Allparts commit to Autopart

Allparts Automotive Ltd to implement MAM Software's Autopart management solution

Printable version 21 November 2007

Allparts Automotive Ltd, a major UK automotive parts distributor and founder member of the UK Parts Alliance, has committed to implementing MAM Software's Autopart management solution as part of its on-going strategy to develop and grow its business.

The new Autopart management solution will provide the company with state-of-the-art customer service technology, as well as specialist back-office management tools, giving staff at its High Wycombe head office improved visibility and tighter control of operations at its eight distribution centres across the north and west home counties.

In a recent communication to employees, Mark Darvill, Managing Director of Allparts, explained the decision to partner with MAM. "After much research we have taken the decision to move away from our current provider and will be implementing MAM's Autopart software. It is a highly regarded and well established industry system used by many distributors, including CES, Central Auto Supplies and GMF of the UK Parts Alliance."

"This new software will deliver many advantages to our business as we continue to grow and change in the future. It will provide a host of additional benefits throughout the business from point-of-sale, product management and reporting, through to warehousing, distribution and e-commerce " Mark Darvill explained.

"It was crucial we aligned ourselves with a progressive, dynamic software partner to replace our current system as this project is critical to our future strategy." Mark Darvill continued. "I am confident that MAM will provide the expertise, functionality and support through its Autopart software necessary to take us through the next five years of our business strategy and beyond."

Mike Jamieson, Managing Director of MAM Software commented "Allparts Automotive is a very successful and capable company with a clear ambition to succeed. We are delighted that they have chosen our software as their platform for future growth. It demonstrates the strength of the Autopart system and underlines how well the software is able to handle the complex demands of a multifaceted business."

The new Autopart system will operate 'live-on-line' with servers located in a new dedicated hosting centre at Allpart's High Wycombe head office. A new resilient inter-branch communication network is to be installed and the hardware will be supplied complete with a full disaster recovery setup and separate development and training server. These will be delivered during the coming weeks and the first training terminals will be installed early next year. Rollout will commence shortly afterwards and the new system is anticipated to be fully operational mid-year.

About MAM Software Ltd.

MAM Software provides software and service solutions to 1600 distribution, wholesale and retail businesses within the UK automotive aftermarket. MAM solutions assist customers in simplifying their businesses by helping them streamline processes, reduce costs and enhance operational performance. Products in the MAM range include business management applications, electronic catalogues and e-commerce solutions. Read more at www.mamsoft.co.uk

About Allparts Automotive Ltd.

Allparts, a founder member of the UK Parts Alliance, is now widely recognised as one of the country's leading automotive parts distributors and business solutions providers. Established in 1974 in High Wycombe Bucks, it was one of the first parts distributors in the UK to offer "on demand" deliveries to workshops and fitting stations. With eight distribution centres strategically located across the north and west home counties, the company now boasts over 100,000 sq. ft of warehousing space, stocking in excess of £7M of automotive parts for all makes of European & Japanese vehicles. Read more at www.allpartsautomotive.co.uk

About UK Parts Alliance Ltd.

The UK Parts Alliance Ltd is a major force in the distribution of automotive parts in the UK automotive aftermarket, comprising nine strategically located, independent distributor companies, specialising in the national and local supply of O.E. manufacturers' branded products and support services. The group has a total of 154 branches, holding in excess of £55m of harmonised parts stock and has a turnover of £315m. Read more at www.ukpa.net