DEG Surpasses 2,500 Inquiries
The Database Enhancement Gateway (DEG) announced that it has now successfully assisted collision repairers in the processing of more than 2,500 data-related inquiries. “This is a proud time for the DEG,” stated Nick Kostakis, a member of the DEG Joint Operating Committee (JOC). “The DEG relies heavily upon members of the collision repair industry to
SCRS Industry Awards Recognize Collision Repairer Service and Achievement
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) held its corporate awards dinner on April 13 at the Crowne Plaza Ravinia in Atlanta, Ga. The focus of this annual event is to celebrate and thank the corporate members that enable SCRS to maintain and increase its level of service to its direct and affiliate members, to
AASP-MN Annual Meeting & Convention Announced
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Minnesota (AASP-MN) will hold its annual meeting and convention April 16-17 at the Marriott Minneapolis West, St. Louis Park, Minn. The 1-½ day line-up includes programs for mechanical and collision repair shop owners, managers and technicians, as well as industry suppliers. Friday’s schedule includes: 8:00 a.m. – 11:30
DEG Offers List of Conditions of OEM Bumper Covers when Shipped
The Database Enhancement Gateway (DEG) has developed a matrix of major vehicle manufacturers (OEs) and the condition in which their bumper covers are shipped. DEG says it has received several inquiries regarding the varying condition in which OEs ship bumper covers (Raw, Primed, In Color, etc.) and related questions as to whether database labor reflects
AASP Marks 10th Anniversary in Las Vegas, Welcomes New Affiliate
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers (AASP) celebrated 10 years as an industry organization while in Las Vegas to participate in Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week events. Representatives from all AASP affiliate organizations were on hand to mark the occasion. Since its inception in 1999, AASP has grown to 11 state/regional associations representing over 8500 automotive
SCRS Announces 2009-2010 Board of Directors and Officers
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) announced its 2009-2010 board of directors and officers. The new leadership team was sworn in prior to the annual SCRS Corporate Awards Dinner on April 21 at the Marriott Hartford Downtown in Hartford, Conn. Barry Dorn (Virginia) was named the SCRS chairman after two terms as SCRS vice
Fix Auto USA Sponsors DEG
Fix Auto has become the newest Gold Sponsor of the Database Enhancement Gateway (DEG) with a donation of $2,500. "Fix Auto has always upheld a firm commitment to support innovation and positive initiatives that involve all participants of the collision repair community,” said Erick Bickett, CEO for Fix Auto USA. “We have watched
DEG Selects New Administrator
The Database Enhancement Gateway (DEG) Joint Operating Committee (JOC) has named Bud Center Jr. as the new DEG administrator. Bringing more than 24 years of automotive industry experience to the organization, Center has been hired as an independent contractor to administer the DEG project and the operations of its Web site, which will include the
DEG Surpasses 1,000 Inquiries
The Database Enhancement Gateway (DEG) announced that it has processed over 1,000 inquiries. This milestone comes before the close of its first full year of operation. “The three national trade associations joined together for this initiative to offer a service to the industry that we believed would improve the communication process as it related to
SCRS Hires New Executive Director
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has hired Aaron Schulenburg as its executive director, filling the position left vacant by Dan Risley in August. The SCRS believes Schulenburg’s combined experience in collision repair businesses, associations and interindustry relations will be a great asset for the association and its affiliates. Schulenburg currently serves as the