U.S. Auto Parts Enhances Customer Experience and Service Through Exclusive Customized Software

CARSON, Calif.--April 26, 2005--U.S. Auto Parts, the nation's leading Internet direct marketer of automotive aftermarket collision replacement parts and accessories, continues to set industry benchmarks by creating customized software for every aspect of the company's functions. This software is the product of U.S. Auto Parts experienced and technology savvy Internet Technology department, which is dedicated to creating the ultimate online purchasing experience for their customers.

Their comprehensive software includes a pricing structure that includes price levels for all different customer types, special pricing or even contract pricing on designated items for specific customers. It also provides complete reports that give up-to-date information on stock status, reordering needs, inventory valuation, inventory turnover, and detailed sales history. A strong example of their software is the revolutionary in-house Parts Ordering System (POS).

The POS system is a cost-effective, fully integrated, overall management solution offering flexibility and freedom in managing customer information, sales, accounts receivable, and inventory. Its powerful reporting options and comprehensive contact management interfaces allow users to manage the flow of information down to the finest detail. The POS System focuses on effective interdepartmental communication to enable U.S. Auto Parts to maximize profits by implementing an almost paperless information flow among all business functions.

"After realizing that off-the-shelf software programs were not sufficient to handle our needs, our team of IT professionals immediately began developing our own in-house software specifically designed for our company," said Sol Khazani, Founder of U.S. Auto Parts. "This personalized software - such as the POS - allows us to give our customers the best possible service in the industry."

One of the most established auto parts wholesalers online, U.S. Auto Parts offers major product categories including bumpers, doors and door glass, fenders, hoods, lights, radiators and A/C condensers, wheels and suspensions. They provide superior quality wholesale parts to do-it-yourself consumers who repair and customize their automobiles and light trucks, as well as to collision repair shops and installation outlets.

U.S. Auto Parts supplies a comprehensive product offering of body parts and accessories at competitive prices. They market to consumers through the Internet, by phone and through automotive aftermarket retail outlets. U.S. Auto Parts Web site receives more than 12 million visitors annually, and carries over 26,000 part numbers, representing over 75,000 unique product applications by vehicle make, model and year. Dedication, commitment to quality service, high level of professionalism, product dependability and competitive prices are reasons that underlie the success of U.S. Auto Parts.

About U.S. Auto Parts

Founded in 1995, U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. (usautoparts.com) is the nation's leading Internet direct marketer of automotive aftermarket collision replacement parts and accessories. They offer the most complete and competitive line of OEM replacement parts and aftermarket parts, and the best customer support. For more information on U.S. Auto Parts please call 888.827.6976 or visit www.usautoparts.com.