Do you run a garage and constantly feel like you’re behind? An automotive shop management system can help you better manage tasks like parts sourcing, accounting, operations, and customer service. This will make all phases of your production pipeline run faster and easier. According to Business Wire, this specialized software lets auto shop owners track … Read more
Last September, Joshua Wahlstrom, owner of Farmington Service & Towing in Farmington, Utah, wanted to quit. The shop had experienced a lot of comebacks, Wahlstrom was overworked, juggling many different hats in the shop, and he felt as deflated as a flat tire. He wasn’t ready to walk away yet, though. Instead, he reached out … Read more
by David Rogers If we accept that the technician shortage is here to stay, what comes next? I’ve used these pages to talk about technician compensation and how top techs deserve the chance to earn compensation on par with their professionalism and dedication. I’ve also talked about tools that create more efficiency and productivity, and … Read more
In 2019, the global software market was valued at $18.5 billion dollars, and that is expected to grow to $43.5 billion by the year 2027, according to Allied Market Research. Nearly every type of business can benefit from some type of software, including auto repair shops. Repair shop software is designed for auto repair businesses … Read more
Repair shop software can be a game changer for your auto shop. There are some clear benefits to using this type of software. According to Business Wire, it reduces repair times and costs, tracks employees, and, overall, improves shop management. Here’s what you’re missing out on if you are not using software for your repair … Read more
There are a few things that every auto repair shop needs to ensure optimum operation, like focused software for auto repair shop management. Software for auto repair shop management is essential because it can manage inventory, scheduling, billing, and more. While this software is essential, it is not the only thing you will need. Here … Read more
Running a car shop is hard work, especially if you want to maximize profits. Fortunately, the right software can help. Keep reading to learn more about car shop software and how it can help you improve your business. Track Inventory Keeping track of inventory can be one of the most stressful duties when you run … Read more
If you’re a repair shop manager, having the right management system in place is key for managing your workers and cultivating happier employees. It’s important to remember that according to the American Institute of Stress, about 20 percent of staff at any job spend five hours a week thinking about job-related stress, so it’s essential … Read more
Stress is a serious problem for just about any workplace and can be particularly devastating for service-based industries like automotive repair. According to Harvard Business Review, it’s reported that unmanaged workplace stress can cause an increase of almost 50% in voluntary turnover in many businesses. Thankfully, taking steps like using an automotive shop management system … Read more
You don’t have to personalize the process of selling diagnostics! by David Rogers Have you ever had a customer come in with multiple symptoms, and all of them needed diagnostics? The first reaction for the service advisor is often to personalize that customer’s problem. He or she has a strange smell, a weird noise, and … Read more