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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    CDK

    Score7.4 out of 10
    N/ACDK is a provider of integrated data and cloud-based software solutions to dealerships and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) across automotive and related industries.N/A

    Karmak Fusion

    Score9 out of 10
    N/AKarmak Fusion is an automotive repair shop management system from Karmak Technologies in Illinois, a Windows-based application featuring back office administrative workflow automation (e.g. parts and vendor management, accounting, etc.).N/A
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    CDKKarmak Fusion
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    Pricing Offerings
    CDKKarmak Fusion
    Free Trial
    NoNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    User Ratings
    CDKKarmak Fusion
    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.4
    (3 ratings)
    9.0
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    Support Rating
    10.0
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    10.0
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    User Testimonials
    CDKKarmak Fusion
    Likelihood to Recommend
    CDK
    CDK Drive is great at connecting all the team members in service/parts. We used to have a foreman who had to dispatch work to each technician, which is now done through CDK Drive. Technicians can get help with part requirements/needs through CDK. Before, each technician had to go back to the parts department and wait. CDK Drive is good at offering an option to record and send a video of what was found on a service diagnosis, this helps with transparency and trust.
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    Karmak Technologies
    I set up trailer technicians in Karmak Fusion, and it takes just a couple of minutes to do so. It is straightforward to use once you know what you're doing. It can take a while to understand the system and all of its capabilities.
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    Pros
    CDK
    • It helps us sell more in service.
    • It helps keep track of vehicles coming in.
    • It helps to remind customers who declined a service before.
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    Karmak Technologies
    • User Friendly
    • Self Explanatory
    • Multiple Features to Use
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    Cons
    CDK
    • Possibly because of the web-based nature, there are times when it can be slightly slow and laggy.
    • Some functions are less intuitive to use than Reynolds and Reynolds but that is more of a personal preference.
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    Karmak Technologies
    • Could be updated with a newer look, looks a little outdated.
    • Un-do auto-populated features when setting users up.
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    Support Rating
    CDK
    Great job by everyone from the initial sales staff to the implementation team to the support staff. Always ready, willing and able to help out with any questions or issues that arise, even those from people who are simply not computer savvy and have had a hard time transitioning to a new product for everyday use.
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    Karmak Technologies
    I have not had any issues so far. If there is an issue, our IT manager can assist.
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    CDK
    CDK Drive is way better, but from my experience, the integration process was very long and very painful and we feel CDK Drive could've made that less painful and less lengthy. Once it is working the way it should, I am sure that we will love it. Right now though, every time something else goes wrong, it builds on the frustration of the other 50 things that went wrong prior.
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    Karmak Technologies
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    Return on Investment
    CDK
    • Positive, in that CDK Drive is helping us accomplish objectives that our auto group is presenting for our dealerships to improve/work on as a service dept.
    • Positive in that it keeps up with modern technology and customer expectations in these times with new offerings in communication, recordings, etc.
    • Positive in that it has a response to each requirement that the auto manufacturer comes to us with. OEM starts requiring a new process/offer, and CDK has a way for us to fulfill that.
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    Karmak Technologies
    • Positive - whole organization can use for different functions.
    • Positive - better communication throughout organization with shared program.
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