Easing Recon Woes for Fixed Ops Directors
“We sometimes lose sight that used cars should be the most profitable department in the entire dealership. The reconditioning department can play a lesser or greater role in that outcome.”
First, Know Your ADR, and Improve From There
“…the ideal in contemporary recon is progress, not perfection. However, to progress you must know the facts as they relate to your operation — and how you operate.”
Why Workflow Accountability Drives Lower Days in Recon
The term “workflow,” as used in the headline of this article, describes a continuum of processes from start to finish. The more organized, assignable and trackable these processes are, the smoother and faster workflow gets done. Regarding workflow in vehicle reconditioning, the faster the recon team can move vehicles to the sales line, the more
Podcast: Maximize Your Dealership’s Recon Department
Dennis McGinn of Rapid Recon discusses putting the right people in place to maximize your dealership’s recon department.
Measure Twice, Cut Once
Transparency, accountability and profitability make up the measure twice, cut once edge for improving reconditioning outcomes.
If You Think Acquiring Used Inventory is Hard Now…
How are you responding to today’s unpredictable market situations? It’s time to take a hard look at your processes.
Is Your Performance Edge Stalling in Your Periphery?
A wider scope of vision is needed to recognize opportunity and risk that might be missed.
Stop the Vending Machines from Eating Your Lunch
People like sourcing cars online. Here’s how your dealership can put in place similar competitive advantages.
Filling the Gap in Dealer-Vendor Coordination
Sharing priorities not only reduces friction and frustration, but it ensures both parties can now take advantage of opportunities to both engage in and profit from increased business volume.
Start Accountable, Transparent Relationships with Your Vendors
When you take the lead in creating more transparent interactions with vendors, they’ll work in-step with your changing reconditioning priorities.
