform. DealerVault, which leverages Microsoft Azure, allows its dealership partners to conveniently view and modify current data feeds, check the status of its ongoing vendor programs, disable access when needed, and manage multiple stores with the simple click of a button.

While Authenticom’s initial customers for ContactVia will be automotive retailers, the company is developing the solution for use in other consumer-based industries, as well.

“Meeting consumers where they want to interact isn’t specific to just the auto industry,” Cottrell said. “It’s a universal phenomenon that all marketers need to embrace. Meeting your customers on their terms strengthens relationships and leads to more business.” 

For more information, visit https://www.contactvia.com or call (866) 289-3283.

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