ADP to Become DMS Provider for Asbury
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. — The Dealer Services Group of Automatic Data Processing Inc. has signed a letter of intent to become the sole DMS solutions provider for Asbury Automotive Group Inc.
Asbury’s 80 dealer locations, representing 107 franchises, plan to begin the transition to ADP’s dealership management system (DMS) towards the end of 2010.
“Asbury is pleased to partner with ADP, which offers the experience, depth of product, and extensive client support organization that remain important attributes to our company,” stated Charles R. Oglesby, president and chief executive officer of Asbury Automotive Group.
“We are extremely excited to have Asbury choose ADP as sole provider of its dealer management system. Securing an account with the size and market reputation of Asbury is a significant accomplishment for us. We pride ourselves in having a deep understanding of how to meet the needs of dealerships of all sizes, including large dealer groups,” said Steve Anenen, president of ADP Dealer Services. “I believe our reliable, easy to use, and scalable technology solutions, along with our commitment to client service excellence were important considerations in Asbury’s overall IT strategy. We look forward to providing increased value for Asbury and its customers.”
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