Sept. 16, 2008 - Financial Performance of Warehouse Distributors Reported: AAIA Releases "2008 AWDA Financial Analysis Report"
BETHESDA, MD – Sept. 16, 2008 – The 2008 AWDA Financial Analysis Report, an industry-level study of the Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA) firms’ financial results, is now available from the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA).
The AWDA Financial Analysis Report is organized into sections including an executive summary, detailed results, analysis of variance and trend analysis. Benchmarking data covered in the report include income statement data, balance sheet ratios and selected information for inventory, payroll, warehouse and store statistics for 2008 operations.
“For those involved at this time of year in budgeting and long-range planning, the timing of this report is perfect,” said Ron Rossi, director, market research, AAIA. “Based on this survey of participating firms, the report provides needed insights for gauging your present-day operating performance against a baseline. This in turn will help you identify strategic operating goals for the coming year.”
The 2008 AWDA Financial Analysis Report is available to AAIA members for $125 and to non-members for $250. To purchase the report, call 301-654-6664 or visit the AAIA Commerce Center at www.aftermarket.org.
About AAIA
AAIA is a Bethesda, Md.-based association whose more than 23,000 members and affiliates manufacture, distribute and sell motor vehicle parts, accessories, service, tool, equipment, materials and supplies. Through its membership, AAIA represents more than 100,000 repair shops, parts stores and distribution outlets.