10 reasons to partner with VenueVision in 2021!

At the start of every new year, dealerships should review their processes and practices and see if there are ways to improve, increase productivity and as always, provide the best customer experiences they can. With the start of 2021 and all the challenges that Covid-19 have brought to staff and customers, this year it is even more important to do so.

To help make this process easier for you, VenueVision has developed tools and solutions that can help your dealership start off the new year successfully and keep you growing. Here are 10 of our solutions that can definitely up your game in providing the best in contactless and enhanced customer services.

1. autoTEXT

Using autoTEXT will keep your customers informed through the course of their Service visits with timely text messaging. Automated messages such as appointment reminders, vehicle check in, vehicle completion and service follow ups provide customers with their repair status updates and open a two-way conversation avenue to be in direct contact with their Advisor. Customize messaging for even more customer interaction with Responsive Keyword Texting. Generate automated responses based on customers’ requests for Contactless Drop off details and contactless payment options, vehicle appraisals, Shuttle requests and more.

2. Express Check-In

View all daily upcoming appointments from one page and easily see who has confirmed, cancelled or not responded. Capture appointment confirmations and cancellation requests from Appointment reminders. Send automated Express Check-In link to customers to confirm upcoming appointment details and provide additional details ahead of appointment, including pictures. Be alerted when customers submit their Express Check-In details or when they indicate they cannot make their appointment. Communicate directly from appointment dashboard to reschedule customers who need to cancel.

3. Mobile Cashier

Provide a fast, safe and contactless payment method. Send mobile links with Mobile Cashier to collect payment and deposits for every department in your dealership. Customers can access the payment portal through any mobile device or desktop computer. Within minutes, your customers can receive a link, access the portal on their device, review their invoice, enter their credit card information and send payment. Your dealership will receive instant notification that the payment was received.

4. Marketing Campaigns

Send important information and promotional messages to a specific targeted list of your customers with Marketing Campaigns. Use this campaign feature to broadcast key dealership changes and news such as updates to procedures and practices, revised hours of operations, etc. Target specific groups of customers with timely offers or specials to help out your customers in these difficult times and remind them that you are still open for business.

5. Repair Estimates

Reach your customers instantly with professional digital Repair Estimates they can view and provide approval from any mobile device or desktop computer. Include images or short service videos to provide information and visual reference for your customers. Receive customer approval within minutes with a two-step authorization process. Record and track any recommended services that were deferred by the customer for future follow up and service bookings.

6. Dealer Currency

Show your customers how much you appreciate them and ensure they return with Loyalty Rewards. Provide incentives and reward dollars for your customers that can be applied automatically based on a percentage of their service invoice. Rewards can also be applied manually to a customer’s account as a promotion, a thank you or an incentive. And, all of this is done remotely. No physical card is needed to collect or redeem, and there is no rewards program that your customers need to sign up for. It’s a perfect extension for a contactless service environment.

7. Loaner Management

Manage all aspects of your Loaner Fleet, regardless of size. Loaner Manager will ensure your team will never double book a vehicle again. Reserve, book and return all from one easy dashboard. Create customized Loaner Agreements that will stay on file for each booking. Record any vehicle damage, including uploading of images, to be stored with each and every vehicle. Create receipts upon vehicle return for any costs owing.

8. Shuttle and Valet Tracker

Shuttle Manager allows you to book all Shuttle and Valet pick ups and drop offs from one centralized location, that all staff can see. View real-time visibility of all vehicles and track location at any time. Shuttle drivers can integrate with Android or iOS Shuttle App and receive all assigned trip information or claim bookings that haven’t been assigned. Send automated link to customer once trip has been started with real-time tracking link so customers will know exactly when shuttle is arriving.

9. Digital Signage

VenueVision has been installing, managing and producing quality Digital Signage content and solutions for almost 20 years. If you’re looking to update your facility, provide information and entertainment to your customers and get away from old school POP marketing materials, then you’ll want to look into our Digital Signage options. VenueVision provides branded digital content on a National level for all OEMs, plus you have the option to add Custom Content or specialty dashboards such as Digital Menuboards, Integrated Service Appointment boards, Featured Vehicle screens and more.

10. Employee Screening

Providing solutions that help dealerships increase their Customer Service Experiences is VenueVision’s main focus, but we also want you to keep your customers and employees safe. With increased Ministry of Health regulations from province to province, we have developed an Employee Screening texting solution to allow your dealership to quickly and safely conduct required daily screening questions for your staff. Track all responses and be alerted with any positive replies.

Make 2021 a better year, with better solutions for your dealership

The start of a new year is a great time to rethink, restructure and refocus. If there are areas or departments in your dealership that are struggling or need attention, one of our solutions could be the answer. Contact the VenueVision team (sales@venuevision.com) if you would like more information on any of our products or would like to schedule a free online demo.

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