Knowledge hub for automotive recyclers and used-parts trade

ERP & Platform

Software foundations for auto recyclers: master data, processes, and digital control.

• ERP Basics for Auto Recyclers
• ERP vs. Excel in Auto Recycling
• SaaS ERP for Auto Recyclers
• Data Model: Linking Vehicle and Part
• Multi-User ERP in Yard Operations
• ERP Rollout Without Downtime
• Master Data Quality in ERP
• ERP as Single Source of Truth

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Vehicles & Intake

Vehicle intake, VIN, HSN/TSN, and lifecycle in dismantling operations.

• Vehicle Intake at the Yard
• Capturing VIN and Chassis Number Correctly
• HSN/TSN and KBA Lookup
• Damage Documentation at Intake
• Vehicle Lifecycle in Dismantling
• ELV and Disposal Certificate
• Dismantling Planning per Vehicle
• Vehicle Valuation: Parts vs. Scrap

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Parts & Identification

OE numbers, reference numbers, engine codes, and part quality.

• Understanding OE Numbers
• Reference Numbers and Manufacturer Codes
• Engine Code Letters Explained
• Gearbox Code Letters Explained
• Parts Categorization in Used-Parts Trade
• Condition Rating of Used Parts
• Wear Parts vs. Body Parts
• Maintaining Compatibility Lists

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Warehouse & Logistics

Storage locations, part retrieval, inventory, and yard traceability.

• Warehouse Structure for Auto Recyclers
• Storage Locations and Route Optimization
• Part Retrieval in Open Storage
• Inventory in Used-Parts Warehouse
• Scrap Storage vs. Sales Storage
• Labeling and Barcode in the Yard
• Seasonal Demand and Inventory
• Parts Traceability

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Sales & Channels

B2B/B2C, online shop, pricing, orders, and customer service.

• B2B vs. B2C in Used-Parts Trade
• Online Shop Integration for Recyclers
• Autoteilemarkt.de Ecosystem
• Pricing Used Parts
• Customer Orders and Reservation
• Shipping and Packaging Parts
• Warranty on Used Parts
• Cross-Selling Related Parts

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Accounting & Documents

Invoices, DATEV prep, VAT, and GoBD in used-parts trading.

• Invoicing for Auto Recyclers
• DATEV Export: Accounting Preparation
• VAT on Used Parts
• Cash Basis vs. Accrual for Recyclers
• Digital Document Flow in Operations
• Cost Centers in the Yard
• Period Closing in Parts Trade
• GoBD-Compliant Archiving

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eBay & Marketplaces

Direct eBay integration, listings, orders, and multi-channel sales.

• eBay as a Sales Channel
• eBay Direct API Benefits for Recyclers
• eBay Categories for Used Parts
• eBay Titles and SEO for Used Parts
• eBay Images for Parts
• eBay Order Processing in ERP
• eBay Returns on Used Parts
• Multi-Channel: eBay and Shop

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AI & Assistance

AI-assisted intake, search, voice assistant, and automation limits.

• AI in Vehicle Intake
• AI-Assisted Parts Search
• Voice Assistant in the Yard
• OCR for Type Plates and Labels
• AI and Dismantling Recommendations
• Limits of AI in ERP
• Privacy with AI Tools
• AI vs. Manual Data Entry

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Digitalization

Paperless workflows, mobile capture, integrations, and change management.

• Paperless Yard Operations
• Digital Dismantling Protocols
• Mobile Capture on the Yard
• Process Automation in Dismantling
• Integrations and API Strategy
• Change Management in Digitalization
• KPIs for Auto Recyclers
• Future of Used-Parts Trade

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How-to guides

• Vehicle intake in 5 steps
• Capture a used part step by step
• Assign a storage location
• Create an eBay listing from ERP
• Find a part by OE number
• Create invoice from customer order
• Prepare DATEV export
• Reserve a part for a customer
• Use the voice assistant at the yard
• Run a yard inventory count
• Keep shop inventory in sync
• Capture an engine code

Case studies & practice

• Lechmann & Autoteilemarkt.de: ERP in daily operations
• From paper to ERP at the yard
• Direct eBay integration in practice
• AI in daily auto recycling operations