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Visual Power: Why Manufacturers Who Use Product Configurators Close 40% More Sales

What is a CPQ System? The Marketing VP’s Guide to the Ultimate Growth Tool

To a software engineer, a CPQ system (Configure, Price, Quote) is a data-processing engine. To an operations manager, it’s an efficiency play. But for a Marketing VP, a CPQ system—specifically a visual one like Build and Price Pro —is something far more powerful: it is a high-performance lead generation machine and a guardian of your […]
Searching for the Best CPQ System? Why Visual 2D/3D Configuration is Your Game Changer

Searching for the Best CPQ System? Why Visual 2D/3D Configuration is Your Game Changer

In the complex world of manufacturing, sales, and distribution, the phrase “Best CPQ System” is more than just a search query—it’s a quest for a competitive edge. CPQ, which stands for Configure, Price, Quote, represents the technological backbone for businesses dealing with customizable, often complex, products. Yet, in a sea of CPQ solutions, many fall […]
Visual Power: Why Manufacturers Who Use Product Configurators Close 40% More Sales

Visual Power: Why Manufacturers Who Use Product Configurators Close 40% More Sales

In an era where every click counts and every hour saved translates into tangible value, manufacturers face an evolving challenge: how to effectively sell complex, customizable products in a highly competitive digital landscape. Enter product configurators known as Build and Price Pro. The traditional sales cycle—involving lengthy consultations, manual quoting, and abstract product descriptions—is no […]
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ERP Integration for Dealer Portals: The Secret to Scalability 

In the modern manufacturing landscape, data is often called “the new oil.” But for many manufacturers, that oil isn’t powering an engine—it’s leaking all over the floor. Despite having sophisticated internal systems, the connection between a manufacturer and its dealer network remains surprisingly manual. Phone calls, PDFs, and “did you get my email?” remain the […]
Ghost Leads: How AI Can Recover Your Anonymous Build and Price Website Visitors

Ghost Leads: How AI Can Recover Your Anonymous Build and Price Website Visitors

In the high-stakes world of boat and trailer manufacturing, your website is often the first point of contact—and too often, the last. Statistics show that a staggering 98% of website visitors will leave your site without ever filling out a lead form. These aren’t just casual browsers; for a high-value product like a boat or […]
From Complaint to Confidence: Leveraging the Dealer Portal to Elevate Post-Sale Service and Brand Loyalty

From Complaint to Confidence: Leveraging the Dealer Portal to Elevate Post-Sale Service and Brand Loyalty

For Brand Managers, Customer Service Directors, and Warranty Managers in the boat and trailer industry, the “moment of truth” doesn’t happen on the showroom floor. It happens six months later, at a boat ramp or a roadside rest stop, when a component fails or a service issue arises. In that moment, the customer’s perception of […]
Using Your Dealer Portal to Master Production Forecasting and Inventory Cost

The Predictive Power: Using Your Dealer Portal to Master Production Forecasting and Inventory Cost

For Supply Chain Directors, Logistics Managers, and CFOs in the boat and trailer manufacturing sector, the core challenge isn’t building the product—it’s predicting when and what to build. Your operational efficiency hinges on striking a perfect balance: having enough inventory to meet dealer demand without incurring the crushing costs of carrying excess stock. The reality, […]
Reducing Risk and Cost: How a Dealer Portal Simplifies Warranty and Regulatory Compliance

Reducing Risk and Cost: How a Dealer Portal Simplifies Warranty and Regulatory Compliance

Warranty claims and regulatory compliance are massive cost centers and risk areas. Manual warranty submission and approval processes are slow and often lead to disputes with dealers. Furthermore, tracking product registration and ensuring dealers have access to the latest regulatory documents (e.g., safety manuals, recall procedures) is a significant compliance headache that could result in […]
How a Dealer Portal Eliminates Errors in Product Updates and Obsolescence

Taming the Chaos: How a Dealer Portal Eliminates Errors in Product Updates and Obsolescence

A manufacturer’s profit margin is often hidden in the details: the correct bolt, the current paint code, the precise configuration available for sale today. For Operations Leaders, Product Managers, and Inventory Directors in the boat and trailer manufacturing industry, the cycle of product innovation and change is a constant source of risk. Every time engineering […]
How an Online Visual Builder Can Double Your Boat & Trailer Sales

From Click to Close: How an Online Visual Builder Can Double Your Boat & Trailer Sales

In today’s digital-first market, the consumer buying journey has fundamentally changed. The days of a buyer walking into a dealership as a blank slate, ready to be sold, are over. Today’s customers arrive armed with research, expectations, and a desire to see what’s possible. They’ve customized their cars, designed their sneakers, and configured their furniture […]