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PartSmart® is ARI's premier parts lookup software known to more than 20,000 users worldwide. It provides the fastest way to find the right part the first time, and has a contemporary Windows user interface that offers more information with fewer keystrokes and mouse clicks than competing packages. It is compatible with all of the existing PartSmart catalog databases, and interfaces with more than 90 dealer Business Management Systems. PartSmart offers time-saving features, including an improved installation process, updates via the Internet, and thumbnail browsing.

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PartSmart Features

Display data the way you want
PartSmart lets you customize the way you view parts information - part numbers and illustrations together or separately, the entire illustration or zoom in on a particular area to improve detail.

Create a Pick List
PartSmart lets you add part(s) to a Pick List by simply clicking on the part/reference number, then print or download to ordering or business management software packages. You can create any number of pick lists to support your operation.

Locate where parts are used
PartSmart allows you to search an entire manufacturer catalog to find all the models/components where a part is used, helping you determine how many to order.

Find parts easier
PartSmart catalog information is searchable by part number, model number, part description and year.

Update catalog information
PartSmart provides scheduled catalog updates to ensure that you have access to accurate and current parts information.

Navigate through screens easily
PartSmart is designed to make moving through the software effortless and logical, whether you use a mouse or a keyboard. Anyone can learn how to use the software in minutes.

Access your leading suppliers' catalogs
PartSmart has more than 94 manufacturer catalogs available TODAY!

View supplier notes and bulletins
PartSmart attaches manufacturer notes and bulletins to models, components and part numbers - giving you immediate access to important notes and bulletins.

Display all parts data on one screen
PartSmart puts description, pricing, supercedence and parts kit information at your fingertips.

Print illustrations or parts lists
PartSmart provides a convenient way for you to print important information from the catalog. You can print full images or the zoomed-in view.

Create your own user notes
PartSmart allows you to make and edit user notes at any level of the catalog. Everyone in your dealership can access your notes for future reference.

Minimum system specifications for running PartSmart

Hardware
  • 400 MHz Intel Pentium minimum, 2.0Ghz or higher recommended
  • 500MB on a hard drive; additional hard drive space may be required based on manufacturer.
  • 1GB RAM minimum for Windows XP.
  • 2GB RAM minimum for Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows Server 2003 and Windows Server 2008.
  • Screen resolution: 800 x 600 minimum; 1024 x 768 or greater recommended.
  • CD or DVD drive (Note: DVD is requires for Major Manufactures datasets)
Software and Operating Systems
  • Windows 2000 Professional workstation or Server, with Service Pack 3 or later.
  • Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 2 or later.
  • Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition, Enterprise Edition RC2, Small Business Server RC2.
  • Windows Vista Business and Ultimate are supported: Home Basic and Home Premium are not supported.
  • Windows 7 (Professional only).
  • Windows Server 2008 Standard (RC2 and all Service Packs supported).
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6 or higher.

For more information on how PartSmart can help your business, call 1-800-755-6040.