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PRESS RELEASE: TCS ANNOUNCES FREE START-UP SERVICES FOR TIRE DEALERS ON SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING
TCS ANNOUNCES FREE START-UP SERVICES FOR TIRE DEALERS ON SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING
(Cookeville, TN, January 7, 2010) -- Today TCS, software provider for the tire and automotive industry, further sharpened their competitive edge, rolling out their latest technology service for the tire and automotive service industry: Utilizing the soaring growth of social media to enhance the bottom line for their customers and clients. This expansion of services comes as a result of the recent partnership between TCS and JTMarCom, a Nashville-based social media marketing firm co-founded by John Taylor – a longtime tire industry PR executive.
2009 was a year of phenomenal expansion for social media, and the business benefits of reaching audiences of such magnitude are at the forefront of TCS' new comprehensive strategies. Current estimates number social media participants worldwide at over 1 billion, with Facebook.com passing the 350 million user mark early this December. Over 700,000 businesses have a presence on Facebook, and TCS, along with JT MarCom, is aiding their customers in reaching out to this and similar markets with several new free programs and options:
+ TCS is now offering a free 30-minute consultation session to educate customers on how to generate revenue and build trust via social media in their area.
+ A wealth of DIY whitepapers, educational tools and tips for tire and automotive service industry professionals are available as part of a growing social media knowledge base on the TCSTire.com website.
+ Further, TCS is providing a 30-day free evaluation of their customers’ social media efforts. Experts will analyze what they are doing right, where they could improve upon, and give suggestions on how they can keep moving forward in their Social Media strategies.
+ For clients who desire to outsource management of their social media programs to ensure maximum and sustained business results, TCS and JTMarcom are providing multi tier strategic plans based specifically on goals, objectives, and desired results.
"Our customers’ success is the primary component of our company's success," explains TCS president Barry Reese. "That’s why we’re offering free consultation on social media marketing with the ability to expand it into a full strategic plan. We feel very strongly that companies in the tire and automotive services industries need to embrace and leverage the growing influence of social media now; they cannot afford to wait.”
Reese said social media, if done correctly, is a great way for independent tire dealers to level the playing field with the national retailers. “Independent tire dealers cannot outspend their national rivals in advertising, but they can use social media to establish meaningful, lasting relationships with local consumers and enhance their brand in their market area. Best of all, social media applications are free to businesses and consumers, but it takes time and the proper expertise to use them correctly and maximize its potential.”
“We’ve worked with hundreds and hundreds of tire dealers over the past two decades on local marketing programs, so we understand what it takes to drive business at the grassroots level,” JTMarCom’s Taylor said.
Taylor added, “Teaming up with TCS on this new initiative made perfect sense because they too understand what it takes to make a dealer successful and offer proven and powerful software and Internet-based solutions customized for the tire and automotive service industries.”
Taylor said the program by TCS and JTMarCom is unique in that it understands what can and cannot be achieved via social media, and is based on the two companies’ strong commitment to keeping abreast of the technologies which change almost daily and decades of traditional tire marketing experience. “Social media is the shiny new toy so there are so-called “social” media experts popping up all over the place. What makes us different is that we truly understand the tire and automotive services business and how social media can be effectively utilized to move the needle,” Taylor noted.
Reese added, “TCS' goal is to assist our customers, clients and even visitors with understanding this nascent technology and how to utilize it in the tire and automotive service industry. By always researching new technologies, TCS can better serve our customers by helping grow their reputations and business footprints.”
The central hub of the TCS social media connect program is online on the TCS website at www.tcstire.com/social_media. From that location users can collect information, subscribe to whitepapers and receive updated information about social media marketplace technologies and real-world applications.
This is just one more example how TCS is focused on the future of technology in the tire and automotive industry. For more information on TCS products and services for the tire and automotive service industries, visit www.tcstire.com or call (888) 449-8473 to speak with one of their Sales and Support team members.
About JTMarCom
Headquartered in Nashville, TN, JTMarCom is an Internet marketing firm specializing in social media marketing and headed by 20-year tire industry veteran John Taylor. Relying on its broad experience in marketing for tire dealers and tire manufacturers and a staff dedicated to staying at the forefront of the quickly evolving social media landscape, JTMarCom helps its client realize bottom-line benefits from social media. For more information, visit www.jtmar.com.
About Tire Company Solutions
Tire Company Solutions, a Microsoft Certified Partner, develops and markets both off-the-shelf and custom software solutions, ecommerce platforms and support and consulting services to independent tire and automotive service companies.
In business within the Windows environment for over 15 years, TCS has created information technology solutions for tire and automotive centers with one focus: making them more profitable. In addition to the software, TCS offers ecommerce solutions, consulting services and website creation for its customers. For the latest news, information or an online demonstration, visit the company’s website, www.tcstire.com or call 1-888-449-8473.
The Company is headquartered in Cookeville, TN.
CONTACT: Molly Reese TCS – Tire Company Solutions 888-449-8473 mreese@tcstire.com http://www.tcstire.com
PRESS RELEASE: TIRE WHOLESALER SALES SURGE WITH NEW TCS ONLINE ORDERING PRODUCTS
(Cookeville, TN, 18 August 2009) Tire wholesalers report sales and revenues are up in spite of the economic downturn, thanks to TCS' ePower software and related products.
TCS' ePower is a fully-integrated, real-time ecommerce system for wholesale businesses. ePower empowers wholesalers to increased orders and streamlined business operations with many powerful features. The newest features include the easiest-to-use single-point search and search analysis in the industry, a product compare and selling price feature, quick order feature, and real time order processing. “The response to ePower has been fantastic. Users are both increasing sales while cutting back on overhead. Retailers know what they want to order and are looking for the fastest most efficient means of doing so. We are thrilled to not only meet this need but exceed the expectations of both our users and their customers,” stated Shawn Puckett, Director of Business Development. With installations from New York to California, Texas to Canada, ePower clients enjoy a strong market penetration throughout the North American continent.
123 Wholesale Tire of Georgia recently migrated to the ePower system and immediately saw results. Manager Randy Church stated “Online sales have increased over 20% from our previous ecommerce website! Customers love the fast and easy navigation and great features; they just buy more inventory from us now than our online competitors.” David Priddy of David's Discount Tire also reports good fortunes linked to ePower: "The ePower online system is 10 times better than my previous one! TCS helped me educate my employees and my buyers so my customers use my site FIRST! It has been huge for my business growth by not only promoting sales growth but it frees up my employees from taking orders over the phone!" These results are typical for ePower users: A wholesaler in Texas reports a 17% increase in revenue from the customers they put on ePower in just 2 months, while another in Oklahoma reported a whopping 42% increase in the same time period.
TCS' ePower is a significant piece of the comprehensive products and services the company offers to drive success for their clients. Along with state-of-the-art web design, TCS provides strategic tools for increasing sales and market presence which are an integral part of operating a successful business in today's soft markets. The speed at which new TCS customers are able to get up, running and enjoying increased business results with the ePower system is one of the product's most desirable attributes.
TCS has been serving the needs of the tire, wheel, and auto industry for over 15 years with hundreds of loyal customers. For more information, please visit TCS on the web at http://www.tcstire.com or call 1-888-449-8473.
About Tire Company Solutions
Tire Company Solutions, a Microsoft Certified Partner, develops and markets both off-the-shelf and custom software solutions, support and consulting services to independent tire and automotive service companies.
In business within the Windows environment for over 15 years, TCS has created information technology solutions for tire and automotive centers with one focus: making them more profitable. In addition to the software, TCS offers ecommerce solutions, consulting services and website creation for its customers. For the latest news, information or an online demonstration, visit the company’s website, www.tcstire.com or call 1-888-449-8473.
The Company is headquartered in Cookeville, TN.
CONTACT:
Molly Reese
TCS - Tire Company Solutions
888-449-8473
mreese@tcstire.com
http://tcstire.com
PRESS RELEASE: TCS Software Acquires Internet Technology Company ThirstyPixel
(Cookeville, TN July 28, 2009) Tire Company Solutions, software provider for the tire and automotive industries, announced today their acquisition of Utah-based ThirstyPixel (www.thirstypixel.com), an enterprise-level web development company.
“Dynamic internet technologies is an integral part of a successful tire and automotive services business,” explained TCS owner Barry Reese. “Expanding our technology footprint by bringing on a team of seasoned web developers gives us and our users a great competitive edge and greatly enhances the products and services we can provide to our customers.”
In addition to web site development, experts at ThirstyPixel have also successfully completed other large-scale custom projects in the spectrum of computer and internet technologies including portable OS (Operating Systems), ACH (Automated Clearing House), custom eCommerce systems, automated Loan Decisioning systems, and Flash-based dynamic data collection & processing.
Moving under the tire and automotive services umbrella is a perfect fit for the ThirstyPixel team, as they have over 10 years extensive experience in automotive markets with significant cross-over applications including vehicle sales & marketing, shipping, trucking and LTL (less-than-load) applications. ThirstyPixel has launched several enterprise level web applications whose short list of features include; Inventory Control, ACH and Internet Marketing Management. At the time of the acquisition, ThirstyPixel and TCS are in the final stretch of developing a paradigm-shifting complete software system that will change the roadmap of the Tire and Automotive industry.
“We are excited to be able to assist TCS’ customers in enhancing their sales revenues in exciting new ways, including ways the customer might not have realized were possible,” said Kenny Pratt, President of ThirstyPixel. “Becoming a part of TCS is a great opportunity and prepares us to achieve our long-term goals” he went on to say.
The new super-charged TCS has already begun the roll-out of new custom technologies possible with this merger with over 20 customers on-board in the first few weeks.
This acquisition underscores how TCS is focused on the future of technology in the tire and automotive industry. For more information on the TCS brand and strategy, visit them on the web at www.tcstire.com or call (888)449-8473 to speak with one of their Sales and Support team members.
About Tire Company Solutions
Tire Company Solutions, a Microsoft Certified Partner, develops and markets both off-the-shelf and custom software solutions, support and consulting services to independent tire and automotive service companies.
In business within the Windows environment for over 15 years, TCS has created information technology solutions for tire and automotive centers with one focus: making them more profitable. In addition to the software, TCS offers ecommerce solutions, consulting services and website creation for its customers. For the latest news, information or an online demonstration, visit the company’s website, www.tcstire.com or call 1-888-449-8473.
The Company is headquartered in Cookeville, TN.
CONTACT:
Molly Reese
TCS - Tire Company Solutions
888-449-8473
mreese@tcstire.com
www.tcstire.com
Press Release: PRESS RELEASE: TIRE COMPANY SOLUTIONS ANNOUNCES EXPANSION TO SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT TEAM
Tire Company Solutions, a tire and automotive service industry software provider, announced today the recent hire of Andy Stapleton to join their programming team as Senior Developer.
TCS is a leader in the tire and automotive service industry with its Tire Power Software, which includes POS, inventory, accounting, eCommerce and retail websites.
Mr. Stapleton has a degree in Computer Science from UTSC Texas and over 25 years of business experience in the technology industry. An expert in SQL he comes to us from San Antonio, Texas where he has an extensive background in desktop software and web development. Mr. Stapleton is a well known icon in Clarion and SQL development groups, frequently writing articles for the language’s user groups. He is an original founder and member of Team TopSpeed, a developer of Clarion client server templates and conversion specialist in converting Clarion to utilize SQL and web-based technology.
In partnering with Microsoft, TCS has cemented the longevity and growth of its product, Tire Power, by switching to Microsoft’s SQL database. Mr. Stapleton plays a vital role in this incredible ‘under the hood’ or ‘engine’ change for Tire Power users. It shows the product to be in direct agreement and development with the leader in technology advancement - Microsoft. It allows TCS to grow faster and easier, providing even more features for the constantly changing tire and automotive industry. Now dealers of any size can reap the benefits of a stable and secure windows based business management solution.
“I am thrilled to be a part of such a passionate team. TCS is devoted to the growth of both their tire dealers as well as the tire industry and I am eager to assist in the progress and success of Tire Power and future TCS products.” said Andy Stapleton.
“We are excited to have Andy join our team of developers,” said Terry Mullican, Director of Programming. “With big projects in the works, his extensive knowledge and experience will add to the Company's strength and growth.”
About Tire Company Solutions
Tire Company Solutions, a Microsoft Certified Partner, develops and markets both off-the-shelf and custom software solutions, support and consulting services to independent tire and automotive service companies.
In business within the Windows environment for over 15 years, TCS has created information technology solutions for tire and automotive centers with one focus: making them more profitable. Its newest product, Tire Power 7.0, delivers on the promise of a fully integrated POS, inventory management, and accounting package in a simple, easy to use application. In addition to the Tire Power software, TCS offers ecommerce solutions, consulting services and website creation for its customers. For the latest news, information or an online demonstration, visit the company’s website, www.tcstirepower.com or call 1-888-449-8473.
The Company is headquartered in Cookeville, TN.
CONTACT:
Molly Reese
TCS - Tire Company Solutions
888-449-8473
PRESS RELEASE: TCS – TIRE POWER SOFTWARE EXTENDS MASSIVE SOFTWARE GIVEAWAY DEADLINE
Tire Company Solutions (TCS), software provider for the tire, wheel and automotive industries, announced today they will extend their Software Giveaway Program deadline from May 15th to July 15th due to the massive response from the industry.
To date, TCS is considering over 100 applications submitted from tire dealers requesting to receive the free Tire Power Software package and have given away half of the 25 free software packages allotted to the program. Because TCS is still receiving multiple applications daily from tire dealers desiring to upgrade their current technology to include TCS’s Tire Power software, the deadline to submit an application has been extended to July 15th.
“As we consider each application and award dealers with our free software, we are both humbled and honored we are able to contribute to the industry during these changing economic times.” stated Shawn Puckett, Director of Business Development for TCS. “In addition to extending our deadline for submitting applications for the program, we are not limiting the program to 25 packages. The need and desire for financial and technical assistance from dealers has been much larger than we anticipated and we are committed to doing what it takes to partner with dealers who are determined to flourish through these economic challenges.”
Among the first recipients of the free software is BZ’s Tire Shop of Seguin, TX. As many dealers around the country, BZ’s Tire Shop has felt the impact of our changing economy and had no budget allotted to make desperately needed improvements to their IT infrastructure. In addition, BZ’s is located in Guadalupe County which is currently considered a local state of disaster due to the longest drought since the 1950’s great TX drought. Much of the agriculture business seen by BZ’s has been significantly slowed because of the drought and fires. BZ’s was looking for ways to cut overhead and keep a better hand on ways to increase margins as they work through these tough times .
About Tire Power software, Steven and Blanca Zoll, owners of BZ’s Tire Shop, say “We are thrilled to be a recipient of the free software package. After talking to other Tire Power users and consulting with TCS, I am confident Tire Power will play a large part in improving our bottom line as we work through these changing economic and natural disaster challenges.”
About Tire Company Solutions
Tire Company Solutions, a Microsoft Certified Partner, develops and markets custom software solutions, support and consulting services to independent tire and automotive service companies.
In business within the Windows environment for over 15 years, TCS has created information technology solutions for tire and automotive centers with one focus: making them more profitable. Its newest product, Tire Power 7.0, delivers on the promise of a fully integrated POS, inventory management, and accounting package in a simple, easy to use application. In addition to the Tire Power software, TCS offers ecommerce solutions, consulting services and website creation for its customers. For the latest news, information or an online demonstration, visit the company’s website, www.tcstirepower.com or call 1-888-449-8473.
CONTACT:
Molly Reese
TCS - Tire Company Solutions
888-449-8473
PRESS RELEASE: TCS – TIRE POWER SOFTWARE EXPANDS SPANISH SPEAKING SUPPORT AND SERVICE
Tire Company Solutions (TCS), leading software provider for the tire, wheel and automotive industries, announces the addition of Luis Vega as Director of International Sales and Support.
“We are finding the industry is requesting more support and services in the Spanish language, both nationally and internationally. In anticipation of the bi-lingual demand growing, we have expanded our bi-lingual staff. Serving our clients in every capacity is our number one priority at TCS. As the industry is rapidly changing in several different dynamics, TCS is committed to changing its team and services to best serve the industry,” recently stated Shawn Puckett, Director of Business Development.
Mr. Vega, a native of Puerto Rico, has a passion and track record in customer support and account management. Vega is responsible for managing the company’s Spanish speaking support and services, growing TCS’s Spanish speaking partners and developing strategic plans for growing the company’s presence in Spanish speaking tire businesses. In addition to the bi-lingual staff, TCS is offering support materials in Spanish as well.
“I am delighted to be a part of TCS and have quickly learned their dedication to customer support and the Spanish speaking markets provides huge growth opportunity – for both our customers and TCS,” stated Vega. Luis Vega can be reached at lvega@tcstire.com
About Tire Company Solutions
Tire Company Solutions, a Microsoft Certified Partner, develops and markets custom software solutions, support and consulting services to independent tire and automotive service companies.
In business within the Windows environment for over 15 years, TCS has created information technology solutions for tire and automotive centers with one focus: making them more profitable. Its newest product, Tire Power 7.0, delivers on the promise of a fully integrated POS, inventory management, and accounting package in a simple, easy to use application. In addition to the Tire Power software, TCS offers ecommerce solutions, consulting services and website creation for its customers. For the latest news, information or an online demonstration, visit the company’s website, www.tcstirepower.com or call 1-888-449-8473.
CONTACT: Molly Reese TCS - Tire Company Solutions 888-449-8473
Press Release: TCS ANNOUNCES TIRE DEALER STIMULUS PLAN: MASSIVE SOFTWARE GIVEAWAY AND SCHOLARSHIP FUND DONATIONS
Tire Company Solutions (TCS) announced today their new 60-day software give-away promotion of their popular Tire Power software suite, to be gifted to 25 tire dealerships.
TCS has spent over 15 years developing and improving their suite of software solutions for automation of tire shop operations, both wholesale and retail. With their free software offer, TCS is putting their reputation and dollars on the line to prove their dedication to growing the tire industry – regardless of the economy.
"Our primary motivation has always been to assist and grow the tire industry by easing the burden of day-to-day business operations and equipping every employee to sell more tires and provide superior customer service," explains Vice-President of Business Development, Shawn Puckett. "We strive to be the best at improving the dealer’s business in all areas. The most essential tool in today’s tire business is the IT infrastructure. We are giving this tool away as a means to improve the most essential part of their business in an economy that settles for nothing less than the best." While other companies are soliciting the United States government for bailout funds, TCS is providing its own stimulus package to new customers who may have the need but not the funds for a product such as Tire Power. "We are confident give-away recipients will be delighted with our product and experience substantial growth to their business," Puckett continued. "It's a win-win for both parties."
Details of the give-away are as follows: The promotion runs March 15 to May 15, 2009. Interested parties should contact TCS by phone 1-888-449-8473 or fill out the web form at www.tcstirepower.com to apply for the program. TCS will select the recipients based on various criteria and announce the winners at a later date. Tire Company Solutions stated the genesis of the promotion was to springboard dealers into increased profitability – ultimately proving it is possible to thrive in this economy.
Tom Wylie of Discount Wheel and Tire, Texarkana, TX recently stated “In this economy, we have sold less tires than in previous years but with the tools and partnership provided by TCS, we actually increased our profit margins – improving our bottom line. I let the software do the micromanaging of my business so I can focus on what counts! We partnered with TCS just over a year ago and I am not sure how we ever got along without it.”
This new software give-away promotion is the latest in a history of "giving back to the community" from TCS. Another ongoing philanthropic effort by TCS is distributing vouchers to potential clients and affiliates redeemable for a donation to various Tire Dealer Association Scholarship Funds. Each voucher turned in to the TCS booth at trade shows and virtually at TCS virtual education days yields additional dollars given to the State’s Association Scholarship Fund. About the promotion, Bulldog Drummond, Executive Director of the Arkansas Independent Tire Dealers Association (AITDA) said, “TCS has always done a fantastic job of supporting the AITDA. We look forward to reaping the benefits of this generous gesture of giving back to the association’s members and future members.”
About Tire Company Solutions
Tire Company Solutions, a Microsoft Certified Partner, develops and markets custom software solutions, support and consulting services to independent tire and automotive service companies.
In business within the Windows environment for over 15 years, TCS has created information technology solutions for tire and automotive centers with one focus: making them more profitable. Its newest product, Tire Power 7.0, delivers on the promise of a fully integrated POS, inventory management, and accounting package in a simple, easy to use application. In addition to the Tire Power software, TCS offers ecommerce solutions, consulting services and website creation for its customers. For the latest news, information or an online demonstration, visit the company’s website, www.tcstirepower.com or call 1-888-449-8473.
CONTACT:
Molly Reese
TCS - Tire Company Solutions
888-449-8473
TCS eFolder Backup
What if a fire or other disaster struck your home or office, or your hard drive suddenly failed? What if your computer was completely destroyed? Would you be able to recover your data, or would it be lost forever? Unfortunately in this day and age, these are questions we have to ask ourselves. So “what if” this were to occur? Do you have a disaster recovery plan in place? Or have you procrastinated, and put off secure data storage for another day? These questions should make you think about how important your information is and how you should prepare for the worst. Once data has been lost, it is lost and there is no inexpensive way to recover it if. We offer you a secure, inexpensive solution to prevent the loss of your data from happening at all.
Tire Company Solutions is here to make your data backup secure, affordable and easy. For more information email sales@tcstire.com.
TCS Moves to a New Location
TCS announces their successful move to a new location. Our offices are now located at 500 S. Walnut Ave., Cookeville, TN 38501. The office was previously located at 1555 Interstate Drive, Cookeville, TN 38501.
The new office space means improved client services, new amenities for employees and room for growth.
“We were fortunate to find such a nice space so close to our current office. We really wanted to limit the impact that relocation could have on our clients and our employees. Our company is expanding and the new building accomodates our future growth and also offers plenty of room for on-site training,” said Barry Reese, Sales and Marketing Director.
TCS Launches Tire Power 7.0
TCS, a proven leader in windows based software for the tire industry, announced today the launch of Tire Power 7.0. In direct partnership with Microsoft and its affiliates, TCS has redesigned its complete software solution, with over a decade of proven abilities in the windows environment, to even better serve the independent tire dealer.
In partnering with Microsoft, TCS has cemented the longevity and growth of its product by switching to Microsoft’s SQL database. Terry Mullican, HPIC, says,” This is an incredible ‘under the hood’ or ‘engine’ change for our customers.” It shows our product to be in direct agreement and development with the leader in technology advancement. It allows TCS to grow faster and easier, providing even more features for the constantly changing tire and automotive industry. Now dealers of any size can reap the benefits of a stable and secure windows based business management solution.” Barry Reese, Director of Sales and Marketing for TCS notes the enhanced accounting features in 7.0 ensures our customers have ,”the best front to back, single source system in the market today. Your front counter salesperson needs quick knowledge to gain trust and provide the utmost in customer service. Your back office needs real time information and streamlined accounting functions. Tire Power 7.0 provides this along with the unmatched level of support and service from TCS. In partnering with TCS, our customers have truly received the best return on their technology investment.”
In business within the Windows environment for over 12 years, TCS has created tire business software solutions for the independent tire dealer with one focus; making them more profitable. Its newest product, Tire Power 7.0, delivers on the promise of a fully integrated POS, Inventory Management, and Accounting Package in a simple and easy to use application. The industry specific knowledge and one touch functionality makes even the newest employee become an industry expert, bringing satisfied customers back again and again. Its easy and quick analysis of your business numbers helps maximize your profitability.
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