Press Releases

March 27, 2008: Karmak Updates Dealer Management System
Heavy-duty technology provider Karmak, Inc., announced today that it has released a major update of its INFO 5 dealer management system. The new software release includes enterprise-wide enhancements for more efficient management of a heavy-duty truck or trailer dealership or rental and leasing company. Full Story >

March 11, 2008: Karmak Names New Chief Technology Officer
Karmak, Inc. recently named John Lebel, a 26-year veteran of the company, as Chief Technology Officer. Lebel's new position will expand his duties to include setting the technology direction for all Karmak products and overseeing the IT operations of Karmak's Carlinville, Ill. and Springfield, Mo. offices. Full Story >

February 22, 2008: James R. Costa, Sr. Appointed Western Area Manager for Karmak, Inc.
Trucking veteran named to management post with leading truck software company
Karmak, Inc. recently appointed James R. Costa, Sr. to the position of Western Area Manager. In his new capacity, Costa will manage Karmak's sales operations and Regional Managers in the western United States and Canadian provinces. Full Story >

February 14, 2008: Karmak Offers Online Software Demo
Karmak, Inc. recently launched a new, online demo showcasing the company's software products for the heavy-duty truck industry. The free demo, which is available at http://www.karmak.com, provides an overview of Karmak's business management systems. Full Story >

January 16, 2008: Karmak Releases Enhanced Business Management Software
Heavy-duty technology provider Karmak, Inc., announced today that it has released a major update of its Legend business management system. The new software release includes many enhancements for improved management of parts inventory, service, accounting, sales, and lease and rental operations. Full Story >

July 16, 2007: Karmak Joins STAR
STAR (Standards for Technology in Automotive Retail), a global Information Technology (IT) standards body for the retail automotive industry, and heavy-duty truck software provider Karmak, Inc., have announced that Karmak has recently joined STAR. Full Story >

June 25, 2007: Karmak Names New Vice President of Sales and Eastern Area Manager
Karmak recently promoted Jeff Eudy to Vice President of Sales and has named Todd Robertson the new Area Manager for the Eastern sales territory. Full Story >

April 26, 2007: Karmak Announces Legend Access for Windows Vista
Karmak, Inc. today announced that it released Legend Access which is Certified for Windows Vista. Legend Access allows users to connect to and run applications on their Karmak Legend business system from a Windows-based PC. It offers simple installation, pre-configured settings, and customizable options that help Karmak customers use their business systems more efficiently. Full Story >

April 24, 2007: Karmak to Provide Ford Integration through Dealer Integration Network; Oxlo Expands Into Truck Industry
Oxlo Systems Inc. and Karmak, Inc., announce an agreement for Oxlo to provide Ford dealer communication system integration for Karmak Legend Business Systems. By leveraging the Oxlo Dealer Integration Network, Karmak’s Legend systems will quickly integrate with Ford. Full Story >

February 15, 2007: Karmak Announces Availability of Business Management Software for HP Integrity Servers
Heavy-duty truck software provider Karmak, Inc., announced today that its Legend business management system is now available for HP Integrity servers running the OpenVMS operating system. The new software release allows customers to easily upgrade from HP AlphaServers or VAX servers as well as take advantage of the high performance of the HP Integrity family of servers. Full Story >

December 22, 2006: Karmak Celebrates 25th Year as Heavy Duty Technology Provider
Karmak, Inc. is celebrating its 25th year of providing business management software systems to heavy-duty truck parts distributors, dealers, manufacturers, service shops, lease/rental facilities, and fleets. Incorporated on December 31, 1981, Karmak began in response to the need for useful software to handle the specific needs of the heavy-duty trucking arena. Full Story >

October 26, 2006: Greg Holcomb Named Director of Customer Services at Karmak; Brad Ambuel Replaces Holcomb as Manager of Sales Services
Karmak, Inc. has selected Greg Holcomb as the company's new Director of Customer Services, reporting to Mike Kirk, the company’s Vice President of Operations. In addition, Karmak’s Brad Ambuel has succeeded Holcomb as Manager of Sales Services. Full Story >

September 11, 2006: Karmak Expands Sales Force  
Karmak recently expanded its sales force by adding three new Regional Managers to the company's sales team. The newly created positions will increase Karmak's presence in the Southeast and Central U.S. regions. Full Story >

August 9, 2006: Karmak Names New Director of Software Development
Karmak recently named Bob Reiher as the Director of Software Development. In his new position, Reiher will oversee more than 25 employees in development of Karmak Legend^®, ProfitMaster^®, and Director Series software, as well as the Legend Quality Assurance, Internal Training, and Price File departments. Full Story >

August 7, 2006: Karmak Enhances Corporate Website
Karmak recently redesigned its website, www.karmak.com, to make it easier for visitors to locate specific information on the company’s products and services. The new site features improved navigation and free downloads of product brochures, white papers, and tips from industry experts. Full Story >

May 8, 2006: Karmak President & CEO to Become Chairman of the Board; Executive Vice President to Become President & CEO
Karmak, Inc. today announced that J. Richard Schien, President and CEO, will become the company’s Chairman of the Board. Bill Healy, Executive Vice President of Karmak, will become President and CEO. Both moves are effective immediately. Full Story >

April 12, 2006: Mike Kirk Named Vice President of Operations at Karmak
Karmak, Inc. today named Mike Kirk, an 18-year veteran of the company who has been Director of Customer Services for the past 9 years, as Vice President of Operations. Kirk’s new position will expand his duties to include operations of Karmak’s Carlinville, Ill. and the Springfield, Mo. offices. Full Story >

February 9, 2006: Jim Vanderpoel Promoted to Director Series Manager
Karmak recently announced the promotion of Jim Vanderpoel to Director Series Manager. In his new position, he will oversee the Application Support team for Director Series inventory and service shop management software. Full Story >