Back in the day, parts information moved from automotive OEMs to dealers through paper catalogs. However, the internet has since revolutionized this process, making the retrieval of critical industry data much more efficient.
The key turning point was the advent of the electronic parts catalog, which forever altered the landscape. OEMs should be eternally grateful.
Before the electronic parts catalog, if there was an updated part number, dealers could not find it out for more than 24 hours, at least. And then they need call the OEM. And they take 5–7 days to even let you know. This whole process was really a mess and full of hassles.
After the introduction of EPC (electronic parts catalog) into the spare parts market, it has become easier for OEMs and dealers to identify parts and send them to remote locations as per orders. Additionally, EPCs allow OEMs to manage inventory more efficiently and help employees quickly locate the parts they are seeking. In short, EPCs offer ideal efficiency.
Benefits of Electronic Parts Catalog
Immediacy Is Offered
Parts managers need an online, electronic parts catalog, considering how much they can help you keep tabs on inventory. And, another benefit of an online parts catalog is OEMs and dealers can automatically look up into their system, to see if another dealership has same part. That’s a major benefit.
Updated Parts Number
The technical publishers can make changes and update them to the electronic parts catalog in real time.
Ease of Use
Electronic parts catalog often featured tabs to search parts and clicking on one of those simply began a meandering process to locate parts. One can also simply type in an EPC’s search box, or copy-paste parts number in search box to get results instantly.
Now, with the search bar, it’s 10 times quicker,” she says of online parts hunts. No need to wait, as it simplifies the parts lookup.
Help Desk Assistance
OEMs and dealers will have a 'help desk' associated with their EPC for automotive industry software. This means part searches will rarely be as stressful as they used to be. With the electronic parts catalog, OEMs can simply shoot an email. That's a major advantage. It's so much quicker now.
EPC for the automotive industry is fully capable of automating the parts management process, including record-keeping of available inventory, sales records, e-commerce facilities, and searching for the correct part according to user needs. It can also help locate parts through images if the VIN number is unavailable.
It can be easily integrated with existing platforms and is compatible with mobile and tablet devices. The software is user-friendly and doesn’t require special training to operate.
If you're interested in the electronic parts catalog or would like to learn more about the software, request a free demo.
