Glynn Rodean - Recruiting for a business development center (BDC) is serious business because these individuals will represent your dealership to the community ... If you hire the wrong people, you could inadvertently ask prospects to shop elsewhere.
Glynn Rodean - This person’s communication skills should be so strong that he or she is capable of taking any customer T.O. in the BDC to secure an appointment...
Glynn Rodean - There are seven basic materials for building a BDC: space, people, hardware (computers and telephones), Internet access, software, call management services, and lead sources. As with any building project, you need to determine what you want to build so you know the quantity and quality of materials you need.
Glynn Rodean - Okay, enough sarcasm for now, but how do you measure up in supporting your technicians? The only way to find out is to spend a day in your parts department at the technicians counter.