Marine dealerships have more technology at their fingertips than ever before. But more tools don’t necessarily mean greater efficiency. That was one of the topics Lightspeed’s Ryan Kloppe recently explored on the MRAA Boat Biz Podcast, where he joined the conversation to discuss how dealers can use technology to work smarter, reduce friction and create […]
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For marine dealers, the shift from the 2026 lineup to the 2027 model year is more than a seasonal inventory change. It is a critical business transition that directly affects profitability, cash flow, inventory aging, and customer demand. The most successful dealers don’t treat model-year transition as a clearance event. They manage it as a […]
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The marine industry has always operated on long selling cycles, seasonal demand shifts, and significant inventory investments. Today, dealers face an added layer of complexity: managing trade-ins alongside incoming model-year inventory while keeping customers informed. Success isn’t about stocking more. It’s about creating visibility across every stage of the inventory lifecycle and leveraging technology to […]
Built directly into Lightspeed DMS, AI Command Center is purpose-built to help marine dealers move beyond digging through reports and disconnected systems and start turning real-time data into smarter, more predictive decisions. We’re proud to see this innovation recognized and grateful to the Lightspeed team, our AI Pioneer beta dealers, and the marine dealers who […]
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TAMPA, FL – [December 9, 2025] Lightspeed, the leading dealer management solution for the marine and recreation industries, proudly announced the recipients of the 2025 Marine RECT (Repair Event Cycle Time) Excellence & Innovation Awards. The honors were presented Tuesday, December 9th during MRAA Dealer Week in Tampa, Florida – the industry’s premier gathering of marine dealer professionals. Each year, Lightspeed recognizes dealerships and manufacturers who […]
EmailMarketing, InsightHub, Multi-Store, and Sales Video SALT LAKE CITY, UT – November 11, 2025 – Lightspeed, the leading provider of dealership management software for powersports, marine, RV, trailer, and golf car dealers, today announced a wave of dealer-validated product innovations spanning four high-impact areas: EmailMarketing, InsightHub, expanded Multi-Store capabilities, and Tech & Sales Video. Together, these updates advance Lightspeed’s mission to help […]
Salt Lake City, UT — [November 3, 2025] — Lightspeed extends heartfelt congratulations to the exceptional dealers recognized at this year’s Nautique Dealer Meeting, held October 12–14 in Orlando, Florida. The event brought together leaders from across the Nautique Boats network to celebrate remarkable performance, customer dedication, and forward-thinking innovation. Among this year’s award-winning dealers, […]
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October was another action-packed month for the Lightspeed team, and we loved every minute of it! From coast to coast, our reps hit the road to connect with dealers, showcase new innovations, and gather insights that will help shape the future of dealership technology. October on the RoadFrom boats to Golf Carts, we’ve been living […]
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In the world of recreational dealerships and service centers, one truth stands out: the customer should always be at the heart of your business. While they may not always be right in their expectations, their experience is what drives loyalty, repeat business, and referrals. Take Mountaineer RV, for example. Their founders were so dissatisfied with […]
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We’re heading to Horseshoe Bay, TX October 19th – 21st for the Tige Boats Dealer Meeting—and we’d love to connect with you! Lightspeed is the marine industry’s leading dealer management solution, built to help you run a more profitable, efficient, and connected business. Whether you’re on the sales floor, in the service bay, or managing inventory, […]
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