The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) will host a webinar on April 6 at noon (EDT) on How Our Industry is Addressing the Challenges Created by the Coronavirus Speakers from various segments of our industry will highlight innovative ways companies can continue to provide high-quality service while coronavirus restrictions are effective on our industry. […]
CIECA April 21 Webcast Examines OEM Certifications
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced that Connor Smith, senior manager of OEM for CARSTAR, will present during the next CIECAst webinar. Smith will discuss “The Importance of OEM Certifications,” on Tuesday, April 21, at noon (EDT). All industry segments, including CIECA members and non-members, are invited to attend. Registration for the event […]
Registration Opens for September 14-16 CIECA Conference
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced that its 12th annual conference, CONNEX 2020, will be held this year in Charlotte, N.C, on September 14-16. The event will include a full lineup of business and technical speakers, networking opportunities and a vehicle gifting as part of the National Auto Body Council Recycled Rides program. […]
CIECA to Hire Technical Project Coordinator
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced that it is looking to fill the position of Technical Project Coordinator. “With CIECA’s current project coordinator retiring, we are seeking an individual to bring CIECA into the future and to be an advocate for greater standards use and development,” said CIECA board member Phil Martinez, chairman […]
IAA’s Michael Ortega to Present During March 17 CIECA Webinar
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced that its next CIECAst technical webinar will feature Michael Ortega, senior director of Application Development at IAA. Ortega’s presentation, The Key to Collaboration: Combining Technology and Communication, will be held on Tuesday, March 17, at noon (EDT). All industry segments, including CIECA members and non-members, are invited […]
CIECA Seeking Applications for New Executive Director
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced it is looking to fill the position of Executive Director. All applicants must apply by Friday, March 20. The non-profit organization develops and promotes electronic communication standards for the collision industry. “We are seeking an individual to bring CIECA into the future and to be an advocate […]
February 13 CIECA Webinar Features Mike Anderson
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced its next CIECAst webinar will feature Mike Anderson, owner and president of Collision Advice. Anderson’s presentation Utilizing Technology to Thrive and Not Just Survive in 2020 will be held on Thursday, February 13, at 12 p.m. (EST). Topics of the webinar will include: Eliminating human disruption How […]
CIECA Announces 2020 Board Officers
During the Collision Industry Electronic Commerce (CIECA) board meeting in Palm Springs, Calif. on January 15, the organization’s Board of Trustees elected the following officers for 2020: Chairwoman: Kim DeVallance Caron, Enterprise Holdings Vice Chair: Jeff Schroder, Car-Part.com Treasurer: Michael Naoom, Safelite Solutions Secretary: Greg Best, California Casualty Management Company These officers will serve on […]
CIECA Adds Capability to Include Telematics Diagnostic Codes to FNOL Messages
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced that its First Notice of Loss (FNOL) Implementation Guide and Appendix C have been updated to include instructions on how to include a scan to the Business Message Suite (BMS) First Notice of Loss (FNOL) message. No changes were made to the BMS, only the expansion of […]
January 21 CIECA Webinar Features Sean Carey
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced its next CIECAst webinar It’s 2020: Where Are Claims & the Collision Repair Market Heading? will be held on Tuesday, January 21, at noon (EST) and feature Sean Carey, president of SCG Management Consultants. During the one-hour live broadcast, Carey will talk about where claims and the […]