ERA® Security
Since 2004, DMS security has been a significant focus for Reynolds. We are committed to minimizing dealers’ risk associated with data management with continual enhancements.
| 2004 | Use of inbound static IP addresses to the DMS is eliminated.
- Exposure to hackers is reduced.
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| 2005 | Password access with unique-to-system, random character enhancements introduced.
- System security increased.
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| 2005 | Usage audit trail introduced.
- System security increased.
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| 2008 | Over 3,500 third-party application files removed from dealer systems.
- Data integrity safeguarded.
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| 2009 | Social Security Numbers encrypted.
- Consumer and employee identity protected allowing access by specified users only.
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| 2009 | Log-in password function enhanced, requiring users to periodically change password as defined by the dealer.*
- Data access limited to those given permissions using a widely-accepted best practice.
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| 2009 | Access questions for print jobs introduced.*
- Unauthorized extraction of personally identifiable information and other critical dealer data limited.
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| 2010 | Inbound DMS access through modems eliminated.
- System security increased.
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| 2010 | Phase-out of direct third-party access to the DMS began. |
* Dealers can choose to exempt specified non-dealership personnel (e.g. CPAs) by contacting the Reynolds Technical Assistance Center at 888.767.0080
POWER Security
The POWER system was built with system security as a core philosophy. It is highly flexible to allow dealers to define access to personnel down to the field level. And, uncertified third-party access is tightly controlled to protect dealers from the risks associated with data getting into the wrong hands.
Dealership Management Solutions
