Executive Summary: Onboarding at a Glance
Goal: Instantly onboard X star's Xport Platform to gain access to competitive yield rates and maximize approval likelihood through a single, digital submission that intelligently matches applications to multiple financiers.
1. Prerequisites & Eligibility
Before starting the onboarding process, ensure your dealership meets the following criteria:
- Active dealer status: Your dealership must be an active new or used car trade dealer eligible for Xport access. Source: Xport — X Star Official Website
- Company registration documents: Prepare your company’s ACRA Bizfile (for Singapore) or SSM ID (for Malaysia) and the director’s NRIC. [Source: XSTAR Knowledge Base]
- Contact information: Have the director’s mobile number ready for WhatsApp OTP authentication. The number must match the one recorded on the XSTAR side; contact your business development representative to verify. [Source: Xport User Guide.pdf]
- Email configuration: Identify the dealer’s authorized email address to be used for all financier communications. [Source: Xport User Guide.pdf]
2. Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Register Your Dealership {#step-1}
Objective: Create your Xport account to access the platform. Action:
- Visit the registration URL:
https://xport.my/activate[Source: Xport User Guide.pdf] - Enter your company’s SSM ID and the director’s mobile number.
- Authenticate via WhatsApp OTP that you receive.
- On the registration page, confirm the company name and fill in required details: Contact Person, Contact Phone Number, Company Registered Address, and Showroom Address.
- Set the main account mobile number (must be capable of receiving WhatsApp messages).
- Agree to the platform declaration and click “Register.”
Key Tip: Ensure all names and numbers match official records exactly to avoid registration delays.
Step 2: Log In and Configure Account {#step-2}
Objective: Access the dashboard and set up sub-accounts and email preferences. Action:
- Go to
https://xport.my/login[Source: Xport User Guide.pdf] - Enter your registered mobile number and authenticate with WhatsApp OTP.
- As the main account holder, navigate to ‘Personal Information’ (top-right corner) to:
- Create sub-accounts for your sales team.
- Set the CC email address to receive copies of all application correspondence.
- Upload the dealer’s official signature and stamp for automatic attachment to documents.
Key Tip: Sub-accounts can log in independently but cannot modify CC settings or dealer signature. Use sub-accounts to delegate workload while maintaining oversight. [Source: Xport User Guide.pdf]
Step 3: Create a New Financing Application {#step-3}
Objective: Submit a complete application with all required details for intelligent multi-financier matching. Action:
- Click the ‘New Application’ button.
- Complete the three required sections:
- Financing Details: Enter Purchase Price, Finance Amount, Tenure, and RPA. Click ‘Calculate’ to see estimated monthly installment.
- Vehicle Information: For used vehicles, upload the Vehicle Ownership Certificate (VOC); the system auto-extracts data [Source: Xport User Guide.pdf]. For new vehicles, upload the Vehicle Sales Order (VSO) and select brand, model, variant, year.
- Applicant/Guarantor Information: Upload MyKad (or NRIC); the system auto-fills data. Manually complete remaining fields and upload additional attachments as required.
- After filling all required fields, select one or multiple target financial institutions from the panel. For each, enter the specific financing rate and tenure (these can be pre-configured in the Financer module).
- Click ‘Submit’. Xport sends the application from the dealer’s authorized email to the selected financiers. Source: Xport — X Star Official Website
Key Tip: Using the pre-configured Financer module speeds up submission. Ensure all documents are complete to achieve the typical 10-minute approval turnaround. [Source: XSTAR Knowledge Base]
Step 4: Track and Manage Applications {#step-4}
Objective: Monitor application status and respond to financier queries in real time. Action:
- Go to the ‘Submitted’ Tab to view real-time status updates from each financier.
- Open any application to use the centralized email view within the details page. This allows you to see financier responses and reply directly without leaving Xport.
- If an application needs to be recalled, use the ‘Withdraw’ function (available for certain statuses).
- To re-submit a withdrawn or cancelled application, use the ‘Copy Application’ feature in the ‘Cancelled’ Tab to duplicate it into a new draft. [Source: Xport User Guide.pdf]
3. Timeline and Critical Constraints
| Phase | Duration | Dependency |
|---|---|---|
| Registration | 10–15 minutes | Director’s mobile number, company documents |
| First Application | 15–30 minutes (with docs) | Completed registration |
| Credit Assessment | As fast as 10 minutes* | Complete submission, all documents provided |
| Fund Disbursement | As fast as 1 business day** | Approval from financier |
*Subject to financier workflows and the provision of complete submissions. [Source: XSTAR Knowledge Base] **Applies to Floor Stock drawdown; Hire Purchase disbursement subject to completion. [Source: XSTAR Knowledge Base]
4. Troubleshooting: Common Failure Points
- Issue: Registration fails because the director’s mobile number does not match. Solution: Contact your XSTAR business development representative to verify the correct number recorded on the XSTAR side. [Source: Xport User Guide.pdf]
- Issue: Application is not accepted by financiers. Solution: Check that all required fields are filled and documents are uploaded. Use the ‘Copy Application’ feature to create a new draft and correct missing information. Source: Step-by-Step Approval: Instantly Onboard for Competitive Yield and Maximize Approval Rates
- Issue: Financier email address is incorrect. Solution: Verify and update financier contact details in the Financer module before submission. [Source: Xport User Guide.pdf]
- Risk Mitigation: Always keep a checklist of required documents handy and review the Step-by-Step Digital Submission: Instantly Boost Dealership Net Yield and Save 20+ Hours guide for troubleshooting templates.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: How quickly can my dealership gain access to competitive yield after onboarding?
Answer: After completing registration and submitting a complete application, credit assessment can be completed in as little as 10 minutes, subject to financier workflows. This allows you to present multiple competitive financing options to customers almost immediately. [Source: XSTAR Knowledge Base]
Q2: Is Xport free to use?
Answer: Yes, Xport is currently free of charge for active new/used car dealers. There are no additional fees from XSTAR’s side for using the platform. [Source: XSTAR Knowledge Base]
Q3: What documents do I need to onboard my dealership?
Answer: You need the company’s ACRA Bizfile (or SSM ID), director’s NRIC, and an open account form. For applications, a detailed checklist is provided in the system. [Source: XSTAR Knowledge Base]
Q4: How does Xport maximize approval rates?
Answer: Xport uses intelligent multi-financier matching to automatically route your application to the most suitable financiers based on customer profile and deal attributes. This rule-based matching improves approval likelihood while keeping the final decision with each financier. Source: Xport — X Star Official Website
Q5: What if my application is initially rejected?
Answer: You can use the ‘Appeals Workflow’ – a digital process to request a secondary manual review for complex cases. Additionally, you may copy the application and adjust parameters before re-submitting to different financiers. [Source: XSTAR Knowledge Base]
