Webinar Replay - What Your DMS Isn’t Telling You About Your Inventory

This episode takes a gritty, honest look at the hidden gaps in dealership DMS (Dealer Management System) reporting and the impact on parts inventory management. The conversation focused on what makes inventory a guessing game for most parts managers and why relying on standard DMS-generated reports often leaves you making decisions with only half the picture.The discussion explored why most DMS platforms are built with accounting first and parts last—leaving managers to dig across eight to ten separate reports just to find the real health of their inventory. The hosts demonstrate how PartsEdge simplifies complex data, proactively surfaces problems (like obsolescence, forced stock, and non-controlled inventory), and gives parts managers the tools to fix their foundation and turn inventory faster, instead of sifting through endless reports.Several points were raised, including the importance of separating controlled vs. non-controlled inventory, using data to spot trends before they become issues, and why actionable information is more valuable than raw reports. Live Q&A with parts managers spotlights real-world struggles, vendor tricks, and actionable strategies—plus the flaws and merits of today's leading DMS solutions.If your dealership’s inventory feels like a black box, this episode will get you fired up to demand better—and give you the roadmap to start.--------------------------------------------TakeawaysYou can’t manage what you don’t measure.Separate controlled from non-controlled inventory.Fix the foundation with better visibility.Chapters00:00 Discussing DMS Reporting Gaps04:20 Discussing the focus on DMS systems08:55 Analyzing data with line graphs11:04 Inventory management overview14:51 Managing volatile inventory20:29 Dealing with technical obsolescence21:44 Monthly forecasting and return management25:39 Managing Non-Controlled Inventory30:01 Viewing inventory management reports33:46 Monthly customized reporting options38:09 Parts ordering process explained41:13 RPG level report discussion44:04 Handling parts lists in techeon47:06 Managing inventory fill rates50:46 Accuracy of stock order generation53:20 Techyon's dealership strategy and pricingKaylee FelioLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayleefelioWebsite: https://www.partsedge.com