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Features and benefits
Linking Dealers and Body Shops
Microcat PartsBridge®(MPB) an online collision parts bid management and ordering system. The system allows body shops to view and send orders directly to their dealerships through a webbased application, also giving them the opportunity to receive quotes on genuine parts. The dealer is able to view the entire body shop collision estimate and gain a detailed understanding of the repair work being carried out. This provides them with the opportunity to suggest supplemental parts that the Body shop will also require for the repair.Features that Sell Parts
Visibility - receive the entire collision estimate to quote on all parts required, even those that would otherwise have gone to the aftermarket.- VIN Validation - automatically validate the customer VIN to ensure order accuracy without manually searching for parts in the EPC.
- Electronic Parts Catalog - offer collision customers access to OE data, illustrations and VIN details that they were not previously shown.
- Customized Pricing - set pricing structures for each customer to ensure the most accurate quotes.
- “Paperless Process - the online system eliminates faxes, manual entry and rebate paperwork using automatic VIN validation, DMS integration and OE compensation.
- Shared Information - all parts personnel are alerted of incoming orders ensuring timely processing with an electronic record of each order available in the system.
- DMS Integration - ensures basic parts transfer capability into the DMS, allowing for a paperless process.
- Automatic Updates - all users access the same EPC version and up-to-date parts information (prices/supercession) without complicated downloads.
- PC and Operating System Flexibility - works on any Windows, Macintosh, Linux and tablet computers with internet connection and an Adobe Flash-compatible browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox and Chrome, which future proofs dealers and body shops from hardware and operating system changes.
- Secure Access Anywhere, Anytime - With a computer, an Internet connection and a user name and password, users are up and running anywhere, anytime.
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Sell more parts
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Benefits
View entire order View the entire order, including aftermarket, refurbished parts and labor lines, giving the opportunity to quote competitively. Collision Advantage Program Gain exclusive access to the Collision Advantage Program, offering rebates on select parts. Profit Calculator Automatically calculate the profi t on individual parts and the entire order, allowing personnel to make informed quotes to maximize sales. Competitor Pricing Access to estimating system pricing, providing visibility to local market pricing. Create Relationships Build wholesale relationships by providing system to customers free of charge. Customer Access to EPC Provide access to the OE EPC to empower customers to order more parts, including the clips, bolts and fasteners that are not in the estimating system. 24/7 Access With online ordering 24/7, no delayed orders due to missed faxes or busy phones. Reporting Rebate and invoice reports available in selected date ranges. - Information.
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User performance and satisfaction
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Benefits
VIN Validation Over 90% of parts are validated with automated VIN validation. There is no need to check customers order in the OE EPC, saving time. Partial Part # Searching Type in the first 5 digits of a part number to view the VIN specific part. Description Searching Type in a partial description and view all matching parts. Illustration Handling Tools Manage resizing, emailing, and printing from within the parts illustration. Paperless Process Eliminate manual entry and save time with VIN validation, DMS integration, and no rebate forms to file. Permanent Records Stores a permanent record of each order entered into the system. DMS Integration Transfer parts list to your in house system with the click of a button. See & Learn Videos Learn by example – access to learning videos cover any key features to maximize your skills and productivity. - Body Shop Benefits.
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Improved cycle time
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Benefits
Fast Access Microcat PartsBridge is provided by the sponsoring dealer, at no cost to the shop. Integrates with estimating system Integration with the estimating system(s) means estimates automatically upload into MPB. VIN Validation Over 90% of parts are validated with automated VIN validation, providing confidence in the parts order process. OEM Details Access the genuine data including VIN details, detailed illustration and clips, fasteners and bolts. Illustration Handling Tools Manage resizing, emailing, and printing from within the parts illustration. OEM Part Quotes Receive competitive quotes on OEM parts, allowing improved cycle time. All Makes Ordering Allows export of all orders for electronic sending to any manufacturer via email or fax (where internal fax is set up). Permanent Records Stores a permanent record of each order entered into the system. 24/7 Access Online ordering 24/7, no delays due to missed faxes or busy phones. See & Learn Videos Learn by example – access to learning videos cover any key features to maximize user skills and productivity. - Details Matter.
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Illustration details matter
In this example of a front bumper assembly, the estimating system only shows 15 parts. Microcat PartsBridge shows 26 parts, including parts numbers. The MPB illustration shows all additional parts clips, fasteners and bolts in greater detail.
Estimating System Illustration
Microcat PartsBridge Illustration
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Recommended operating platforms and system specifications
Microcat PartsBridge has been tested on the following operating platforms and browsers
- Windows XP or later
- Adobe Flash Player 9 or later
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later
The following hardware configurations are recommended for an optimal experience
- 2 GHz processor or greater
- 512MB of RAM
- 1024 x 768screen resolution
Internet connection and browser requirements
Under normal conditions, a high-speed broadband connection with low latency, handles most of the needs of a modern business and Microcat PartsBridge. If the connection also supports internet based telephone / video calls, downloading of large fi les, or hosting a website, then a higher grade line might be required. Your internet service provider can take into account your particular circumstances and advise accordingly. We can provide assistance in gauging your connection and help your advisor tune the connection.
- Broadband Internet access (T1, Cable, xDSL or better connection)
- Where an Internet proxy server or fi rewall is being used, ensure that you have unrestricted access to “*.ifmsystems.com” and “*.microcat.net”
- Cookies enabled
- JavaScript enabled
- Active X controls enabled
- Where the browser Popup Blocker setting is switched on – ensure that “.ifmsystems.com” and “*.microcat.net” domains are included as an exception
