Pub. 1 2019-2020 Issue 4

Issue 4 2020 27 WVADA In some departments, training and discipline are among the best strategies for maintaining a healthy used car operation that can take full advantage of the opportunities these uncertain times present. Train staff for new challenges It makes sense to consult with experts to train employees properly so they’re pre- pared for whatever situations may arise. Expenses are tight right now, but effective training can help dealers make money, save money and reduce risk. For example, inventory strategies are cov- ered in Ally Academy’s used vehicle man- agement course. In contrast, courses on sales, compliance, fixed operations and dealership management can help your team adjust to pandemic business chal- lenges. We also work with dealers to help them become more adept at conducting business virtually, advising them the shift to digital sales is likely not going away. Right now, the industry continues to deal with the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, with volatile sales and thinning margins. In some departments, training and discipline are among the best strategies for main - taining a healthy used car operation that can take full advantage of the opportuni - ties these uncertain times present. t ALY_NY-1953_AllyAccelerationAd_SinglePage_7.5x4.625_r2.indd 9-14-2020 10:23 PM Olivia Konys / Olivia Konys 1 Saved at None from UNRNYC0751-OKonys by Printed At ©2020 Ally Financial Inc. ALY_NY-1953_AllyAccelerationAd_SinglePage_7.5x4.625_r2.indd 1 9/15/20 5:50 PM