The CDK cyberattack shutdown has potentially far-reaching implications for auto retail franchises, according to a new report from Seaport Research Partners. “While it’s unclear what the ultimate impact is, the impact is potentially far-reaching as CDK is reportedly contracted by [15,000] dealers nationwide … with some dealers nearly wholly reliant upon it for critical functionality such as CRM, sales processing, inventory management, etc.,” the report said. With some dealers unable to do busines

Host Emma Hancock sits down with Bruce Johnson, Vice President of Product Marketing & Enablement at CDK Global as he shares insights on dealership profitability, customer experience enhancements, and the latest solutions like CDK SimplePay and Dealership Xperience. Tune in to hear how CDK’s innovations are set to transform dealership operations in 2025. #sponsored | Automotive News