Autocat+ is about to get even better

MAM Software's latest catalogue release will improve product identification and enhance usability

Printable version 30 January 2008

Aftermarket software developer provider MAM Software has today announced the forthcoming launch of the latest version of its electronic catalogue solution Autocat+. Version 5, which is due for release in February 2008, will provide motor factors and retailers with new tools for improving the identification and selection of automotive components from a range of over 170 aftermarket suppliers.

In this latest version of Autocat+, product identification will be improved with the introduction of a number of enhancements including improved data matching, VIN decoding and full-text note searches. 

The additional scrutiny of additional data fields such as engine code, door plan, BHP, exact cc and valves will greatly help to improve search accuracy. VIN decoding (where available) will clarify inaccuracies in build dates and a full-text search of supplier notes will help users pinpoint the correct part to supply.

Improvements to both the UserCat and UserGroups functions of Autocat+ will further enhance the software's usability.

Through UserCat, users will be able to employ the existing MAM makes and models index (MMI) to create their own product references. These will automatically appear colour-coded at the top of any search results for easy identification.

Autocat's UserGroups facility will be improved to allow users to create and maintain their own product groups and categories. This will enable users to identify products by their own familiar terminology and classification.

Autocat+ v5.0 is due for release in February 2008. To date, the software is used at over 900 locations by over 4,300 users, the vast majority of which benefit from having full integration with their Autopart (v17 and v20) management software. Autocat+ has been integrated with other automotive management solutions and is also available as a stand-alone solution.

For more information – including details of how to sign-up for a free trial – please contact MAM Software on 0800 316 5585.