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Notes from inside the deal.
Essays on what's working — and what isn't — across F&I, variable ops, fixed ops, and reinsurance. Written by the consultants who installed it before they wrote about it.
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The Fixed Ops Profit Playbook: 7 KPIs Every Dealer Principal Should Watch Monthly
Some months automotive fixed operations looks busy but absorption says otherwise. Learn the 7 fixed ops KPIs

Tony Fiorillo
Mar 410 min read


The Fixed Ops Profit Playbook: 7 KPIs Every Dealer Principal Should Watch Monthly
Some months automotive fixed operations looks busy but absorption says otherwise. Learn the 7 fixed ops KPIs

Tony Fiorillo
Mar 410 min read


Top 10 Profit Leaks in Dealership Operations (and How We Fix Each One)
Spot and stop 10 everyday dealership profit leaks across F&I, variable, and fixed ops, with quick math, practical fixes, and how Vision’s performance-based car dealer consulting helps make the gains show up on your statement.

Tony Fiorillo
Dec 23, 202510 min read


Financial Compliance in Car Dealerships: Avoid These 6 Mistakes
Modern compliance risks—from fair lending violations to digital deal jacket gaps—can trigger costly investigations and years of oversight. This guide breaks down the six biggest threats facing your dealership today and shows how to turn compliance into a competitive strength.

Tony Fiorillo
Jun 29, 20259 min read


5 Signs Your Dealership Finance Strategy Needs Optimization
Is your dealership's finance strategy holding you back? Outdated processes, inconsistent metrics, and limited lender networks quietly erode profitability and customer satisfaction.

Tony Fiorillo
Jun 18, 20257 min read


How to Elevate Your Dealership's Performance: A Guide to Seamless Operations and Elite Customer Experience
As the competitive landscape of the automotive and RV industry intensifies, ensuring your dealership is operating at the elite level is more crucial than ever. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the key steps to streamline operations, enhance customer satisfaction, and ultimately elevate your dealership to new heights. Additionally, we'll explore how partnering with Vision Management Group can ensure your store's cohesiveness and drive tremendous results. Tip #1 -

Tony Fiorillo
Jul 9, 20243 min read
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