Your dealership depends on technology—it’s the backbone of everything you do. From managing customer data to driving sales and service operations, your dealership’s tech infrastructure keeps the wheels turning. So why do so many seem to undervalue dealership IT and cybersecurity? Here’s the tough truth: most dealerships don’t have the right resources to handle IT … Read more
Let’s be real. Cybercriminals aren’t the shady figures we imagine lurking in dark alleys—they’re smart, well-funded, and packing some of the best tech money can buy. And guess what? They have their eyes on one of the most unprepared industries: car dealerships. That’s why cybersecurity for car dealerships has become more critical than ever. Because … Read more
The reputation of a dealership can be shattered in an instant. Cybersecurity incidents aren’t just technical problems—they’re ticking time bombs that can destroy a dealership’s hard-earned trust and goodwill with customers. Imagine your dealership’s name plastered across headlines, not for record sales, but for a data breach. Now, try to sell a car to a … Read more
Auto dealerships are targeted by cybercriminals – there is no debate. It doesn’t matter if you are large or small. But dealership cybersecurity measures are stuck in the mud. They don’t evolve. They don’t get better. In general, dealerships only seem to recognize the importance of cybersecurity after falling victim to a cyberattack. This reactive … Read more
Article in Wards Auto about cyberattacks targeting dealerships Regarding cyberattacks targeting dealerships Erik Nachbahr commented that “a good start is to know as much about your IT system as you do about other aspects of the business.” Information technology “is the only area in a dealership business that the executive leadership tends to not understand exactly … Read more
If the recent wave of cyberattacks impacting the automotive retail industry has you feeling a bit on edge don’t worry—you’re not alone. The concern many dealers are feeling is leaving them asking “do I have everything that’s needed to protect my dealership?” In this blog, we’ll talk about some of the defenses that all dealerships … Read more
Modern car dealerships are continually seeking innovative ways to enhance customer experience, streamline operations, and stay ahead of the competition. Enter artificial intelligence (AI) – a game-changer that offers unparalleled opportunities for dealerships to thrive in an increasingly digital auto retailing landscape. However, there is a problem – among the promises of AI lie lurking … Read more
Network security continuously evolves. But one thing remains constant – the importance of protecting identities and access. Traditionally, network perimeters served as the frontline defense, but with the rise of cloud computing, remote work, and mobile devices, the focus has shifted towards ID Access Management (IAM). For dealerships leveraging a multitude of applications, ID Access Management presents … Read more
Dealership employees seek the flexibility to work from anywhere. While mobile devices offer this flexibility, they also increase the dealership’s attack surface, providing cybercriminals with an easily exploitable entry point into the dealership’s network. Currently, mobile devices account for more than 60 percent of digital fraud, and one in three organizations has experienced a data … Read more