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CDK Global cyberattack: Dealers face major challenges – Damian Mills & Damon Lester
The recent cyberattacks on CDK Global have thrown the automotive industry into disarray, affecting thousands of retailers nationwide. Dealers are grappling with significant operational disruptions as they revert to manual processes. In an exclusive interview with CBT News, NAMAD Chairman Damian Mills and Vice Chairman Damon Lester discuss the profound impact on their businesses and share insights on navigating this crisis. Watch the full segment here.
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Lessons from the CDK cyberattack: Minimizing the impact of systems failures for new car dealers
Last week, CDK Global, a major provider of management systems for car dealerships, suffered a significant cyberattack, shutting down critical systems for over 15,000 new car dealers. The immediate fallout from this incident underscores the importance of robust cybersecurity measures and system resilience. In this article, we’ll explore what new car dealers can learn from this disaster and how they can minimize the impact of future system failures. Read More
