The idea for Automotive Innovations® was born out of a consulting session with a dealership. Our Founder and CEO, Hoss Devine, recognized the potential for converting the massive spreadsheet he used to run a store into an online platform. He wanted to leverage his years of operational knowledge and use it to create a tool that could identify and address trouble spots for dealerships. The goal was not just to provide data, but to empower dealers with real-time, actionable information. However, starting a company and achieving success is never easy. Hoss shared his idea with his wife, outlining the sacrifices that would need to be made in order to make it a reality, including selling their possessions and living in an RV until the project was completed. His wife simply asked him two questions: Will it work, and how long will it take? Hoss' response: Yes, and it should only take 1 year!

In the following years, Hoss and his wife continued to live in their RV while traveling across the country to consult with dealerships during the day and work on developing the software at night. Hoss was determined to put in the necessary effort to make the software a reality, often only getting a few hours of sleep a night due to his relentless dedication. His main motivation was the product itself; he knew that it had the potential to revolutionize the automotive dealership industry and he was determined to see it through

The beta testing of OpsVision™ in May 2018 marked the beginning of a new phase for Hoss and his product. Despite still living out of their RV as they traveled and consulted with dealerships, Hoss' hard work and dedication had finally come to fruition. As he visited different dealerships, the potential of his product became increasingly apparent and there was a strong interest in the software, with many dealerships eager to use it and support him. It was at this point that Hoss fully realized the significance of his creation and the impact it could have on the automotive industry

The successful beta testing of OpsVision™ provided valuable feedback and solidified Hoss's decision to take the project full-time. In June of 2019, he made the decision to discontinue consulting and focus all his efforts on developing and supporting the software. With a stable base, Hoss and his wife sold the RV and moved into a house that would provide the necessary space for their growing business. It was a pivotal moment that marked the transition from a side project to a full-time venture

With the project now a full-time endeavor, it was time to establish a physical office space. In October of 2020, Hoss rented an office in the heart of Kansas City. He immediately set to work on hiring local talent that would help the business expand rapidly. It marked a new chapter in the growth and development of the company

Outgrowing our old office space was the catalyst for us to move into our own building in North Kansas City, MO. The new space offers a dedicated room for our development team, a conference room, break room, and ample storage to support our ongoing growth. Today, we remain committed to developing the most comprehensive automotive dealership tools and expanding our business to new heights