July 17, 2025

Milton CAT Moves to the Cloud with NAXT365 | Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Heavy Equipment Dealers

Top-Performing Caterpillar Dealer Embraces Digital Transformation with XAPT’s NAXT365

[MIAMI, Fla., July 17, 2025] Milton CAT, one of the world’s most respected and top-performing Caterpillar dealerships, has announced its move to NAXT365, the next-generation, cloud-based equipment dealership management solution from XAPT Corporation. This strategic upgrade marks a major milestone in a long-standing partnership that began over a decade ago as Milton CAT became an early adopter of NAXT 2012—Microsoft Dynamics AX for Equipment Dealers. 

Milton CAT is the authorized Caterpillar Dealer for the Northeast region of the United States, serving Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and upstate New York. Founded in 1960 and still owned by the Milton family, the company has grown to 30 equipment sales and rental services locations and employs more than1,500 people. Milton CAT is consistently recognized by Caterpillar as one of its top-performing dealerships worldwide.

The company operates two main divisions—Earthmoving and Power Systems—and serves industries ranging from construction and mining to marine and municipal services. Its reputation for progressive practices and customer-centric service has made it a leader in the heavy equipment industry.

“We are excited to continue our fifteen-year partnership with XAPT on the implementation of NAXT365, a transformative step in our digital evolution,” said Rod Ford, Vice President of Information Technology & CIO at Milton CAT. “This collaboration marks a significant milestone in aligning our operations with cutting-edge technology, empowering our teams with greater agility, insight, and efficiency.”

Powered by Microsoft Dynamics 365, NAXT365 delivers a modern, cloud-based platform that seamlessly connects every aspect of dealership operations, from sales and service to rental, parts, and finance, into a single integrated system. The solution empowers teams with data-driven insights, streamlines workflows, and enhances customer engagement. By moving to the cloud, Milton CAT will benefit from improved system performance, faster innovation cycles, and the flexibility to adapt quickly to changing business needs.

“What an exciting day! We’re proud to continue our long-standing relationship with Milton CAT and their CIO, Rod Ford—a partnership that has evolved in meaningful ways over the past fifteen years,” noted Sam Hampton, XAPT Corporation President.

“Rod’s leadership and vision have made a lasting impact not only within Milton but across the broader XAPT dealer community. From spearheading innovation in areas like warehouse management to shaping our platform through proactive feedback and user group leadership, Rod and the Milton CAT team have consistently been at the forefront of transformation. We look forward to this next chapter together with the upgrade to NAXT365.”

The dealership’s upgrade to NAXT365 reflects its forward-thinking approach to technology and its dedication to delivering best-in-class service. By moving to a cloud-based platform, the company is positioning itself to scale more effectively, respond faster to customer needs, and maintain its leadership in a competitive market.

For more information about XAPT Corporation and NAXT365, please visit our website www.xapt.com.

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About XAPT Corporation:

For the past 20 years, XAPT has been a trusted partner for heavy equipment dealers, enhancing their performance, agility, and operational efficiency. As the sole Microsoft Partner dedicated to the Equipment and Materials Handling sectors, XAPT offers customized solutions to heavy equipment dealers across 40+ countries worldwide. 

For over 20 years, XAPT Corporation has been a trusted global partner to heavy equipment dealerships, helping them drive performance, agility, and operational efficiency. As the only Microsoft Partner exclusively focused on the Equipment and Materials Handling industries, XAPT delivers tailored solutions to dealerships in 28 countries. Its flagship solution, NAXT, combines ERP and CRM capabilities with deep industry expertise, enabling dealers to operate smarter, faster, and more profitably.