The Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc. has kicked off its 12th IT Summit. Nearly 100 channel partners and Alliance shareholders are registered to attend the live virtual event.
“We are excited about this opportunity for information technology collaboration and education,” said John R. Washbish, president and CEO at the Alliance. “Our IT team here at the Alliance is a powerhouse, and we look forward to discussing our technology efforts and next steps with our valued channel partner and shareholder attendees.
The event began Wednesday morning with the general session kick off. Throughout the two-day show, 16 presenters will cover 31 different information technology-related topics including ecommerce, business intelligence, inventory optimization, and more in a variety of segments and interactive question and answer sessions.
In addition to the Alliance’s technology expert, the event will also feature guest appearances from the Auto Care Association’s Taylor Mitchell, Epicor, and GCommerce. The Alliance will conclude the event by announcing the 2021 Technology Partner of the Year.
“Our team has prepared a great lineup of topics for this meeting,” said Dale E. Hopkins, Alliance vice president and CIO. “We are excited to produce this engaging and insightful summit for our attendees.”
About Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper
Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper are part of the independent member network of the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc., the premier aftermarket distribution and marketing program group in the world. As a network of independent warehouse distributors, we are the industry choice for quality parts and service with thousands of parts stores and professional repair shops across North America, Mexico, Belize, Honduras, El Salvador, Columbia, Europe and China. Our members pride themselves on responding to the individual needs of each customer and providing unequaled products and service throughout the Alliance’s global network. For more information go to www.autovalue.com or www.bumpertobumper.com.
