We are the fuel that drives <span>RV, marine</span> & <span>trailer</span> dealers forward.

What We Do

By actively engaging RV, marine and trailer dealership communities, we deliver the technology, insights and expertise you need to foster growth and profitability.

Who We Are

We are not just employees of a tech company. We are industry connoisseurs, who understand its unique challenges and how to navigate them toward greater success.

We are diverse and we are global, but we all work as one to help dealers like you expand their horizons.

40+ Years

Working with Dealers

15+ Years

the Average Tenure of an IDS Employee

Our Story

  • 1984

    1984

    When Steve Hawkins started IDS in 1984 - originally known as RVSoft - his goal was simple: to work closely with RV dealerships to give them all the technology, insights and expertise they need to steer their business toward growth and success.

    1984
  • 1992 <br>Welcoming Marine Dealers & Becoming IDS

    1992
    Welcoming Marine Dealers & Becoming IDS

    As we continued to gain influence in the RV market, many marine dealers took interest – since they were facing similar challenges. In 1992, they started actively adapting our software and methodology to their industry.
    At that point, we officially became known as Integrated Dealership Systems (or IDS) – to account for our cross-industry reach.

    1992 <br>Welcoming Marine Dealers & Becoming IDS
  • 2000 <br>Welcoming Trailer Dealers

    2000
    Welcoming Trailer Dealers

    In 2000, the first trailer dealer approached us, and we welcomed them with open arms. Given that many trailer dealers also sell RVs, we decided to reinvent our system to match their exact requirements – whether they sell trailers only, or RVs and trailers.

    2000 <br>Welcoming Trailer Dealers
  • 2009 <br>Joining Forces with Constellation Software

    2009
    Joining Forces with Constellation Software

    Though we continued to expand as a company, we wanted to retain a close-knit team of professionals who are passionate about the RV, marine and trailer industries. However, without the right resources, this wasn’t going to be easy. So, in 2009, we joined forces with Constellation Software, a worldwide software organization that fueled our passion with large resources.

    2009 <br>Joining Forces with Constellation Software
  • Building an Integrated System Specific to the Dealer Industry

    After realizing that many dealers were very fragmented in their operations, Hawkins began developing state-of-the-art software that would integrate all dealer departments and allow them to:

    Manage every aspect of their business from <strong>one place</strong>

    Manage every aspect of their business from one place

    <strong>Control inventory</strong> across multiple locations

    Control inventory across multiple locations

    Speed up <strong>service, parts and warranty</strong> processes

    Speed up service, parts and warranty processes

    Set up better <strong>internal and external communications</strong>

    Set up better internal and external communications

    Automate and streamline labor-intensive activities to <strong>save time</strong>

    Automate and streamline labor-intensive activities to save time

    <strong>Gain visibility</strong> into each department and location

    Gain visibility into each department and location

  • Becoming a True Industry Partner

    Fueled by feedback from dealers, the software continued to incorporate more and more dealership processes into its functionalities. However, dealers needed more than just a system.
    They needed a dedicated partner that would look after all their needs. That’s why, in addition to continually enhancing the system, the team went on to:

    <strong>Build strong industry</strong> ties with manufacturers, leading dealerships and associations

    Build strong industry ties with manufacturers, leading dealerships and associations

    Establish <strong>one-on-one client relationships</strong> that go beyond software support and implementation

    Establish one-on-one client relationships that go beyond software support and implementation

    Hire and nourish a team of <strong>industry veterans</strong> who understand RV dealership needs

    Hire and nourish a team of industry veterans who understand RV dealership needs

    Focus heavily on <strong>customer education</strong> to help expand their software and business expertise

    Focus heavily on customer education to help expand their software and business expertise

    Plan years into the future to provide customers with <strong>business stability and comfort</strong>

    Plan years into the future to provide customers with business stability and comfort

    <strong>Deliver insights</strong> on industry trends and future developments

    Deliver insights on industry trends and future developments

First Company in the Industry to Deliver:

  1. 1997

    Parts integrations to distributors like NTP, Stag and Coast

  2. 2002

    OEM integration for warranty processing

  3. 2008

    Hosted dealership software solution

  4. 2011

    Fully integrated CRM

  5. 2012

    Wolters Kluwer document integration for email delivery and customer F&I forms

  6. 2013

    Cross-platform mobile app to manage technician time and work orders

  7. 2018

    IDS and RVDA launch the first Repair Event Cycle Time (R.E.C.T) National Reporting

  8. 2020

    IDS launches Service360, a suite of new tools to reduce RECT

A Business with a Bright Future

Though we have come a long way in the last 40+ years, the RV, marine and trailer industries continue to evolve and so we must evolve as well.

We have great things planned and our team works towards that every day. Over the next 10 years, we plan to:

Build all-new mobile apps to ensure greater efficiencies in many departments

Embrace the ease of use and agility of cloud-based technologies

Provide dealers with more insights into the industry to help make better business decisions

Continue building long-lasting industry relationships that will bring dealers together

The People Who Fuel Dealers' Success

Frank Tamburrini - General Manager

Frank Tamburrini

General Manager

As the General Manager, Frank Tamburrini oversees every aspect of IDS – from customer service to product development – utilizing a “data-first” business strategy to continually meet customer needs.

Before taking on this role, Frank was IDS’ Director of Customer Service, having introduced several impactful initiatives in just four years, including multichannel customer support and IDS’ Business Intelligence platform.

Prior to joining IDS, Frank spent 12 years leading service and support organizations that serviced small and large companies across North America and overseas. The ultimate goal was to consistently provide a world-class customer experience. After all, as Frank himself puts it, “Customer service is not a department – it’s a culture.”

Kimberly Schultz - Director of Professional Services

Kimberly Schultz

Director of Professional Services

Kimberly Schultz is the Director of Professional Services and she also serves as an Account Manager for 35 of IDS top dealers.  She’s been with IDS for nearly 13 years and has made invaluable contributions to the company. Kimberly enjoys that each dealership’s story is a bit different and in order to implement the software successfully, you have to not only look at their current situation, but make the software and its benefits fit within the dealership.

Prior to joining IDS, Kimberly worked at two different car dealerships and in both dealerships ended up as the Office Manager within a short period of time.

Mark Jakobsen - Director of Support

Mark Jakobsen

Director of Support

Mark Jakobsen is the Director of Client Services and oversees the technical support team for the IDS products. Mark joined IDS in 1996 as a Help Desk Support Analyst and has held roles as a Support Programmer, Support Team Lead and since 2009 has been the Director of Client Services.

Prior to joining IDS, Mark worked in the MIS department of another software company as the primary technical analyst for their internal accounting and distribution systems.

Marc Hertert - Director of Sales

Marc Hertert

Director of Sales

Marc leads the IDS Sales team. During his 10+ years at IDS, he has handled account management, new business acquisition, and outside sales.

Having worked closely with dealers for the past decade, Marc understands and cares about their business processes and challenges. Customer success being his number one priority, he leverages his strengths in deep discovery and analytical problem solving to help businesses succeed.

Before joining IDS, Marc worked with independent retailers, helping implement best practices and improve sales processes.

David Darrell - Director of Cloud Operations

David Darrell

Director of Cloud Operations

As the Director of Cloud Operations, David Darrell oversees IDS’ cloud strategy as well as production operations and infrastructure.

He has extensive experience overseeing mission-critical technology and supporting services in a 24/7/365 environment, having held senior management roles for companies such as Research In Motion (RIM) and TD Securities. Most recently, David was the Director of Cloud Operations at a learning management company where he successfully migrated seven datacenters in five countries to a cloud environment.

Given that IDS continues to invest heavily in cloud technologies, David’s experience is invaluable.

Raginee Mamgain - Director of Marketing

Raginee Mamgain

Director of Marketing

Raginee is a results-driven Marketing Manager whose goal is to ensure that the products and services IDS offers have the best chance to thrive in their target market. With a focus on customer engagement, demand generation, product marketing, and branding, Raginee aims to bring the IDS story to life by working with both internal and external stakeholders.

Before IDS, Raginee worked at a SAAS company for the legal industry, as well as a fortune 500 engineering company.

Josie Prosdocimo - Director of Product Management

Josie Prosdocimo

Director of Product Management

Josie Prosdocimo has over 25 years of experience in dealership technology and a proven track record of success, having streamlined operations and increased efficiency for dealerships of all sizes. As the Director of Product Management, Josie is devoted to ensuring that IDS’ dealership management software meets and exceeds dealers’ expectations.

She is also known for her exceptional communication skills and ability to build strong relationships with clients. As a result, Josie has a deep understanding of dealers' unique needs and the importance of providing them with tailored digital solutions. Her passion for technology extends beyond her work and into her community, where she volunteers her time and expertise to several non-profit organizations.

Greg Fenton - Vice President of Technology

Greg Fenton

Vice President of Technology

Greg Fenton is an accomplished leader in product development, with a strong track record of transforming customer requests into high-quality, market-ready software solutions. Under his leadership, his team consistently delivers successful software solutions by fostering transparency with stakeholders, maintaining clear reporting on metrics, and effectively communicating priorities.

With deep expertise in the software industry—spanning enterprise, on-premise, SaaS, and cloud solutions, as well as front-end, back-end, and middleware across web, mobile, and desktop platforms—Greg excels at driving the adoption of best practices and implementing appropriate procedures. His leadership style empowers teams to take ownership of their work, stay accountable to stakeholders, and focus on their professional growth.

Bill Xinaris  - Operations Manager

Bill Xinaris

Operations Manager

Bill Xinaris, in the role of Operations Manager, provides essential interdepartmental support to enhance customer experiences and foster enduring client relationships through the effective implementation and utilization of IDS product offerings.

With over 25 years of senior leadership expertise, including a decade immersed in dealership operations spanning variable and fixed domains, Bill brings over 15 years of invaluable corporate experience in SaaS environments. His tenure in corporate roles has been marked by successful leadership of teams engaged in sales, services, and product rollouts, positioning him as a seasoned professional adept at driving operational excellence and client satisfaction.

How We Help Dealers

To help fuel your success, we ensure you can:

Provide Tools to Manage Every Department

With our suite of integrated tools, each of your departments can streamline and manage all their processes, ensuring smooth operations and increased visibility.

Lean on Our Expertise

Get training and support from industry experts who fully understand your daily and long-term challenges – and are always available to help you.

Maximize Your Profitability

Connect with our staff, so they can help you make full use of our tools and ensure you get the most out of your investment in us.

Gain Insight into Each Activity

Use our customizable dashboards to quickly analyze every aspect of your business and ensure you are always as efficient and profitable as possible.

Here’s What Successful Dealers Have to Say About Us:

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Are You Ready to Succeed & Grow?

Are You Ready to Succeed & Grow?

If you're looking for a true industry partner rather than a generic software provider, let’s connect and explore new opportunities for success together.