Reason #3: One System. Total Control. Save Time, Reduce Errors, and Let the System Do the Work Why One System Matters When you rely on a patchwork of third-party software, you deal with: With Lightspeed, all your departments connect in real time. Inventory updates automatically when parts are sold or received. Salespeople can see the […]
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A Smart Approach to Year-End Inventory Pushes. In the world of recreational vehicles and vessels, the seasonal shift often brings more than just new models—it also brings opportunities. As manufacturers gear up to deliver next year’s inventory, they frequently roll out incentives to help dealers move out the previous year’s stock. These incentives usually come […]
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Reason #1: Lightspeed Automations – Save Time, Reduce Errors, and Let the System Do the Work Running a dealership is demanding—your systems should be working for you, not the other way around. If your team is still manually updating inventory with pen and paper, chasing down customer signatures, or struggling to follow up with leads—you’re […]
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Lightspeed on Capitol Hill: Helping RV Dealers Drive Savings Through New Legislation Earlier this summer, I had the privilege of representing Lightspeed and the broader RV industry in Washington, D.C. as part of the RV Industry Association’s 2025 Move America Week. This annual gathering of industry leaders, lawmakers, and advocacy teams is always impactful—but this […]
Why Dealership Growth Starts with a Pit Stop In the fast-paced world of dealership operations, the instinct is often to move quicker, push harder, and never hit the brakes. But here’s a powerful truth our Chief Sales Officer, Brian Bodine, lives by: Sometimes you have to slow down to speed up. That might sound counterintuitive […]
Lightspeed’s latest integration with Turn 14 Distribution is already creating measurable efficiencies for powersports dealers—and the industry is taking notice. Learn more. In a recent article by Motorcycle & Powersports News, the team at Edge Performance Sports in Ontario, Oregon shares how this new Lightspeed integration allows their dealership to see Turn 14 parts availability […]
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Real-Time Parts Price File Updates and VIN Decoding Now Available SALT LAKE CITY, UT – May 1, 2025 — Lightspeed DMS, a leading provider of dealership management software for RV dealers, today announced a seamless new integration with Alliance RV, delivering real-time Parts Price File updates and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Decoding capabilities. Alliance RV […]
For many professionals in Powersports, Marine and RV dealerships the annual Parts Physical Inventory Count can cause a bit of stress. Whether you complete your physical inventory count at the end of the year or quarterly – regardless of the time of year, however, counting parts is never something anyone looks forward to. In the […]
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Whether you’re managing the latest models off the factory line or a lineup of previously owned rigs with a story to tell, inventory management is at the heart of your RV dealership. But new and used units each come with their own unique challenges—and your Dealer Management System (DMS) needs to be equipped to handle […]
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In today’s fast-paced business environment, data analytics is a game-changer. It empowers dealerships to make smarter decisions that drive growth, streamline operations, and elevate the customer experience. For enterprise-level, multi-unit RV, marine, and powersports dealerships, leveraging analytics within an enterprise dealership management system (EDMS) is critical for staying competitive and maintaining consistent performance across locations. […]
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