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ACT teams up with Saledock to supercharge bike shop efficiency and customer experience

Posted on in Business News, Cycles News

The ACT has announced a dynamic partnership with Saledock - an all-in-one POS, eCommerce, and inventory management platform tailor-made for bike shops and workshops.

This collaboration is set to streamline operations, drive growth, and boost customer loyalty.

Salesdock Partnering with ACTLeon Mepham, Membership and Services Manager at the ACT said: “We’re delighted to announce our partnership with Saledock. Many of our members say their current providers are inflexible and very expensive so we felt it necessary to find a partner who could help. Saledock offers powerful, flexible, and affordable solutions that rival larger providers, making it a perfect fit for our community.” 

Through this partnership, ACT members gain access to a cutting-edge platform that seamlessly integrates workshop capabilities via Bikebook.

Gold members will enjoy a 15% discount on subscription fees, while Silver members can take advantage of a 5% discount.

Saledock simplifies operations by eliminating the hassle of juggling multiple systems for in- store sales, online sales, and workshop management. Enjoy real-time syncing across all sales channels, ensuring accurate inventory levels at all times.

Loyalty programs, promotions, and gift cards work effortlessly online and in-store, creating a cohesive customer experience. Plus, with Saledock’s integrated supplier catalogues, bike shops can import thousands of products in seconds - no more tedious manual uploads. 

On average, businesses save 1-2 hours each day, eliminating the need for multiple systems and reducing admin time spent on product management.

Salesdock Partnering with ACTLayla Gladwin, CEO of Saledock, added: “Saledock is designed to help bike shops thrive by cutting down administrative time. Our all- in-one solution and Bikebook Workshop integration means no more reconciling stock levels across channels. Partnering with ACT allows us to support even more shops, saving time, enhancing efficiency, and elevating customer experience.”

With Saledock, ACT members can look forward to improved operational efficiency, increased sales, and stronger customer retention - all essential in today’s competitive cycling landscape.

For more information on how ACT members can benefit from this partnership, visit the Salesdock service page to find out more.

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