There's a lot more going on here than just stripping some paperwork and delays out of the process. The motor vehicle industry is re-inventing itself. Soon it may become standard practice to visit a car maker s Web site, configure and order a car in the color and with the options you want and arrange financing, as well. The car maker s computer system will then automatically transfer the Web order to the relevant factory. The factory s purchase request for parts and accessories will be automatically updated.
Suppliers can then electronically bid via the Web on the delivery of parts.
All will automatically spring into action and a few days later, your car will be parked on your driveway. Companies with a sound functioning core system are well positioned for embarking on e-business. Strategic customers include BMW, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Hino, Hummer, KIA, KTM Sportmotorcycles, Land Rover, Qvale's Mangusta, Saab, Toyota and many more prestigious names in the automotive, truck and motorcycle industries. KTM Sportmotorcycles uses Strategic s Web dealer communication system to allow its 260 plus dealers to order parts. Rod Bush , President of KTM, says Being an easier company to do business with should increase sales.