Seamless M&A Management
From buy/sell management to DMS and IT conversions, OWL Automotive Consulting ensures smooth, stress-free transitions designed for long-term success. Let our expertise drive your next move.
Buy/Sell Project Management
At OWL Automotive Consulting, we simplify dealership mergers and acquisitions with proven expertise and a commitment to excellence. With experience managing over 100 successful transitions, we understand the complexities and unique challenges these processes present. Our team works diligently to ensure every detail is handled smoothly and efficiently, minimizing disruptions and maximizing value for your business.
We provide comprehensive services, including project management, DMS conversions, and IT transitions, tailored to meet the specific needs of your dealership. Whether you're acquiring a new business or divesting an existing one, we guide you through each step, ensuring operational continuity and a flawless handover. With OWL as your trusted partner, you can focus on your strategic goals while we manage the intricacies of the transition process.
We provide comprehensive services, including project management, DMS conversions, and IT transitions, tailored to meet the specific needs of your dealership. Whether you're acquiring a new business or divesting an existing one, we guide you through each step, ensuring operational continuity and a flawless handover. With OWL as your trusted partner, you can focus on your strategic goals while we manage the intricacies of the transition process.
Guidance for Dealers of All Sizes
Whether you're a large group with dedicated acquisition departments or a single dealer navigating the process solo, OWL Automotive Consulting delivers individualized guidance to keep you on track. Our Mergers & Acquisitions expertise equips dealerships of any size with the same level of insight and strategy that the 'big guys' rely on for success.
Comprehensive Support for Every Stage of Your Buy/Sell Process
We provide 100% customized services designed to support all aspects of the buy-sell process, and we’re able to participate on either side for any of the following:
Our end-to-end project management is tailored to your unique needs. From securing OEM dealer codes to finalizing every operational detail, we ensure a seamless and stress-free experience.
- Operational and Financial Matters: Treasury, accounting back-office processes, banking, and APA closing workbooks.
- IT and Telephony Systems: Smooth transitions for technology and communications, including on-site support for hardware and network setups.
- Human Resources: Employee transitions, benefit integrations, and organizational alignment.
- Legal and Insurance Compliance: Addressing governmental, real estate, and facility-related matters.
- Sales, Service, and F&I: Reviewing and aligning department-specific processes for optimal efficiency.
- Closing Day Preparation: Ensuring you’re fully prepared with no last-minute surprises.
OWL Automotive Consulting ensures seamless Dealer Management System (DMS) transitions during buy/sell transactions. Leveraging deep expertise in dealership operations and project management, we guide your team through a smooth and efficient conversion process. Our DMS Conversion Highlights:
- Planning and Workflow Optimization: Tailored project plans align timelines, milestones, and training schedules to integrate workflows seamlessly into the new system.
- DMS Data Migration: Precise coordination with DMS providers ensures a secure and flawless transfer of critical dealership data.
- Training and Adoption: Customized training empowers your team to confidently use the new system before go-live.
- Testing and Quality Assurance: Comprehensive testing resolves potential issues, ensuring the DMS is ready to support daily operations.
- Go-Live and Ongoing Support: We manage the go-live process and provide ongoing support to maximize the value of your new DMS.
At OWL Automotive Consulting, we provide comprehensive IT management services to support every aspect of dealership transitions during mergers, acquisitions, or divestitures. Whether buying or selling, our experienced team ensures a seamless IT transition, including:
- Network Setup and Configuration: Setting up new networks or dismantling existing ones to align with the operational needs of buyers or sellers.
- Equipment Management: Handling the installation, setup, or removal of hardware, including workstations, printers, and other critical devices.
- Data Migration or Segregation: Facilitating secure and efficient data transfers or segregations to ensure business continuity while protecting sensitive information.
- Endpoint Management: Coordinating the setup or remote wipe of devices to ensure a clean transition of proprietary information.
- Licensing and Systems Transfers: Managing Microsoft 365 licensing, domain configurations, and other IT assets to ensure smooth operational integration.
Why Choose OWL Automotive Consulting?
Mergers and acquisitions in the dealership world come with countless moving parts and challenges. With over 100 successful acquisitions and decades of experience, OWL Automotive Consulting is your trusted partner for seamless transitions.
- Proven Expertise: We bring a hands-on approach and unmatched industry knowledge to every project.
- Rigorous Project Management: Our 300+ point checklist ensures no detail is overlooked, keeping your acquisition or sale on track.
- Comprehensive Services: From operational handovers to DMS transitions and IT integrations, we can manage every aspect of the process.
Let OWL handle the complexities while you focus on growing your business. Schedule your consultation today and experience the difference of working with the experts.
Navigating Mergers and Acquisitions with Discretion and Expertise
OWL Automotive Consulting works discreetly with dealerships to ensure seamless mergers and acquisitions. From start to finish, we handle the details so you can focus on your business. Let’s discuss how we can support your next transition.