Choosing a dealership management system in 2026 is about far more than monthly pricing or contract length. For RV, trailer, marine, powersports, and golf car dealerships, your DMS now sits at the center of daily operations. It touches sales, service, parts, accounting, customer communication, reporting, payments, and long-term growth. That means choosing the right platform […]
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The future of dealership operations is evolving fast—and it’s not slowing down anytime soon. I recently had the opportunity to join RVBusiness for their SupplySide Showcase to talk about how modern technology is reshaping the way dealerships operate and where the industry is headed next. What This Means for Dealerships During the conversation, I shared […]
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For many children with cancer, life can feel very different from that of their peers. Time is often shaped by hospital visits, treatment schedules, and long days indoors. What they need most is something simple but powerful – a chance to feel like a child again. Care Camps Foundation is on a mission to provide […]
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At Lightspeed, we know great leadership when we see it—and we’re proud to celebrate one of our own. At Lightspeed, we know great leadership when we see it—and we’re proud to celebrate one of our own.Congratulations to Kristin Johnson for being recognized by RV PRO as one of its 2026 20 Women in Business honorees. […]
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The payment methods your customers expect are already here – the real question is whether they’re connected to the system that runs your dealership. What Are “Modern” Payment Methods, Exactly? Customers don’t think about payment methods — until they have to. Modern payment methods are how customers expect to pay today – and how dealership […]
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Something changed in how your customers want to talk to you, and it did not happen gradually. Eighty percent of consumers no longer answer calls from unknown numbers. Phone contact preference at dealerships has dropped to 13%. The customers walking onto your lot tomorrow will text before they call, email before they visit, and expect […]
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Reason #4 Streamlined Sales Processes. Sell Smarter, Close Faster In today’s dealership environment, buyers expect speed, clarity, and convenience—and your sales team needs tools that help them deliver all three. That’s where Lightspeed shines. With intuitive workflows, customer-friendly tools, and mobile flexibility, Lightspeed helps your team move faster, work smarter, and close deals from anywhere—on […]
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DMS = System. Software. Solution. Simplified. We decode the name and unpack the power behind it. Let’s be honest: the term DMS gets thrown around a lot in the dealership world, and depending on who you’re talking to, it might stand for: So, which one is right? All of them. They’re just different ways of […]
Think of the last time you received exceptional customer service. Was it an online interaction, a phone call, or an in-person experience? For me, great service is all about personalization. Just last week, I walked into one of our favorite local restaurants—no reservation, just a casual night out. While taking our order, the server smiled […]
Critical, moment-defining skills can often be associated with fields like aviation and the military, but the same principles can also apply to our Marine, Powersports, and RV dealerships. Training isn’t just about knowing the steps; it’s about executing them confidently, without hesitation. That’s the impact of consistent, hands-on training. […]