Integrated Business Solutions: one-source business solution in Alaska.

• Position: Business Profile

I.B.S.--A NEW TWIST TO A BASIC BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC), the parent company for NAPA Auto Parts, is now offering Alaska businesses an on-site inventory management program that can significantly reduce your inventory management costs and increase your purchasing power. Integrated Business Solutions (I.B.S.) is a unique service that offers cost advantages to its customers.

I.B.S. can source all of your inventory needs, including automotive, heavy duty, industrial, construction, drilling, mining, safety, shop supplies, and office and janitorial supplies. On a combined basis, GPC represents $8.5 billion in net sales--now you can tap into I.B.S.' purchasing power!

Service:

* The parts you need when you need them. Your inventory is stocked and supplied by NAPA to give you exceptional service with a minimum investment. Total turnkey!

* Fleet management systems featuring Mitchell On Demand

* Computerized inventory control

* ASE tech training

* EDI and centralized payment

* EPA waste control

Cost Advantages:

* Reduces supply time because the parts you need are in stock.

* Reduces personnel issues

* Reduces environmental issues

* Improves overall shop productivity

* Reduces operating costs

* Reduces the number of accounts payable

* Minimizes inventory investment

* Eliminates inventory shrinkage and obsolescence

* Provides for and improves customer training needs

The Bottom Line:

* Lowers transaction costs!

* Lowers transaction expenses!

* Completely customized to your needs!

PARTNERSHIP ASSURANCE

I.B.S. is the truest form of partnership. NAPA manages the day-to-day operations and all major decisions are made together. I.B.S. utilizes its vast knowledge of distribution and researches and presents the best value and savings to you. You, the customer, make the final decision.

The I.B.S. Solution is done at a minimal expense. You, the customer, receive a monthly operating statement on all expenses.

I.B.S. is operational in 140 locations nationwide and is...