Patent ID: 6990461

Claim:
A method of analyzing and prioritizing a vehicle-related business utilizing a computerized analysis module and a computerized transaction module with the analysis module having a plurality of data entry forms, said method comprising the steps of: determining a number of categories for the vehicle-related business and storing the categories in the analysis module with each of the categories defining a different priority for the vehicle related business; associating at least one data entry form with each of the categories with each data entry form including a plurality of questions relevant to each particular category; linking each of the categories to the associated data entry form through the analysis module; inputting rankings into said questions of said data entry form linked to a particular category by answering said questions; automatically calculating a strength of the particular category through the analysis module with said strength being based upon the inputted rankings of said questions; utilizing the analysis module to assign a strength indicator for the particular category based upon the inputs and calculations; linking the transaction module to the analysis module; tracking equipment used by the vehicle-related business through the transaction module; identifying a problem associated with the use of the equipment; and automatically recommending to the vehicle-related business the purchase of additional equipment or services such that the vehicle-related business can operate at an increased proficiency.