1. Accounting Office: Vehicle Models & Deal Posting Templates are here. No more correcting G/L numbers when posting F&I Deals! The automatic activation is currently underway.

2. Accounting Office: Accounting Program 31 (GL / Schedules / Transaction Inquiry) automatic activation is currently underway

3. Service Merchandising: The new Auto/Mate Multi-Point Inspection (MPI) Usage Report Generator rollout will begin soon

4. Service Merchandising: The new Auto/Mate MPI form custom settings for the Tire Tread Depth color indicator rollout will begin soon

5. Chrysler / Fiat Dealers The new Warranty Interface & Labor Time Guide rollout is currently underway

6. Sales / F&I We now have a credit processing integration through CUDL in the F&I Desk/Mate module and the rollout is currently underway.

 

WHAT’S NEW?

 

ACCOUNTING OFFICE

Vehicle Models & Deal Posting G/L Accounts Templates

Do you have to correct G/L Account Numbers when you post F&I Deals because you have G/L numbers postfixed with “*”? If you answered yes, the New Vehicle Models & Deal Posting G/L Account Numbers Templates are the solutions for you.

*The automatic activation is currently underway*

In the meantime, we have created documents that review the Features & Benefits as well as what to expect during activation. You can also view step-by-step setup instructions (if you choose to use this feature) and learn how to post F&I deals with templates. The documents are available on the AMU Portal Message Center.

Accounting Program 31 (GL / Schedules / Transaction Inquiry)

The NEW Accounting Inquiry (Program 31) automatic activation process for dealers that have not yet activated (including the 13 Month Companies) is currently underway.

*The automatic activation is currently underway*

In the meantime, if you have not already activated it, we have created some terrific step-by-step instructions on how to use and activate this enhancement. Documentation and video will easily guide you through turning it on and they are all available on the AMU Portal Message Center.

 

SERVICE MERCHANDISING

NEW A/M Multi Point Inspection (MPI) Usage Report Generator

We have added an optional new feature in Service Merchandising that allows you to generate a report for the A/M Multi-Point Inspection Form usage by your advisors and technicians (if the A/M Dispatch Module is used). The report also provides customer, vehicle, and MPI information that can be used as a customer follow up tool to increase Service Department traffic.

*The rollout will begin soon*

For detailed information and “How To” documents, visit the AMU Portal Message Center.

NEW Settings for A/M Multi Point Inspection (MPI), Tire Depth Color Indicators

We have added an optional new feature in Service Merchandising’s Multi Point Inspection setup screen that allows you to customize the yellow and red color indicators for the Tire Tread Depth according to dealership or Manufacturer specifications.

*The rollout will begin soon*

For detailed information and “How To” documents, visit the AMU Portal Message Center.

CHRYSLER / FIAT DEALERS

The Newly Redesigned Warranty Claims & Labor Time Guide Interface

The newly redesigned Chrysler Warranty Claims and Labor Time Guide Interface enhancement includes many easy to use features like one-screen processing, a wiring repair location diagram, the ability to import multiple operation codes into the Detailed Labor Ops screen, all the new Chrysler Limits, per RO line claim submission option, individual tax flag for Special Service Operations, and more.

*The rollout to Chrysler/Fiat Dealers is currently underway*

For detailed information and “How To” documents, visit the AMU Portal Message Center or search using keywords: New Chrysler.

Sales / F&I

Credit Processing Integration Through CUDL

Auto/Mate now includes Credit Processing through CUDL. The CUDL System Integration offers dealerships the ability to initiate a credit inquiry on behalf of a participating Credit Union, upon submission of a credit inquiry through the Auto/Mate Desking module.

*To activate this integration, contact our Third Party Activation Department*

We have a short document available that illustrates how to use this new integration on the AMU Portal Reference Center. Search using keyword: CUDL.

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SERVICE MERCHANDISING

The New Service Program 31: Finalize Internal ROs

Service Merchandising Program 31: Finalize Internal ROs has a new enhancement and a new look. You will now be able to edit the G/L Numbers on the fly, finalize ROs, remove the finalized status, and add comments that transfer to the Accounting Module.

*The rollout is currently underway*

For detailed information and a “How To” document, visit the AMU Portal Message Center.

Schedule the Service End-of-Day Process and Run It Automatically

We have added an optional new feature in Service Merchandising that allows you to schedule the Service End-of-Day process and run it automatically after business hours. To activate (if you choose to use this feature), simply enter the run dates, times, and email addresses of dealer personnel (to receive confirmation/error emails) on the setup screen.

*The rollout is currently underway*

For detailed information and how to setup and use it, visit the AMU Portal Message Center.

 

ACCOUNTING OFFICE

Accounts Receivable Receipting

The New Accounts Receivable (A/R) Receipting feature, which is the replacement for the current Open Items Clearing (OIC) module, is now available to all dealers. If you are currently clearing your receivable accounts or plan to start using the OIC Module AND have the New Cash Receipts activated, then the A/R Receipting feature is ready for you to activate and start using.

*This feature is readily available for you to activate it*

We have created documents to illustrate what to expect during activation, step-by-step instructions on how to set up (if you choose to use this feature), and how to use it. The documents are available on the AMU Portal Message Center.

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