OEConnection

OEConnection (OEC) is a privately held software and services company headquartered in Richfield, Ohio, that specializes in solutions for the automotive parts supply chain. Founded in 2000 as a joint venture among several major automakers, OEC was created to streamline the ordering and distribution of original equipment (OE) parts between manufacturers, dealers, and collision repair shops. The company’s flagship platform, CollisionLink, enables collision repair facilities to order OE parts electronically, reducing errors and improving efficiency. OEC also offers parts marketing, inventory management, and data analytics tools that help dealers and OEMs optimize their parts operations. Over the years, OEC has expanded its offerings to include solutions for mechanical parts, service lane operations, and e-commerce. The company serves a broad customer base across North America, including automotive dealerships, collision repair centers, and OEMs. OEC remains a key player in the automotive aftermarket software space, known for its focus on connecting the various stakeholders in the parts ecosystem.

OEConnection was founded in 2000 as a joint venture among DaimlerChrysler, Ford, General Motors, and several other automotive companies. The company was established to create a more efficient way for dealerships to order original equipment parts, particularly for collision repairs. In its early years, OEC focused on developing electronic parts ordering systems that replaced manual processes. The launch of CollisionLink in the early 2000s marked a significant milestone, providing collision shops with a direct link to dealer parts inventories. Over the following decade, OEC expanded its product suite to include parts marketing and inventory management tools, and it grew its customer base to include thousands of dealerships and repair facilities across North America. In 2015, OEC acquired the assets of the automotive division of ProQuest Business Solutions, further strengthening its position in the parts data and e-commerce space. The company has continued to innovate with data analytics and mobile solutions, helping stakeholders adapt to the evolving automotive aftermarket. Today, OEC remains privately held and is headquartered in Richfield, Ohio.

• 2015

  Acquired ProQuest Business Solutions' automotive division assets.

• 2000

  Founded as a joint venture among major automakers.

• 2000

  Launched CollisionLink platform.

OEConnection positions itself as a trusted partner for automotive OEMs and dealers, providing technology that connects the parts supply chain and drives efficiency.

• CollisionLink

  Electronic parts ordering platform for collision repairs.

• Parts Marketing

  Marketing tools for dealership parts sales.

• Inventory Management

  Inventory optimization solutions.

1. 1OEConnection official websiteoeconnection.com
2. 2Genstar Capital Completes Acquisition of OEConnection Holdings LLCprweb.com
3. 3OEC Acquires Business Intelligence Provider Summit Consulting Int'l, Inc.prweb.com