Introducing Autocat+ v4.0

MAM Software has launched Autocat+ v4.0, the next major release of its electronic parts cataloguing software for motor factors, accessory retailers and parts distributors. This introduces a number of significant enhancements to the application and further extends its functionality.

This latest version of Autocat+ is designed to run at a larger screen resolution of 1024px by 768px. This enables the software to display more information on the screen at any one time and has removed the need for scroll bars on some of the controls. As a result, the main parts grid now displays new fields including fuel type, body type, engine capacity, cylinders, cam, valve and transmission.

The introduction of new data columns gives users more fields on which to filter data. Combined with new progressive searching routines, Autocat+ v4 helps users to quickly and easily drill down data to find a match. With more information to search on, parts lookups are more accurate, increasing the likelihood of achieving ‘first-time-fit’.

The new software introduces a new messaging system that enables short text messages to be displayed on every screen within an organisation. Managed from a central location, these messages scroll across the top of every screen, relaying important product, promotional or company information to employees.

“Autocat+ v4.0 provides important new searching capabilities and extended functionality” explained Lee Broad, MAM’s Director of Technical Development. “Our objective is to streamline the selection process and help our users supply on a first-time-fit basis. Hence, we’re currently working with all our data suppliers to increase both the scope and accuracy of the information we can make available through Autocat+.”

To promote the launch of Autocat+ v4.0, MAM is now offering a free trial version of the application to motor factors, accessory retailers and parts distributors (terms and conditions apply). Existing Autocat+ subscribers will automatically receive a free upgrade of their software and can check their current version by referring to the title bar of the application. Further details are available from MAM.