Let’s Make Waves Together! Get ready to ride the wave of excitement at MRAA Dealer Week 2024—the biggest dealer event in the marine industry! From December 8-11th in sunny Orlando, FL, the marine world’s best and brightest will gather, and you don’t want to miss your chance to dive into the action. Why Marine Dealers […]
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Driving Efficiencies for RV Dealers with Lightspeed Are you an RV dealer looking for ways to streamline your operations and stay ahead in a competitive market? Lightspeed’s very own Brad Lloyd and Jeremy Johnson have teamed up with RVBusiness for their Supply Side podcast, delivering actionable insights and strategies tailored for RV dealerships. In this […]
Managing Parts Categories Efficiently If you’ve worked in dealership management, you know that managing inventory effectively is more than just knowing what’s in stock—it’s about ensuring every part has a purpose and that each category aligns with your operational goals. In this Insider’s Guide to Lightspeed blog, we’ll cover the essentials of changing parts categories, […]
Welcome back to the Insider’s Guide to Lightspeed! One of the biggest challenges dealers face is ensuring that Accounts Receivable (A/R) balances are paid promptly. When payments lag, it disrupts cash flow and impacts the bottom line. But, as we know, if a process is simple, it’s more likely to be done consistently. That’s why […]
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A Look at Metrics and Lead Tracking Inside Lightspeed For those who know me, much of my career in powersports was spent on the digital side, with nearly two decades at ARI. One aspect I’ve always enjoyed about working with websites is the abundance of tangible data points that can be tracked and analyzed at […]
In this ever-changing industry, staying ahead requires more than just managing customer relationships—it’s about running a seamless, efficient operation that integrates every aspect of your dealership. Many dealerships rely on Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools to manage leads and communications, but as your business grows, a CRM alone may not be enough. To keep pace […]
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Meet Luminous Swift I am excited to share my “Lightspeed Resume” with you as I continue my journey at Lightspeed DMS. I am passionate about empowering dealerships in the recreation industry everywhere. Over the past 40 years, I have developed skills that enable me to understand the unique challenges faced by our partners. My goal […]
Edit AP Invoice At Lightspeed, we believe that the key to staying ahead in the ever-evolving world of dealership management is a commitment to continuous improvement. This philosophy, known as “Kaizen,” is central to everything we do. It’s one reason why Lightspeed remains the dealer management solution (DMS) provider for so many dealerships, as we […]
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Over my 20-plus years in the recreation industry, I’ve rolled through many different dealerships, and let me tell you, the ones with top-notch Finance & Insurance (F&I) processes are cruising smoothly. These dealers offer customers a comfy, consistent, and streamlined buying experience, which leads to happy campers and a more profitable business. According to a […]
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Let’s face it: navigating the business world can be a bit of a rollercoaster. But what if you could hitch a ride with a buddy who knows the ropes? That’s where partnerships and integrations come in. These dynamic duos can supercharge your growth, boost efficiency, reduce training, and spark innovation. Ready to find out how? […]
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