CDK Global outage highlights gaps in finance office preparation

Ford dealer CDK DMS outage — With the second quarter coming to a close at the end of June, the indefinite shutdown could affect new- and used-vehicle sales across the industry. Pictured is Village Ford in Dearborn, Mich. (PAIGE HODDER)

August 27, 2024 03:47 PM

The CDK Global outage forced many finance and insurance managers across the country to craft deals by hand. For some, it was a return to the old days; for others, it was a first-time experience.

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