The Garage in Renton Celebrating the July Alaka`i Award

Mackenna Herr • July 26, 2024

Congratulations to The Garage in Renton for earning the July Alakai Award in the Shop Success Drivers category! 

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This award recognizes automotive repair shops that have successfully utilized KUKUI's productivity tools, including the CRM, digital vehicle inspections, and marketing management tools, to drive their business to new heights.

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Symbol of Success

In Hawaiian culture, the humuhumunukunukuapua'a symbolizes streamlined, efficient movements and adaptability. This spirit perfectly embodies The Garage in Renton’s approach to optimizing their operations with KUKUI’s tools. Just as the reef triggerfish adapts to its environment with precision, The Garage in Renton has harnessed the power of KUKUI’s features to enhance their attention to detail and boost productivity.


A Strong Partnership

Our collaboration with The Garage in Renton has been a tremendous success. With their recent adoption of the Live Scheduler and the addition of new content to their site, they are continually optimizing their workflow and enhancing customer satisfaction. Their use of the Text Connect Platform and commitment to leveraging our tool's capabilities truly sets them apart as a leader in the industry.

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Commitment to Excellence

The unwavering dedication of The Garage in Renton to harnessing KUKUI’s comprehensive suite of tools is truly commendable. Their focus on continuous improvement and excellence in service delivery not only enhances their operational efficiency but also fosters long-term customer loyalty. This commitment to leveraging technology for superior service sets a benchmark for others in the industry.


Please join us in congratulating The Garage in Renton on this well-deserved recognition. Their dedication to utilizing KUKUI’s tools to drive success is an inspiration to us all.

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