Qore Conversations

Most dealerships don’t run on systems. They run on people. The problem is that tribal knowledge doesn’t scale — and it definitely doesn’t prepare dealerships for an AI-driven future. In this episode of Qore Conversations , Todd Smith, CEO and Founder of QoreAI, pulls back the curtain on Blueprint, the workflow mapping and operational intelligence platform designed to help dealerships organize, doc...

AI adoption in automotive is no longer theoretical — it’s operational. In this episode of Qore Conversations, Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI, shares why dealers need to stop waiting for the “perfect” AI strategy and start learning by doing. From workflow efficiency and digital workers to real-world dealership use cases, this conversation explores how AI is already reshaping the retail automotive landsc...

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming every industry—and automotive retail is no exception. In this episode of Qore Conversations , the focus turns to what it truly means to build an Intelligent Dealership. The discussion explores why the future of dealership performance isn’t just about adopting AI tools, but about owning and organizing the data that powers them. Todd Smith, entrepreneu...

AI is everywhere in automotive—but separating what actually works from what sounds good has never been harder. In this episode of Qore Conversations, Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI, shares a grounded, experience-driven perspective on how dealers should really think about AI today. Instead of “plug-and-play” promises, this conversation focuses on outcomes, fundamentals, and the realities of implementati...

In this eye-opening episode of Qore Conversations , Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI, breaks down one of the most misunderstood topics in today’s automotive industry: the difference between simple AI “wrappers” and true intelligence systems built to transform dealership operations. With decades of experience in both retail automotive and advanced technology, Todd provides a clear, compelling look at what...

In this Part 2 episode of Qore Conversations, Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI, continues addressing the automotive industry’s most frequent questions with practical, experience-driven insights. He explains why dealerships face persistent challenges with data hygiene and connectivity, how legacy CRM/DMS structures create duplicate and decayed records, and what a “data swamp” really means at the operation...

In this episode of Qore Conversations, Todd Smith, CEO and founder of QoreAI, tackles the 20 most-asked questions dealers and industry professionals bring to him. This is Part 1 of a 2-part series, covering the first 10 questions from the list. Todd draws on decades of innovation in automotive retail and technology to provide unfiltered, practical insights that every dealer, GM, and industry leade...

In this episode of Qore Conversations , Todd Smith, Founder and CEO of QoreAI, delivers a critical message for auto dealers: artificial intelligence is already transforming retail — but most dealerships aren’t ready, and many will miss the opportunity entirely. Todd breaks down why dealerships are drowning in data but starving for intelligence. Despite an explosion of AI tools, most dealers still...

In this compelling episode of Qore Conversations , Todd Smith, CEO and Founder of QoreAI, delivers a reality check for automotive dealerships struggling with ineffective data practices and underutilized technology. With deep insights drawn from decades in retail and automotive innovation, Todd unpacks how many dealers are unintentionally scaling mediocrity — and how reclaiming control through bett...

In this episode, Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI, unpacks one of the most urgent topics facing automotive retailers today: data ownership. As AI rapidly reshapes the competitive landscape, Todd outlines why dealers can no longer afford to rely on middleware and third-party systems to access and manage their own data. He breaks down the limitations of current vendor-controlled environments, where critica...

Artificial Intelligence is no longer a concept to prepare for — it’s here, and it’s actively transforming every layer of automotive retail. In this episode, Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI, breaks down how AI is rapidly replacing traditional SaaS systems by automating entire workflows that used to require human oversight. From outdated CRMs to fragmented marketing tools, the legacy tech stack inside dea...

In this episode of Qore Conversations , Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI , explains how dealerships can shift from relying on fragmented, outdated data to using AI-driven insights that fuel smarter, more profitable decisions. Many dealerships are surrounded by data from CRMs, DMS platforms, web analytics, and service records—but few are effectively turning that information into meaningful action. This ep...

Discover how your dealership’s data holds the key to unlocking smarter sales, marketing, and customer retention strategies in this episode of Qore Conversations . Todd Smith, CEO & Founder of QoreAI, who is a leading expert in AI and data optimization, shares how dealerships can make better use of their CRM, DMS, and digital exhaust data to drive real results. He breaks down the costly consequ...

What happens when data and AI combine forces? Like chocolate and vanilla, they're good on their own but magical together. Join us as we promise to unravel the secrets of how data quality and AI can propel dealerships into a future of proactive decision-making and streamlined operations, setting the stage for groundbreaking changes over the next 18 to 24 months. We tackle the intricacies of da...

Could the future of automotive dealerships hinge more on data than on the vehicles themselves? Join us for a riveting conversation with Todd Smith, the visionary Founder and CEO of QoreAI, as we explore this bold proposition.  Todd brings his wealth of experience to the table, unpacking the transformative power of data and AI in the automotive industry. From outdated CRM systems to sophisticated A...

Unlock the secrets to safeguarding your dealership and enhancing your sales strategy with the latest episode of Qore Conversations. Join us as we sit down with Todd Smith, Founder and CEO of QoreAI, and Brian Epro, Alliance Manager at Equifax, to explore the cutting-edge innovations in identity verification and data analytics. With automotive fraud soaring towards an alarming $8 billion, discover...

What if you could transform your dealership operations with a single, unified system? Join us as we sit down with Todd Smith, Founder and CEO of QoreAI, and Maarten Sundman, QoreAI’s CTO, to discuss their groundbreaking vision for a Dealership Operating System (OS). This episode uncovers the chaos and inefficiencies dealerships face with over 27 disparate software products and illustrates how a un...

Learn about the importance of safeguarding your automotive dealership against the pervasive threat of identity fraud! Join Todd Smith, Founder and CEO of QoreAI, a leading force in the realm of AI-powered fraud prevention, on the brand new podcast, Qore Conversations. Todd takes us on a journey through the fragmented technology landscape of car dealerships, revealing how a seamless operating syste...