FIX AUTO UK FORMS STRATEGIC ALLIANCE WITH INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Fix Auto UK has announced a strategic alliance with consultancy-business Industry Insights Limited, in order to further develop its product offering to the UK motor market.

Formed in 2015, Industry Insights combines over 40 years’ collective experience in both the vehicle repair and motor insurance sectors.  The consultancy is led by Steve Thompson, previously Managing Director of Nationwide Network Services and Group Sales Director of Nationwide Accident Repair Services plc, along with co-director Sharon McLeod who has operated in procurement roles for leading motor insurance companies.

Commenting on the new relationship, Ian Pugh of Fix Auto UK, said: “Creating a strategic alliance with Industry Insights is a significant development for our business. Steve has a strong pedigree in our market and boasts a strong track record in developing innovative insurance relationships while Sharon is extremely accomplished within the procurement arena. Together they make the perfect partnership and I am confident that they will deliver significant value to Fix Auto.

Steve Thompson said: “I have witnessed first-hand how Fix Auto UK has developed and grown over the past five years into a key player within the repair sector. It was important to Industry Insights that we chose our Repair Network partner wisely and I am personally very confident that we have made the right decision".

“Industry Insights has a solution for delivery of key objectives. We have a huge amount of experience encompassing sales, marketing, claims operations, tenders, procurement, recruitment and innovation and I firmly believe we will help Ian and his team meet their ambitions and goals.”

Notes to Editors:  

• Fix Auto UK is part of a global franchised network of more than 400 bodyshops.
• Fix Auto UK carries out more than 120,000 body repairs per year for leading motor insurance companies, fleets, and retail customers.
• Fix Auto UK, Lyndale House, Harcourt Way, Meridian Business Park, Leicester, LE19 1WL. Tel: 0116 3265401.
• Industry Insights is a specialist consultancy business specialising in the Automotive and Insurance sectors
• Industry Insights work directly with Insurers, Fleets & the supply chain to provide 'connected solutions'

Please Note:  For further information please contact Mark Richards on 07774 861596. Email: mark@mrpr.co.uk