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  1. Reading Control Panel Reports

    Whether you are looking for information on how much you sold last month or what category of products is the most profitable, SimplePart has you covered and makes it easy for you to find and review...
  2. VIN Message & Checkout Message

    The VIN message notifies customers during their checkout process to provide the VIN Number for their vehicle, in order to ensure the accuracy of their order. For this reason, the VIN message is an important aspect of your Cart Page.
  3. Monthly Performance Snapshot & Reporting

    We offer an extensive library of research and reporting tools that range from Gross Profit by Month to Conversion Rates Since Inception. These reports can help you determine where you might want to improve and help manage future changes.
  4. Searching Orders

    When you log into the Control Panel and you need to locate a specific order, there are a few different ways to search for it. You can either use the "Orders" drop down in the menu at the top of the page. You can also use the "Recent Orders" button, "Search Orders button," or specify an order number in the "Order #" search box.
  5. Pending Flags

    At the top right of your Control Panel, you should notice a set of orange icons with a corresponding number count. Each of these will assist you in running your parts website.
  6. Your Guide to: Shipping Supplies

    You've got your online store all ready to go. But are you equipped to start shipping your first orders? We've put together some supplies you'll want to have on hand as you fulfill orders.
  7. Fraud Practices

    Fraud demands urgent attention and SimplePart has the tools and know-how to help you combat this issue. SimplePart’s Control Panel has several built-in features to help you take proactive measures against fraudulent orders.
  8. PayPal

    When it comes to ease of use and security, PayPal is a favorite among both businesses and consumers. On your SimplePart site, you have the ability to integrate either PayPal Payflow Pro or PayPal Express as valid payment options.
  9. Payments

    When a customer pays for an order with their credit card, you must capture the payment, following the instructions detailed in the Billing Details tab.
  10. Printing an Order

    When you are processing an order, it is important to make sure you have the parts in stock. To create an invoice to attach to your DMS invoice use the Print Order tab on the gray navigation bar.