Automotive IT Managed Services

Automotive dealerships collect extensive customer personally identifiable information. For example, financing applications, service records, and marketing programs all gather sensitive data. As a result, this information is subject to GLBA, state privacy laws, and contractual obligations to OEM partners. In response, our data governance and security services protect customer information. We also keep it access-controlled and audit-ready at all times.

The FTC Safeguards Rule took effect for automotive dealers in 2023. As a result, it imposes comprehensive data security requirements on every dealership handling consumer financial information. For example, the rule covers risk assessments, written information security plans, multi-factor authentication, encryption, and ongoing employee training. In response, we help dealerships achieve and maintain Safeguards Rule compliance with purpose-built programs.

Dealer Management Systems serve as the central nervous system of a dealership. For example, they manage everything from vehicle inventory and F&I transactions to service records and accounting. However, these systems are also high-value targets for cybercriminals seeking customer financial data. In response, we provide dedicated security monitoring, access control, and network segmentation for DMS environments. As a result, breach risk drops without interfering with daily operations.

Multi-dealership groups face the additional challenge of consistent IT standards across many rooftops. For example, security configurations and compliance programs must stay aligned at every location. Otherwise, a vulnerability at one store can quickly become a group-wide incident. In response, we design and manage unified network architectures for dealer groups. As a result, you get centralized visibility and control while preserving operational independence at each store.

Automotive IT Managed Services from 360 Networks keep dealership networks and customer data secure across sales, service, and finance. Automotive dealerships operate complex, multi-system IT environments that support vehicle sales, financing, service scheduling, parts management, and customer relationship management simultaneously. The convergence of dealer management systems, OEM-required platforms, and customer-facing digital tools creates an intricate technology landscape that demands professional management and serious cybersecurity attention.

360 Networks serves as the dedicated Automotive IT Managed Services partner for retailers who want enterprise-grade protection without building an enterprise IT department. From network infrastructure and endpoint security to compliance documentation and incident response, we handle the technology so your team can focus on selling and servicing vehicles.