Audatex to Use Demandforce for Marketing and Communications

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Demandforce, Inc. ("Demandforce"),  a leader in marketing and communications, today announced it has been selected by Audatex North America, Inc. ("Audatex"), a leading provider of software and services to the U.S. automobile insurance claims processing and collision repair industries, for marketing and communication software to help build strong online reputations for its customers and help them compete in the Internet economy.  

"Demandforce was the clear choice to help our customers to drive additional revenue, increase efficiencies, and help build a strong online reputation," said Gordon Henderson, Vice President of Collision Repair Services for Audatex. "Demandforce and Audatex share a common goal to foster an environment of innovation, high performance and proven results and we look forward to working together to serve our customers."

The Demandforce communication platform automatically collects certified reviews and publishes those on Internet sites including Google, Facebook, Bing, Judy's Book, and Citysearch, helping to enhance a shops most valuable asset, its reputation. Through the Demandforce automated review syndication, Demandforce certified reviews reach a total of 200 million monthly unique visitors across the Web, helping local consumers find businesses in their area.

Also, Demandforce makes it easy for shop owners to not only build new relationships, but maintain established relationships by giving them the tools to drive new revenue through promotions and newsletters that offer value added services. Additionally, Demandforce automatically tracks results and revenue from online marketing and communications efforts to provide shop owners with real-time visibility into the success of their business.

"The use of Demandforce by Audatex is a great example of two companies coming together to promote growth and relationship building in the collision repair industry," said Rick Berry, President of Demandforce.  "Our comprehensive software solution brings overwhelming benefits to collision repair shops and will undoubtedly have an immediate impact in shop efficiencies, reputation building and revenue generation. We look forward to a long relationship with Audatex and to their customers adopting the Demandforce solution."

This latest partnership marks another major user of Demandforce and the first in the collision repair industry. Industry leaders choose Demandforce because it brings unprecedented value to business owners, and end consumers and continues to innovate.

About Demandforce

Demandforce, Inc., a leading online marketing and communication software service from Intuit Inc. (Nasdaq:INTU), helps local businesses thrive in the Internet economy using email communications, text messaging and online services. Demandforce combines an award-winning communication platform with best-in-class reputation and networking tools into one powerful web-based application that seamlessly integrates with existing workflow systems to help businesses build a strong online reputation and leverage local network marketing. Founded in 2003, Demandforce has collected more than 2 million consumer reviews, which are published across the Web, and has generated more than $3 billion for its clients. Through the Demandforce Network, its end clients are connected to almost 40 million local consumers.  For more information on how you can utilize Demandforce for your business, please visit www.demandforce.com.

About Intuit Inc.

Intuit Inc. is a leading provider of business and financial management solutions for small and mid-sized businesses; financial institutions, including banks and credit unions; consumers and accounting professionals. Its flagship products and services, including QuickBooks®, Quicken® and TurboTax®, simplify small business management and payroll processing, personal finance, and tax preparation and filing. ProSeries® and Lacerte® are Intuit's leading tax preparation offerings for professional accountants. Intuit Financial Services helps banks and credit unions grow by providing on-demand solutions and services that make it easier for consumers and businesses to manage their money.

Founded in 1983, Intuit had annual revenue of $3.5 billion in its fiscal year 2010. The company has approximately 8,300 employees with major offices in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, India and other locations. More information can be found at www.intuit.com.

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