Name
Future-Proof Your Workforce: Building Resilience in the Automotive Aftermarket
Date & Time
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 1:30 PM - 2:20 PM
Speakers
Thom Smith - Epicor
Description

Labor shortages, retiring experienced workers, and evolving technologies are reshaping the automotive aftermarket. This session explores practical strategies to maintain productivity and consistency as your workforce transforms alongside the economic landscape. Learn how your ability to train and equip your teams helps you adapt to change quickly, even with less-experienced staff.

You'll learn about:

  • Change management principles that work in any organization
  • Onboarding and training best practices that accelerate time-to-productivity
  • Leveraging digital tools to enable frontline autonomy and decision-making
  • Reskilling employees and adopting new processes while minimizing operational downtime
Location Name
Citrus
Full Address
TradeWinds Resort on St. Pete Beach
5500 Gulf Blvd.
St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
United States
Collaboration, Integration and Automation, Smart Operations
Education Level Insights Auto 2026
Beginner, Advanced
Audience Insights Auto 2026
Executive, Finance, Operations
Solutions Insights Auto 2026
Eagle for the Aftermarket, Vision
Track Insights Auto 2026
Best Practices
Session Type Insights Auto 2026
Interactive Learning, Strategic Drivers, Success Strategies