ImEX becomes preferred software partner for CCS collision network

ImEX Systems has been named a preferred technology partner for Consolidated Collision Services, giving more than 105 collision repair centres and 230 dealerships access to its cloud-based shop management software and DMS integrations. The deal is designed to cut manual data entry, streamline dealer collision workflows, and expand support, training and onboarding across CCS's Canadian network.

Why it matters: - The partnership links a dealer-owned collision network with software built to reduce duplicate data entry, one of the biggest friction points in dealership collision repair. - CCS member shops gain a cloud platform that covers estimating, scheduling, parts management, billing, invoicing and reporting. - The integration is designed to help dealerships move staff time away from manual administration and toward revenue-producing work.

What happened: - ImEX Systems announced it has been named a preferred technology partner of Consolidated Collision Services, Canada’s dealer-owned collision repair network. - The partnership gives CCS member shops access to ImEX Online, plus dedicated onboarding, training resources and ongoing support tailored to the CCS network. - CCS connects franchised new-car dealerships and OEM-certified independent collision centres across Canada. - The network includes more than 105 collision repair centres and 230 new car dealerships.

The details: - ImEX will work directly with CCS to support member shops with estimating, scheduling, parts management, billing and invoicing, and reporting. - The new integration connects dealership management systems with estimating software and removes redundant data entry between the two systems. - Supported DMS platforms include CDK Global, Reynolds and Reynolds, and PBS Systems. - CCS says the new partnership responds to member demand for a shop management platform that fits dealer-owned collision operations, including OEM procedures, warranty requirements and manufacturer scorecards. - ImEX says its cloud platform combines estimating, scheduling, parts and invoicing, backed by a Canadian support team. - ImEX will be included in CCS training curriculum and member resources.

Between the lines: - The move positions ImEX to deepen its reach inside the Canadian dealer collision market at a time when shops are looking to simplify workflows and standardize systems. - The integration matters because dealer collision operations often rely on manual handoffs between office staff, repair workflows and accounting systems. - CCS is betting that software designed specifically for collision repair will improve consistency across its network and make it easier for members to adopt common processes.

What's next: - ImEX and CCS plan to coordinate webinars, member communications and appearances at upcoming CCS events, including the annual CCS Conference and ACE: The Automotive Conference & Expo. - CCS member shops interested in learning more can contact their CCS regional representative or call +1 (604) 839 3431 to request a demo. - ImEX says its focus is on helping member shops go live quickly across the country and move more vehicles through the door.

The bottom line: - CCS is adding a purpose-built shop management platform to its dealer network, and ImEX gets a prominent channel into one of Canada’s largest dealer collision ecosystems.