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VinSolutions is a Nissan and Infiniti Certified CRM provider

VinSolutions is a Nissan and Infiniti Certified CRM provider, allowing Nissan and Infiniti dealers to receive electronic leads into their VinSolutions’ CRM solution.

Overland Park, KS August 10, 2010 – VinSolutions announced today its Customer Relations Management software has been approved as a Nissan Certified Lead Provider. 

As a result, Nissan and Infiniti dealerships using MotoSnap are able to seamlessly receive electronic leads directly from Nissan. Advantages of utilizing a Certified CRM provider means the dealership can receive electronic leads from Nissan directly, eliminating other processes and allowing for quicker responses, while reducing errors or attrition of data.  The integration with VinSolutions enhances this integration by ensuring automatic daily prospecting and sales follow-up processes. 

To sign up or to find more information from Nissan directly, dealers can log onto NNANet.com, select the Workspace tab and go to the Digital Dealer or Digital Marketing Program Admin. 

ABOUT NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. (www.nissanusa.com)

Nissan first came to the United States to sell vehicles in 1958 and began importing and making Datsun vehicles in the United States under the Nissan Motor Corporation, U.S.A. (NMC), name in 1960. In 1990, Nissan North America Inc. (NNA),  was created to coordinate all of Nissan's various activities in North America to enhance the design, development, manufacturing, and marketing of Nissan vehicles. In 1998, the two organizations merged operations under the Nissan North America, Inc., name. NNA's mission is to provide all Nissan and Infiniti employees and dealers with the tools they need for constant improvement and consumer satisfaction. Headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee, NNA coordinates all operations in the United States, Canada, and Mexico including automotive styling, consumer, and corporate financing and engineering.

ABOUT VINSOLUTIONS (www.vinsolutions.com)
VinSolutions consolidates data from all areas of the dealership to enhance the dealer’s external marketing and internal dealership management.  An industry-leading developer of Internet-based desking, automotive CRM and Internet lead management (ILM) software, VinSolutions helps dealers find, sell, and keep their customers more profitably.  In addition to CRM, ILM and Inventory control products, VinSolutions builds custom SEO optimized dealership Web sites, mobile Web sites, uploads and brands inventory photos and videos.  VinSolutions addresses the opportunity exposed through the seven profit leaks in a dealership through proven, best practice training, consulting services, and valuable customer support ensure our client’s success.  Fully integrated data is available across entire organizations through enterprise edition from anywhere an Internet connection is available and can be viewed from any smart phone.  VinSolutions is a Microsoft partner;  is GM, Ford, Chrysler, Honda, Hyundai, Acura, Mazda, Toyota, Subaru, Volkswagen and Audi approved or certified vendor, and has working relationships, alliances and integrations with several automotive software service providers such as, but not limited to, Kelley Blue Book, Black Book, Galves, NADA, CARFAX, R.L. Polk, AIS Rebates, KnowMe, ADP, AutoSoft, Arkona,  Autodata, RouteOne, and DealerTrack.   

VinSolutions Announces Continued Growth and Strategic Development

Overland Park, Kansas – June 9, 2010- VinSolutions, Automotive CRM and software provider, is excited to announce a 129% increase in sales revenue during the first quarter of 2010.  VinSolutions has achieved this growth through continued development  of its integrated automotive CRM, ILM, Inventory, Website and Marketing Services.

The company’s software suite of solutions work together to market to and attract prospects,  encourage internet or phone inquiries, set appointments, ensure showroom floor appointments, all the way through the sales process  to satisfied, desked customers.  The mission of the VinSolutions suite of services is to Find, Sell and Keep customers for its dealership base.

DMS Bi-Directional Integration

The DMS relationship has been an integral aspect in ensuring that all the features of an Automotive CRM and software service can be utilized to the fullest extent. 

“VinSolutions growth has been advantaged by its bi-directional integration with the four major DMS providers.  This bi-directional integration ensures full functionality of the CRM and suite of software services.”  Doug Kinney, CEO VinSolutions

CRM, ILM, Inventory, Website and Marketing Services solutions incorporate together to produce a single solution that maximizes all the data within a dealership while replacing many vendors. 

OEM Relationships and Dealer Enhancements

VinSolutions customer base continued to grow at record rates for the first quarter 2010.  OEM relationships and product enhancements have combined to show VinSolutions commitment to the dealership’s desires and the industry needs.

The company has continued to add to its OEM relationships through certifications or preferred provider status with Honda and Mazda. 

Matt Watson, CTO of VinSolutions credits his customer base for the ideas and basis for continued improvement. “VinSolutions has released over 140 product enhancements this quarter alone, with the majority of the enhancements derived from dealer input and requests.”

Whether looking for a CRM, ILM, Inventory, Website, Marketing Services or a full suite of services, VinSolutions will continue to provide dealerships with exceptional services that help you Find, Sell and Keep customers.  

ABOUT VINSOLUTIONS (http://www.vinsolutions.com )
VinSolutions consolidates data from all areas of the dealership to enhance the dealer’s external marketing and internal dealership management.  An industry-leading developer of Internet-based desking, automotive CRM and Internet lead management (ILM) software, VinSolutions helps dealers attract, sell, satisfy and retain their customers more profitably.  In addition to CRM, ILM and Inventory control products, VinSolutions builds custom SEO optimized dealership Web sites, mobile Web sites, uploads and brands inventory photos and videos.  VinSolutions addresses the opportunity exposed through the seven profit leaks in a dealership through proven, best practice training, consulting services, and valuable customer support ensure our client’s success.  Fully integrated data is available across entire organizations through enterprise edition from anywhere an Internet connection is available and can be viewed from any smart phone.  VinSolutions is a Microsoft partner;  is Mazda, GM, Ford, Chrysler, Honda, Hyundai, Acura, Mazda, Toyota, Subaru, Volkswagen and Audi approved or certified vendor, and has working relationships, alliances and integrations with several automotive software service providers such as, but not limited to, Kelley Blue Book, Black Book, Galves, NADA, CARFAX, R.L. Polk, AIS Rebates, KnowMe, ADP, AutoSoft, Arkona,  Autodata, RouteOne, Reynolds and Reynolds and DealerTrack.   

VinSolutions Becomes an Approved Vendor of ADP’s Third Party Access Program

Overland Park, KS March 3, 2010 – VinSolutions announced today the successful completion of the approval process of the Third Party Access Program of the Dealer Services Group of Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADP). 

VinSolution’s MotoSnap CRM is the perfect fit for all dealerships because it was created and designed by experts and professionals from automotive sales. Previous dealership owners, general managers, finance directors and salespeople combined their expertise to create this comprehensive automotive CRM software system. MotoSnap CRM makes it easy to manage your personnel, maximize your lead proficiency, and monopolize your marketplace. MotoSnap integration offers:

• Real-time bi-directional integration points of data
• Cooperative monitoring and troubleshooting
• Online tools providing information on dealer specific programs and outstanding issues

ADP’s Third Party Access Program provides an open, secure, and integrated channel for Third Party vendors wanting access to the Dealer Management System.  ADP currently has over 100 Third Party application providers participating in its Third Party Access Program. 

 “We really appreciate the support from ADP to get the Access we needed completed.   With this new level of data capabilities we can continue to advance our solutions to support our dealers needs and requests further than another solutions found in automotive today anywhere.    This new relationship creates a significant advantage for both ADP’s customers and ours to maximize their data to the fullest!”  Doug Kinney, CEO for VinSolutions.

“ADP has always understood that dealerships own their data and enjoy having choices on how best to share and utilize that data with others. Accordingly, our continuing goal is to offer an open, secure and integrated Dealer Management System (DMS).  That is why we are excited to have VinSolutions be part of our Third Party Access Program,” states Howard Gardner, Vice President for ADP Dealer Services. 

VinSolutions Integrates Access to Carfax

This enhancement helps streamline the dealer’s used car operations and provides the ultimate convenience to its sales staff. Users can access their Carfax account to view and purchase Carfax Vehicle History Reports all within the VinSolutions’ application.

Once a Carfax Report is purchased, vehicle history highlights from Carfax are added to the dealer’s Web site listing. Online shoppers see important information right on the vehicle details page such as ownership history and if any accidents were reported to Carfax. In addition, visitors can view the Carfax Report for free with a single click of the mouse.

“Our dealerships find the Carfax integration not only a timesaver, but a differentiation for the web based customer.” Sean Stapleton Executive Vice President, VinSolutions.
For more information, visit www.vinsolutions.com.

About VinSolutions (http://www.vinsolutions.com)
An industry-leading developer of Internet-based desking, customer relations management (CRM) and Internet lead management (ILM) software, VinSolutions provides 24/7 dealership sales and marketing information to their clients anywhere Internet access is available. In addition to automotive CRM, ILM and Inventory control products, VinSolutions builds custom dealership Websites, uploads inventory photos, offers their clients quality training and consulting services, as well as valuable customer support. VinSolutions is Honda, GM, Ford, Chrysler, Subaru and Audi certified and has working relationships, alliances and integrations with several automotive software service providers such as Kelley Blue Book, Carfax, AutoSoft, Inc., Autodata, RouteOne and DealerTrack.

About Carfax (www.carfax.com)
Millions of used car buyers and sellers each year rely on Carfax, the most trusted provider of vehicle history information. Using the unique 17-character vehicle identification number (VIN) found on vehicle dashboards and title documents, Carfax instantly generates a detailed Vehicle History Report on any used car or light truck. Carfax Vehicle History Reports™ provide valuable information that helps used car buyers and sellers make better decisions. For more information or to become a Carfax-subscribing dealer, visit www.carfaxonline.com.