Procede Software has released of the next iteration of Excede architecture, Excede v10.5.
Procede says this evolution enhances workflows while maintaining an intuitive user experience and establishes a foundation for continuous performance optimization while leveraging best- in-class platforms. The release introduces new features and powerful enhancements for faster decision making, a better customer experience and increased profitability.
"The latest release of Excede v10.5 marks an important milestone in our product evolution, as we continue to integrate powerful technologies into one centralized, user-centric environment," says Procede CEO Larry Kettler. "We continue to reinforce our commitment to increase interoperability with modern technology platforms to elevate our customers' performance and unify the user experience, laying an even stronger foundation for future innovation."
For over 20 years, Procede has been building on the powerful and stable Microsoft SQL Server architecture of Excede DMS and drilling down to deliver the features and functionality dealerships depend on to remain competitive in an ever-evolving market.
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With the Excede v10.5 release, Procede states it continues to leverage partnerships with world-class, innovative technology platforms, including Microsoft for SQL Server and Power BI for reporting. Combined with the application of Procede's user-centered design, this strategy creates a robust, scalable solution with features and workflows that closely align with customer needs and expectations.
Through its Insider Program, Procede says it involves dealership subject matter experts and daily Excede users in the product development process to capture and prioritize enhancements that will drive their businesses and the industry forward. Senior Vice President of Product Eric Fortin adds, "Our close collaboration with Procede Insiders focuses our investment where it delivers maximum value to customers. The Excede v10.5 platform reflects the combined expertise of our customer base and directly addresses what dealerships demand to operate more efficiently and to gain a competitive advantage."
Procede adds the Excede v10.5 release creates a foundation for faster iteration of features and lays the groundwork for future artificial intelligence that enhances a dealership's ability to plan, predict and perform. The release introduces functionality advancements across every dealership department, including:
- Service enhancements that eliminate double entry of records, streamlining the estimation process
- Parts enhancements that reduce errors and guesswork
- Accounting enhancements that eliminate the need to generate multiple reports
- Global changes include a cloud-based Procede Help Portal that gives users easy access to up-to-date documentation without requiring a software update.
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In addition, Procede has delivered major enhancements to its third generation Lease Rental Solution by leveraging expertise gained from previous iterations and extensive user feedback over the past 20 years. This latest version integrates new and existing Lease Rental department functionality seamlessly into Excede, which the company says centralizes the user experience and streamlining workflows with a unit-centric approach. All Lease Rental functionality, from daily operations to reporting and preventive maintenance, is now inherent within Excede, benefiting from the core product's improvements such as enhanced performance, better UX/UI, and access to advanced technology platforms, the company says.
Excede v10.5 is immediately available, and Procede says more than 85% of customers upgrade to the latest version with each major release. For users to immediately begin taking advantage of the new functionality available in Excede v10.5, Procede says to please contact [email protected].
