HomeNet Launches Pilot Program For New Mobile IOL Device

HomeNet, Inc. announced today that the automotive technology provider will launch a pilot program for its new mobile lot management device. The device known as Pocket IOL will interface directly with the Inventory Online (IOL) marketing suite.

The Pocket IOL software program can be installed on most PDA devices running Windows CE. It allows dealership personnel to prepare inventory listings for online distribution from a handheld device anywhere on the lot. Pocket IOL will seamlessly synchronize with any standalone digital camera to upload vehicle photos into the IOL system and also give users the ability to print window stickers from the handheld device.

“Pocket IOL gives every automotive dealership across the country the ability to efficiently manage their online inventory in-house,” commented HomeNet CEO Jesse Biter. “There will always be a market for service-minded digital lot management firms. But for those dealers who want to ensure that their online inventory is accurate and up-to-date each day, Pocket IOL is an affordable and effective solution.”

HomeNet plans to release two versions of Pocket IOL. A retail version will be marketed directly to dealerships who are seeking a comprehensive, in-house solution for online inventory management. The enterprise version will be geared towards digital lot management firms that need a solution that supports multiple locations as well as an integrated billing component.

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HomeNet’s Inventory Online (IOL) is a vehicle inventory management and marketing system, designed to help automotive dealers sell more cars online. IOL’s suite of web-based software applications streamline the process of converting raw vehicle data from the DMS (dealer management system) into consumer-friendly virtual advertisements anywhere on the Web. Complete with DMS polling, Premium VIN Enhancement, an intuitive online interface, automated distribution to 3rd-party services, and much more, IOL is the most comprehensive solution serving the automotive industry.

HomeNet, Inc. is a privately owned automotive technology provider. Founded in 1996, HomeNet's core focus is providing innovative technology solutions to help automotive dealers increase online sales. HomeNet offers its products to a variety of customers including dealers, OEMs, website providers, CRM providers, digital lot management firms, finance/leasing agents, auction agents, and more. The company is based on Christian principles and is headquartered in West Chester, PA, with satellite offices in FL, TX, MO, and UT. For more information, please visit www.homenetinc.com.

Add comment February 1st, 2007

HomeNet Launches Beta Program for New eBaY Listing Tool

HomeNet, Inc. announced today that the automotive technology provider has launched a beta program for its new IOL Auction software. The new tool integrates with eBay Motors and enables users to effectively manage multiple vehicle auction listings on eBay from within the Inventory Online (IOL) system.

“Providing a full-featured auction management system that is integrated with eBay Motors has been one of the most common requests from our customers,” commented HomeNet CEO Jesse Biter. “Our Development team has done an outstanding job building a system that not only gives the customers what they want, but is a tremendous addition to the IOL Marketing Suite.”

The initial beta period will be limited to an exclusive selection of IOL power users who will test the software to identify any major shortcomings. HomeNet expects to invite additional users to the beta program shortly after NADA.
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HomeNet’s Inventory Online (IOL) is a vehicle inventory management and marketing system, designed to help automotive dealers sell more cars online. IOL’s suite of web-based software applications streamline the process of converting raw vehicle data from the DMS (dealer management system) into consumer-friendly virtual advertisements anywhere on the Web. Complete with DMS polling, Premium VIN Enhancement, an intuitive online interface, automated distribution to 3rd-party services, and much more, IOL is the most comprehensive solution serving the automotive industry.

HomeNet, Inc. is a privately owned automotive technology provider. Founded in 1996, HomeNet's core focus is providing innovative technology solutions to help automotive dealers increase online sales. HomeNet offers its products to a variety of customers including dealers, OEMs, website providers, CRM providers, digital lot management firms, finance/leasing agents, auction agents, and more. The company is based on Christian principles and is headquartered in West Chester, PA, with satellite offices in FL, TX, MO, and UT. For more information, please visit www.homenetinc.com.

Add comment January 31st, 2007

HomeNet's IOL System to Facilitate CarFax AutoReports Process

HomeNet, Inc. is pleased to announce it has been awarded a strategic partnership with CARFAX, the industry leader in vehicle history reports. CARFAX will now utilize HomeNet’s Inventory Online (IOL) technology to streamline the process of uploading the most accurate vehicle inventory to their system.

“We are very excited about the opportunity to build a partnership with an industry leader like Carfax,” commented HomeNet’s CEO, Jesse Biter. “We are confident that our Inventory Online technology will further enhance the positive association that dealerships already have with Carfax.”

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Add comment February 10th, 2006