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Auto Body Panels Inc. Selects MAM's Autopart - Stockhouse

Posted: 14 Dec 2009 11:45 AM PST

--Auto Body Panels Inc. to install MAM Software's Autopart management application to manage its warehousing and distribution outlets

ALLENTOWN, Pa., Dec 14, 2009 /PRNewswire via COMTEX News Network/ --

MAM Software Inc. - a subsidiary of Aftersoft Group Inc. and a leading provider of business management software solutions - has announced that Auto Body Panels Inc. (ABP) has chosen to install its Autopart management solution to control business operations. ABP, one of the USA's largest importers and distributors of aftermarket replacement auto body panels and parts, will deploy the software centrally within its 7 national distribution centers and at each of its 33 Factory Direct Outlets (FDOs).

Auto Body Panels Inc. is one of the largest importers of collision parts in the USA. As a wholesale supplier, the company supplies some of the most successful WD's in the aftermarket. Through its Factory Direct Outlet (FDO) program, ABP offers a comprehensive package that includes sales, marketing and I.T. programs. Provided as an integral part of this package, Autopart will enable FDOs to manage all aspects of their business including sales, purchasing, inventory and financials. FDOs will also be able to access real-time stock levels and place orders on the ABP distribution centers.

"Autopart was the only truly modern technology system for us," said Dave Morris, President, Auto Body Panels Inc. "Its architecture is ideally suited to supporting our own operations as well as providing a comprehensive management solution for our downstream FDO customers."

"The entire MAM operation is extremely professional and they have clearly demonstrated their ability to deliver state-of-the-art solutions. We are very confident that MAM will not only have an immediate impact on our businesses, but will be there to provide continued support as we drive forward. After being on the Direct Step System for over 6 years this was the only sensible 'upgrade' - not only for ABP but also our FDO customer base. Along with the OpenWebs system, we can honestly say MAM has given us the ability to easily grow our business using 'state-of-the-art' technology solutions."

"We are delighted to have been selected by ABP as its technology partner," said Brian Allibon, President, MAM Software Inc. "It's a fantastic endorsement of Autopart and emphasises the strength and depth of the MAM offering. It highlights the flexibility of the Autopart software and demonstrates MAM's commitment to developing long-term partnerships with our customers."

About MAM Software Inc.

MAM Software Inc. - a wholly owned subsidiary of Aftersoft Group, Inc. - provides software and service solutions to warehouse distributors, jobbers and retailers in the US automotive aftermarket. MAM Software solutions assist customers in simplifying their businesses by helping them streamline processes, reduce costs and enhance operational performance. Products in the MAM Software range include business management applications, electronic catalogs and e-commerce solutions. For further information, please visit www.mamsoftware.com.

About Aftersoft Group, Inc.

Aftersoft Group, Inc. is a supplier of business and ERP supply chain management solutions to automotive parts manufacturers, distributors and retailers. Aftersoft Group provides the automotive aftermarket with a combination of business management systems, information products, and online services that together deliver benefits for all parties involved in the timely repair of a vehicle. For further information, please visit www.aftersoftgroup.com.

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Bill aims to boost consumer protection in Michigan - Detroit Free Press

Posted: 14 Dec 2009 12:28 PM PST

The latest push to repair Michigan's badly damaged Consumer Protection Act kicked off today at a news conference in Lansing where Democratic lawmakers declared Michigan a "buyer beware state."

"Our residents are no longer protected from deceitful business practices," said State Rep. Robert Jones, D-Kalamazoo.

He and other lawmakers urged passage of House Bill 4915, which is designed to counteract two Michigan Supreme Court decisions which consumer advocates say effectively gutted the 33-year-old law.

The bill, which was reported out of the House Judiciary Committee last month, is expected to go to the House floor this week for a vote.

The court rulings in 1999 and 2007 exempted from the act businesses that are regulated by other laws even if those laws fail to give consumers the broad protections provided by the Consumer Protection Act.

Consumer advocates say the decisions exempted most businesses from the law, including mortgage brokers, debt collectors, finance companies, home improvement contractors and auto repair shops.

But Michigan auto dealers, Realtors, insurers and other business groups opposed the bill, saying it is unnecessary and will drive up the cost of business by encouraging greedy lawyers to file frivolous lawsuits.

The 1976 act was designed to protect consumers from false or misleading business practices and protect honest businesses from being undercut by shady competitors. The law, once a model for other states, is one of the worst in the nation, the National Consumer Law Center said this year.

Jones' bill is expected to pass the Democrat-controlled House, but will face fierce opposition in the Republican-controlled Senate, where similar legislation has died in the past.

State Sen. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Lansing, who has a similar bill pending in the Senate, said she hopes Republican senators will be more receptive to the proposals because 2010 is an election year.

Come back to freep.com throughout the day for updates.

Contact DAVID ASHENFELTER: dashenfelter@freepress.com.

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More than 700 Spring Hill workers apply for General Motors transfer - Nashville Business Journal

Posted: 14 Dec 2009 10:33 AM PST

Employees at the Spring Hill General Motors plant had until today to apply for 840 jobs that will be relocated to Lansing, Mich. According to the United Auto Works Local 1853, a total of 728 union members applied by the deadline.

According to the union's Web site, 634 people applied for a total of 775 production jobs that were being offered for transfer. Another 94 people applied for a total of 65 skilled-trades jobs (electricians, machine repair, etc.) that were offered for transfer.

GM's Spring Hill plant was idled Nov. 25, after it produced its last Chevy Traverse, a vehicle that will now be produced in Lansing.

While vehicle production has ceased for now at the plant, more than 900 employees will continue work at Spring Hill, manufacturing engines, producing injected-molded plastic components and overseeing a warehouse of parts for Saturn automobiles.

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