# AutoSalesVelocity > AutoSalesVelocity (ASV) is an automotive software company that provides dealership management software, inventory optimization services, and vehicle ordering solutions for Ford/Lincoln dealers, dealership groups, and auto manufacturers. Founded in 2005, ASV helps dealerships increase profits, improve turn rates, and optimize inventory using data science and AI. ## Company Overview AutoSalesVelocity Inc. is headquartered in the United States and has been serving the automotive industry since 2005. The company was founded by David Houtt Sr., a former Ford Motor Company Director of Retail Development and Strategy with 30 years of experience at Ford. ASV currently orders approximately 12% of all Ford vehicles in the USA, including 30 of the top 100 dealerships by volume. The company serves over 600 dealerships across the US, Canada, and Mexico with long-term contracts with major OEMs. ### Key Statistics - Orders over $4 billion worth of Ford & Lincoln vehicles annually - Serves 600+ dealerships across North America - Founded in 2005 - SOC 2 Type II compliant (third-party audited by Vanta) ### Proven Results for Clients - +23% improvement in turn rate - -10% reduction in inventory levels - +11% increase in sales volume - Reduced floor planning and overhead costs ## Products and Services ### For Dealerships - [Ford & Lincoln Ordering Service](https://autosalesvelocity.com/products/ordering-service): Full-service inventory management and vehicle ordering for Ford and Lincoln dealers. Includes dedicated inventory managers, data-driven ordering strategies, and access to the Lot Manager software. - [Lot Manager](https://autosalesvelocity.com/products/lot-manager): Online inventory management tools including inventory search, sales reports, wholesale guides, and fleet/retail tracking. Helps dealers manage every aspect of their new vehicle inventory. - [Retail Assist App](https://autosalesvelocity.com/products/retail-assist): Application for managing retail customer orders, tracking constraints, and monitoring order status. Helps dealers manage unscheduled units and scheduled deliveries. - [Ford Commodity Notes](https://autosalesvelocity.com/products/ford-commodity-notes): Free community resource providing updates on Ford vehicle ordering constraints and commodity availability. ### For Manufacturers - [Manufacturer Software](https://autosalesvelocity.com/products/manufacturer): Vehicle distribution software solutions for auto manufacturers. ASV can configure existing dealer products for new brands or build custom solutions. Typical deployment in 6 months or less. ## Technology ASV combines industry expertise with advanced technology: - **Data Platform**: 20 years of automotive data tracking every vehicle in the nation - **AI and Machine Learning**: Proprietary models for scoring units and forecasting sales - **Research Team**: Industry experts, PhDs, and engineers continuously improving algorithms ## Contact Information - Website: https://autosalesvelocity.com - Email: info@autosalesvelocity.com - Support: support@autosalesvelocity.com - Phone: (650) 948-1440 - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/autosalesvelocity-inc. - X/Twitter: https://x.com/asvsoftware ## Additional Resources - [About Us](https://autosalesvelocity.com/about): Company history, mission, and team - [Contact](https://autosalesvelocity.com/contact): Contact information and demo requests - [Support](https://autosalesvelocity.com/support): Customer support resources - [Privacy Policy](https://autosalesvelocity.com/privacy-policy): Data privacy information - [Terms of Service](https://autosalesvelocity.com/terms-of-service): Service terms and conditions - [Trust Center](https://app.vanta.com/autosalesvelocity.com/trust/72y2wv9qiq3edvvu5fak3h): Security and compliance information - [Status Page](https://autosalesvelocity.statuspage.io/): System status and uptime ## Optional - [Sitemap](https://autosalesvelocity.com/sitemap.xml): XML sitemap for all pages