The PartsEdge Podcast

Join Nos as he shares his journey as a young enthusiast helping his father and working in mom-and-pop shops, navigating challenges like outdated training equipment, a tough stint in truck maintenance, and the uncertainties of the automotive market in 2020. His unwavering determination led him to Mercedes Benz, where he not only became a top-performing technician but also a Service Your Way Champio...

Chuck Hartle is the co-founder and President of PartsEdge, a powertool for Dealerships Parts Operations, helping to increase DMS utilization, improves efficiency, accuracy, and profitability with solid and consistent plans for eliminating all types of idle inventory in a Parts Operations. With over 40 years in the auto industry Chuck has the know-how and love for the industry that has enabled Part...

Olivia Stapleton is the Marketing Specialist and Sales Enablement leader at Dealer Teamwork LLC, a pioneering automotive digital marketing company, and founder of Next Gear Automotive. She helps dealerships optimize their digital presence through patented MPOP® technology while fostering industry innovation through her platform focused on people and passion in automotive. Today, Olivia Stapleton s...

Chuck Hartle is the co-founder and President of PartsEdge, a powertool for Dealerships Parts Operations, helping to increase DMS utilization, improves efficiency, accuracy, and profitability with solid and consistent plans for eliminating all types of idle inventory in a Parts Operations. With over 40 years in the auto industry Chuck has the know-how and love for the industry that has enabled Part...

Jazmine Booker is a certified automotive technician, mediator, and host of ‘Auto Talk with Jaz’ Podcast, who brings over a decade of experience in dispute resolution and video production. She dedicates her expertise to empowering women in male-dominated industries through educational programs at domestic violence shelters, while leveraging her skills as a producer and director to create impactful...

Understanding "Forced Stock" Inventory Defining "Forced Stock" "Forced stock" refers to parts that did not qualify for any phase-in criteria. These parts accumulate for various reasons. Causes of "Forced Stock" Inventory Firstly, Chuck identified overordering by technicians. Often, technicians order multiple parts to fix a problem. When only one part is used, the rest become instant idle inventory...

Chuck Hartle is the co-founder and President of PartsEdge, a powertool for Dealerships Parts Operations, helping to increase DMS utilization, improves efficiency, accuracy, and profitability with solid and consistent plans for eliminating all types of idle inventory in a Parts Operations. With over 40 years in the auto industry Chuck has the know-how and love for the industry that has enabled Part...

Tim Hayden is the CEO of Brain+Trust and Chief of Business Strategy at The Next Practice, with over 20 years of experience building strategic solutions for brands through media, data, and mobility. Through these ventures, he helps organizations create competitive advantages and build lasting trust with their audiences. Today, Tim Hayden reveals how automotive dealerships are sitting on a goldmine...

Chuck Hartle is the co-founder and President of PartsEdge, a powertool for Dealerships Parts Operations, helping to increase DMS utilization, improves efficiency, accuracy, and profitability with solid and consistent plans for eliminating all types of idle inventory in a Parts Operations. With over 40 years in the auto industry Chuck has the know-how and love for the industry that has enabled Part...

Grace Stein aka ‘The Car Girl’ is the Marketing Coordinator for Bannister Automotive Group and the President of the Automotive Business Student Association. Passionate about equality and inclusion in the automotive industry, she leverages her expertise in social media marketing to engage and inspire others. Today, Grace Stein shares captivating stories about her upbringing surrounded by the roar o...

Chuck Hartle is the co-founder and President of PartsEdge, a powertool for Dealerships Parts Operations, helping to increase DMS utilization, improves efficiency, accuracy, and profitability with solid and consistent plans for eliminating all types of idle inventory in a Parts Operations. With over 40 years in the auto industry Chuck has the know-how and love for the industry that has enabled Part...

Julie Douglas is the CEO of Dealer Pay LLC, bringing over 20 years of experience in delivering innovative payment solutions to the automotive industry. Known as the "Sales Lady Extraordinaire," Julie is passionate about offering competitive pricing, transparent services, and exceptional support to dealers. Today, Julie Douglas shares her extensive journey from working in dealerships to founding De...

Chuck Hartle is the co-founder and President of PartsEdge, a powertool for Dealerships Parts Operations, helping to increase DMS utilization, improves efficiency, accuracy, and profitability with solid and consistent plans for eliminating all types of idle inventory in a Parts Operations. With over 40 years in the auto industry Chuck has the know-how and love for the industry that has enabled Part...

Chuck Hartle is the co-founder and President of PartsEdge, a powertool for Dealerships Parts Operations, helping to increase DMS utilization, improves efficiency, accuracy, and profitability with solid and consistent plans for eliminating all types of idle inventory in a Parts Operations. With over 40 years in the auto industry Chuck has the know-how and love for the industry that has enabled Part...

Nick Willey is the founder of Mammoth Training Solutions, bringing over 25 years of automotive industry expertise spanning roles from technician to top sales professional. As a Grant Cardone 10X Certified Business Coach and author of "The Traffic Jam," he developed the innovative TRAFFIC model to help sales teams maximize territory potential and drive explosive growth. Today, Nick Willey draws fro...

Jeffrey Harbaugh is the Regional Customer Service Operations Manager at Toyota USA. He is a seasoned automotive industry veteran with over 40 years of experience. Starting his career as a technician at a Toyota dealership, he swiftly progressed through various roles, including service manager, service director, and district service and parts manager across multiple regions. Today, We'll deep dive...

Chuck Hartle is the co-founder and President of PartsEdge, a powertool for Dealerships Parts Operations, helping to increase DMS utilization, improves efficiency, accuracy, and profitability with solid and consistent plans for eliminating all types of idle inventory in a Parts Operations. With over 40 years in the auto industry Chuck has the know-how and love for the industry that has enabled Part...

John Frazier is the Fixed Operations Director of Louisville Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. Ryker Salazar is a shop foreman at Louisville Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. Today, John and Ryker bring a wealth of experience and insights, having worked together to revitalize a struggling Dodge dealership through rigorous training, mentorship, and leadership overhaul. We'll talk about the challenges they faced, like...

Chuck Hartle is the co-founder and President of PartsEdge, a powertool for Dealerships Parts Operations, helping to increase DMS utilization, improves efficiency, accuracy, and profitability with solid and consistent plans for eliminating all types of idle inventory in a Parts Operations. With over 40 years in the auto industry Chuck has the know-how and love for the industry that has enabled Part...

Jean Reitelbach is the Brand Director at Scott Auto Group, where she excels in strategic planning, marketing, and brand development. Since joining in 2013, she has played a key role in dealership growth, customer experience, and new acquisitions. Passionate about organizational culture and customer satisfaction, Jean brings a wealth of expertise in SEO, web development, and strategic leadership. T...

Chuck Hartle is the co-founder and President of PartsEdge, a powertool for Dealerships Parts Operations, helping to increase DMS utilization, improves efficiency, accuracy, and profitability with solid and consistent plans for eliminating all types of idle inventory in a Parts Operations. With over 40 years in the auto industry Chuck has the know-how and love for the industry that has enabled Part...

Randy Kobat is the president of Repair OnDemand, a Repairify division. He drives double-digit revenue and EBITDA growth through strategic leadership. He focuses on developing team strengths and executing effective sales and marketing strategies. He prioritizes customer loyalty accelerates contract-to-cash processes and invests in product enhancements to deliver exceptional customer experiences whi...

Chuck Hartle is the co-founder and President of PartsEdge, a powertool for Dealerships Parts Operations, helping to increase DMS utilization, improves efficiency, accuracy, and profitability with solid and consistent plans for eliminating all types of idle inventory in a Parts Operations. With over 40 years in the auto industry Chuck has the know-how and love for the industry that has enabled Part...

Brian Kramer is the executive vice president of Cars Commerce, and general manager of AccuTrade with 28 years of automotive expertise. He leads digital innovation in car sales pioneering the first paperless and Web3 transactions. He is a recipient of Automotive News Top 40 Under 40 and advises Google's Dealer Board and Quantum5 while sharing valuable industry insights. Today, Brian Kramer shed...

Scott Rutherford is the interim parts director of the Mike Maroone Auto Group. He is the parts manager of the Mike Maroone Chevrolet North Store and the Mike Maroone Volkswagen Store in Colorado Springs. He specializes in optimizing stock levels, managing returns, and ensuring that technicians have the necessary supplies to perform their tasks without interruption. Scott shares his insights on inv...