{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"\"Half of their DMS is inactive!\" – A Wakeup-Call for Service Drives and How to Bring Customers Back | Mark Altieri, EVP of Business Development at Zonic Design","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/half-of-their-dms-is-inactive-a-wakeup-call-for-service-drives-and-how-to-bring-customers-back-mark-altieri-evp-of-business-development-at-zonic-design","audioUrl":"https://chrt.fm/track/C6AG88/traffic.megaphone.fm/CREUR5086388990.mp3","description":"Today I’m joined by Mark Altieri, EVP of Business Development at Zonic Design. \n\nWe break down why fixed ops is still the most under-leveraged profit center in dealerships—and how communication gaps are quietly eroding customer loyalty. \n\nMark explains how AI is reshaping customer engagement, why half of a dealership’s DMS often sits untouched, and what operators can do to immediately improve retention. \n\nClear takeaways, practical frameworks, and fast-changing tech insights make this a must-listen for every dealer.\n\n\n\nHave questions about how Zonic Design can help your service operations, reach out to Mark directly at mark@zonicdesign.com or find him on linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/maltieri/\n\n\n\nThis episode is brought to you by:\n\n\n1. 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