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I still have a tab there - still says more info coming...

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Get ready, I was assured at the last meeting that it will happen this year. They already have worked the integration into the estimating systems and are trying to get the DMSs on board. (I'm guessing R&R is giving them a hard time).

Here we go.







GM DMS Integration for MyPriceLink Dealer Communication – 3.25.15



We are reaching out to request your support in contacting your DMS provider about integration with OEConnection’s MyPriceLink (and CollisionLink) solutions.

As you are likely aware, GM announced plans for MyPriceLink in 2014, which would end publishing static List Prices on collision parts to instead launch real-time List Prices. As a result of industry collaboration, MyPriceLink workflows for dealers, body shops, insurance companies and independent adjusters have been streamlined. GM and OEC have engaged industry technology resources to implement improved workflows. To implement these streamlined workflows, launch timing has been rescheduled. GM is committed to launching MyPriceLink in 2015.

GM recognizes the challenge of not having a List Price available within your DMS. GM, along with OEC, have developed a solution which will take quote related information (such as List Price, Sell Price, Part Number, Quantity, etc.) and prepopulate screens within the DMS to minimize rekeying of information, particularly when creating an invoice. Additionally, this solution allows the DMS to send finalized invoice information back to OEC to prepopulate screens needed to submit claims for reimbursement.

As a GM dealer selling Genuine GM OE parts, you have a significant interest in ensuring that your DMS provider successfully integrates with OEC.

We are asking you to reach out to your DMS provider contacts and communicate to them how important their integration with OEC is to your business. Below are key talking points to use in those conversations:

· I understand that your company was invited to a MyPriceLink integration kick-off meeting in mid-February.

· OEC has technical specs for the integration available, but at this time you have not committed to a priority timeline to complete the integration.

· With the impending implementation of MyPriceLink and GM’s removal of List Price on collision parts in the monthly price tape, it becomes very important to have integration between OEC and the provider’s system.

· Without the ability to transfer pricing information electronically, you will be significantly impacting my ability to fully leverage your system to support my business.

· As your customer, I need you to understand the significance of this integration and ask that you take the necessary action to ensure integration of your DMS with OEC.

We appreciate your support in making your feelings known to your DMS provider and look forward to a successful launch of MyPriceLink.



The chart below indicates the responses received from the DMS providers showing their interest and commitment to integration.



DSP
Status

ADAM Systems
Has not committed to integration

Advent Resources
Has not committed to integration

AutoMate
Will be in June pilot

AutoSoft
Has not committed to integration

CDK (formerly ADP)
Will integrate (but cannot start Development until June)

DealerBuilt
Has not committed to integration

DealerStar
Has not committed to integration

Dealertrack Systems Inc.
Will be in June pilot

Dominion Enterprises
Will be in June pilot

DPC Systems Inc.
Will integrate

PBS
Has not committed to integration

Quorum
Will integrate

Reynolds & Reynolds
Has not committed to integration

It's just too bad GM doesn't listen to its dealers when we say "LEAVE THE PRICES TAPES ALONE" maybe if they would focus on helping the dealers instead of there own pockets they would see the dealer body as an asset and partner . I worked fo Chrysler for 20 years and I thought they were bad but compared to these nutcases they really did care about the dealers.

Has anyone heard anymore about this fiasco? I'm hoping GM realized the error of it's ways and will let this die.
mypricelink dot com is still out there saying "More info coming soon!"

Got a call from Collision Link today with his spiel and yes My Price Link (Link meaning waste of my time in GM speak) is still viable and will be an integral and part of Collision Link. Now a days anytime I see anything with "Link" attached I throw up a little bit in my mouth. It will only get worse, I'm sure.

Got this reply from a Reynolds rep today.
Here is the answer to your “MyPriceLink” question,


This project came across from GM as a “preferred” project. Originally the business model was unclear and this caused a delay in our processing of the opportunity. Right now we intend to provide this integration for both ERA and POWER. This integration would cover the DMS integration for MyPriceLink so the dealer has an efficient and automated method in which to process their invoice if they have signed up for the CollisionLink subscription through OEConnection. We should have our formal response to GM within a week, if not sooner. Let me know if you need anything else.

2longinparts wrote: "Originally the business model was unclear and this caused a delay in our processing of the opportunity."

Wow. Impressive spin doctoring. This person must be a former (or future) politician.

Thanks for the info.