CDK Global

CDK Drive is CDK Global's flagship Dealer Management System (DMS) designed to cater to the operational needs of the automotive industry. It aims to help businesses manage their operations with greater efficiency and make informed decisions. With its capacity to provide real-time notifications on profit leaks and potential issues, CDK Drive allows automotive dealers to rectify problems swiftly, ensuring a harmonized path to profitability. The efficiency of CDK Drive lies in its streamlined interface, where users can oversee various aspects of their dealership through a single portal environment. This eliminates the need to switch among multiple reports, thus saving time and focusing efforts on critical factors that influence the bottom line. The system is equipped with robust reporting tools that facilitate the easy transformation of data into actionable insights. Reports can be directly downloaded into Excel, simplifying the process of data analysis. CDK Drive has been developed to optimize operational workflow through features like alerts and messaging. These features ensure that key reports, such as overrides, purchase order approvals, and other significant notifications, are received immediately, enhancing the efficiency of operations. In addition to this, the system provides in-depth tracking tools that allow dealers to gain important information and maintain business momentum. Users can keep tabs on inventory, cash flow, repairs, order statuses, and more with just one click. Accounting processes benefit from modernized workflows that not only reduce time-on-task but enhance accuracy. Training for new employees is expedited, allowing them to contribute productively in a shorter time frame. Moreover, CDK Drive has taken measures to assist dealerships in complying with the FTC Safeguards Rule, demonstrating a commitment to adapt to regulatory requirements. The software also adopts a Modern Retailing Approach, which accommodates the expectations of contemporary consumers for a seamless omnichannel experience. Its open platform architecture gives dealers the flexibility to integrate their preferred tools and systems, making it a versatile solution. The capability of CDK Drive extends to dealerships of all sizes, with the system being scalable to meet the specific demands of different business sizes, from independent dealers to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). Part of CDK Global’s comprehensive solution, CDK Drive integrates CDK Unify and CDK OnePay, providing a secure, cloud-based portal that's tailored for each employee, and offering flexible payment options, respectively. As a pivotal component in the automotive sales ecosystem, CDK Drive not only supports the management needs of dealerships but also propels them toward greater success through advanced technology and insights derived from over 50 years of industry experience.