New part identification apps

It is becoming increasingly important for parts manufacturers that already use TecAlliance to manage their data for the official channels, to produce bespoke systems that provide access to information exclusively concerning their own brand, to their own customers, generally via an app.

Shaun Greasley, TecAlliance’s general manager for UK and Ireland explains, said: “With the growing reliance on smart phone technology, parts manufacturers see the importance and the subsequent opportunity, to provide their customers with the information they require when and where they need it.

“To that end, the app has proved to be a superb development and although many might just associate TecAlliance with the TecDoc CATALOG electronic parts catalogue, our knowledge when it comes to handling and presenting data in a way that helps those working in the real world of the aftermarket, means we have the skills and abilities to provide many alternative solutions including the app".

Authentication solution

“These Apps also include an authentication solution to check that automotive replacement parts marked with the MAPP code are genuine.

“Using this solution, anyone using the app on a smartphone can authenticate a part anywhere in the world, around the clock, seven days a week via the MAPP code to the authentication platform.

“The code is then checked and the result in form of a text message combined with a green/yellow/red traffic light is sent back right away.”

For more information about TecAlliance, contact Shaun Greasley on 01829 752888 or email shaun.greasley@tecalliance.net