Process Reengineering – Service

Q.        What Is The Objective Of Process Reengineering-Service?

A.   The objective of Process Reengineering-Service is to equip Service Management with the concepts, tools, processes and training necessary to maximize customer loyalty and department profitability while fully utilizing your ADP System.

Q.  What Are The Indicators That I Need This Service?

A.   Some of the primary indicators of a need for Process Reengineering-Service are: uCustomer complaints and/or low CSI scores  uEffective labor rate lower than projected uCustomer pay hours per repair order lower than expected  uTechnician productivity lower than 100%  utotal department expenses higher than 50% of total labor sales uGross profit less than 70% of total labor sales  uNet profit less than 10% of total labor sales.

Q.  What Specific Benefits Can I Expect From This Service?

A.   The primary benefits of this service are:  uImproved customer service  uIncreased effective labor rate  uIncreased customer pay hours per repair order  uIncreased technician productivity  uIncreased gross and net profit uImproved utilization of the ADP Computer System

Q.        What Are The Specific Service Areas Addressed In Process Reengineering-Service?

A.  Process Reengineering-Service includes training and process implementation in the following key areas:

The Facility Management Processes

uDealership Grounds  uService Traffic  uVehicle Parking  uService Buildings, equipment and Work Space  uBusiness Operating Hours

The Merchandising Processes

uThe Service Market  uThe Competition   uA Sales and Marketing Strategy  uService and Parts Merchandising Tools  uSelling Service

The Customer Service Processes

uService Customer Appointments  uCustomer Reception and Repair Order Write-Up uWork Flow Control  uService and Vehicle Delivery  uService Customer Follow-Up

The Service Production Processes

uService Operating Capacity  uOrganizational Structuring  uDispatching and Production  uProductivity  uQuality Control

The Human Resources Management Processes

uDepartmental Staffing  uHiring Practices  uPersonnel Training  uJob Responsibilities uPay Plans

The Performance Tracking Processes

uFinancial Statement Analysis  uMeasuring Performance  uSetting Goals and Evaluating Performance  uMonitoring Performance  uAnalyzing Performance  uImproving Performance

The ADP Computer Systems Utilization Processes

uVariable Labor Rates  uCompetitive & Menu Labor Op-Codes  uCompetitive & Menu Parts Pricing  uDispatch Codes  uTechnician Skills  uLaser Type-2 Font Cartridge

Q.        Who should be involved in Process Reengineering-Service training?

A.  Process Reengineering-Service provides extensive training for Service and Parts management and Service Advisors. However, all key service and parts personnel are involved and affected. ASC encourages training seminar participation by all service department staff and support personnel, Dealers, General Managers and any other dealership personnel interested in the success of the service and parts departments.

Q. How Long Does The Training And Implementation Process Take And When Can I Expect Positive Results?

A.   Process Reengineering-Service generally involves a minimum of 18 in-dealership consulting days to complete training, process development and implementation. However, because we customize the application to the Client’s needs, the total involvement is based on that customization. Most service departments realize measurable improvement during the first two to three months, however gradual improvement usually continues for about the first six months.