To begin using NCM Core, reach out to our team for a personalized demo or consultation. We’ll guide you through the setup process, recommend the right modules, and help you tailor the platform to your business needs.
Business Intelligence Dashboards
From Raw Data to Real Strategy
NCM’s Core software and BI tools make better business easier.
Track, Compare, and Improve
With Confidence
NCM’s business intelligence dashboards provide OEMs and dealerships with a powerful tool to analyze critical financial and performance data.
Our customizable dashboards display dynamic charts, graphs, and key metrics, offering real-time insights tailored to your specific needs. With intuitive access to actionable data, these dashboards help drive informed decisions that improve profitability, efficiency, and overall business performance.
One Reporting System. Endless Possibilities.
Upload Data From Multiple DMS Systems
NCM Core allows you to seamlessly upload data from various Dealer Management Systems (DMS) in different formats, ensuring compatibility and ease of integration, streamlining data entry, and ensuring that your dealership network remains consistent and up-to-date.
Easily Compare Financial Statements
With eComposite™, quickly compare financial data across dealerships, regions, or groups. Customizable filters enable side-by-side evaluations of key metrics, helping you identify performance trends, benchmarks, and opportunities for improvement within your dealer network.
Accurate Sales & Expense Forecasting
ePlan™ provides a reliable tool for predicting sales, expenses, and salaries. It ensures more accurate financial planning by enabling users to adjust forecasts based on real-time data, helping dealerships set and meet achievable financial goals.
Streamlined Communication & Scheduling
eContact™ streamlines scheduling, documenting, and tracking dealer visits and meetings. Sync meetings with your preferred calendar app, attach relevant documents, and set action items to ensure smooth communication and timely follow-ups across your dealership network.
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About NCM
At NCM Associates, our business is knowledge.
NCM Associates proudly serves thousands of businesses and OEMs internationally. From in-depth automotive management and leadership training to customized dealership consulting, we deliver the knowledge dealers need to take their operations to the next level.
Frequently Asked Questions
NCM Core handles both financial and non-financial data, offering a comprehensive view of your dealer network with custom business intelligence dashboards. It supports file formats like Excel, .xml, and .txt and integrates with multiple Dealer Management Systems (DMS).
The base NCM Core package offers essential tools designed to help you monitor and analyze dealership performance efficiently. Key features include:
- eComposite™: This powerful reporting module allows users to generate comparative reports based on financial statements, helping you evaluate and compare the performance of dealerships within your network. Whether you need regional comparisons or group-level performance analysis, eComposite™ provides the flexibility to assess data across multiple parameters, driving data-backed decision-making. Reports can be easily scheduled and sent to your inbox, and they are available in Excel, PDF, and HTML formats for convenience.
- eSubmission™: NCM Core’s data submission module simplifies the process of uploading financial statements. The system supports multiple file formats, including Excel, .xml, and .txt, and can seamlessly process data from various Dealer Management Systems (DMS). With this tool, dealerships can submit their financial data electronically, track submission statuses, and set deadlines with automated alerts. Administrators can ensure that all dealerships in your network are compliant and up-to-date on submissions.
These tools are the foundation of the NCM Core software, offering comprehensive data analysis and easy data submission management, making it an essential platform for maximizing dealership performance.
In addition to the core features, NCM Core offers several optional modules that provide advanced capabilities to further enhance your business intelligence and operational efficiency:
- ePlan™: This forecasting tool is invaluable for accurately predicting sales, expenses, and other financial metrics. With ePlan™, users can create detailed plans, set realistic goals, and track progress. Admins can collaborate with each dealership to adjust goals and ensure they align with overarching business objectives. This module makes it easy to keep your forecasts updated and refine your financial strategies.
- eContact™: Designed for improved communication and scheduling, eContact™ allows users to schedule, document, and track dealer visits, meetings, and on-site reviews. This tool helps organize dealer communication, ensuring that key conversations are captured and action items are tracked. The calendar view is intuitive and integrates with popular calendar applications like Google Calendar and Outlook, making it easy to keep your team synchronized. With the ability to store attachments, agendas, and notes, eContact™ streamlines the management of dealer relationships and meetings.
NCM’s BI tools allow you to track critical metrics like sales performance, inventory levels, financial reports, and customer engagement, giving you a 360-degree view of your dealership operations.
Yes, NCM provides comprehensive training and ongoing support. Our experts will guide your team through onboarding, and our dedicated support staff will be available to help with any questions or technical issues, ensuring optimal use of the platform.
The ePlan™ module enables accurate forecasting of sales, expenses, and key financial metrics. It helps set realistic goals, and admins can adjust plans with each dealer to ensure alignment with business objectives.
NCM Core is built with robust security protocols to protect your sensitive data. Our business intelligence dashboards comply with industry standards, ensuring secure data submission, reporting, and communication throughout the system.