Every day repair shops, body shops, collision centers and oil change stations have to deal with a huge number of customers, auto parts, and employees. In the current environment of high competition every organization has to keep careful records for each of the above factors to ensure stable work of the company and proper customer care.
Running an effective auto shop is the way to make maximum profit each day and to build relationships with customers. That’s why many of today’s auto shop owners have automated their business processes which helps not only to save labor time, hold control of the business effectiveness of the shop but also business automation is a real opportunity to improve customer service and to increase at the same time customer return rate.
After having looked into the work processes of auto shop business the top software products available on the market were determined, here are the 5 best, in no specific order.
#R.O. Writer
R.O. Writer is shop management software that improves every aspect of your business by centralizing and optimizing your activities. Our solutions help you increase profits, efficiency, and predictability.
And R.O. Writer is more than just great software. From accounting to scheduling to marketing, R.O. Writer is a complete resource that works for any size operation. The system is flexible and customizable, so it’s a one-stop solution that you'll never outgrow.
Key features:
-Draft fast, easy estimates, schedule work orders and future maintenance, accept payments
- Inventory management, auto parts ordering
-Time scheduling, employee time-clock management
-vehicle / customer information tracking
Price: A representative can give a proper quote for the program after a discussion of your needs.
For more info visit: rowriter.com
#AutoRepair Cloud
AutoRepair Cloud is a cloud based all-in-one platform for running your auto shop business. It gives small and midsize businesses complete control over their auto shop business processes within an easy-to-use software solution. It helps to manage your customers, inventory, and keep track of your annual/monthly budget.
Run your business like a fine tuned machine. Manage repair orders, workflow tracking, inspections and invoicing with ease. Tech can see all important data arranged in one place, and achieve order without any effort.
Key features:
-Easy vehicle/customer management
-Appointment scheduling
-Inspection reports, estimates and invoices
-VIN code scanner/decoder
-Mobile application to shares workflow with the customer
For more info visit: www.autorepaircloud.com
#MaxxTraxx
The MaxxTraxx Editions are designed to fit your needs be that a 12 Bay three million dollar a year shop, or a fresh new owner / operator just getting your start. Read on to see what Edition fits your needs today; and know there is an Edition for your tomorrow no matter how big you want to become.
Key features:
-Repair order history, vehicle/ customer tracking
-Appointment schedule
-Electronic auto parts ordering, inventory management
-Integrated marketing tools (letters, post cards, reminders)
For more info visit: scottsystems.com
Mitchell1
Mitchell 1 began in 1918 with the simple idea that people needed information to fix cars. For over 90 years, Mitchell 1 has been a leader in providing information solutions that simplify everyday tasks for automotive professionals — helping make their jobs easier. Over the years, Mitchell 1’s products have evolved to keep pace with industry and technological advances.
Key features:
- Billing & Invoicing
- Customer Database, vehicle tracking, service history, work order management
- Inventory Control, Parts Management
- Labor Rates, Quotes / Estimates
- Maintenance Scheduling
- VIN Decoder
For more info visit: mitchell1.com
FastTrak
Since 2001, FastTrak has been designing software that increases profits and cuts costs, helping auto repair shops, tire stores and fleet service companies become more productive and profitable.
FastTrak is scalable from one to hundreds of users, single to multiple locations, and is modular. You only pay for what you need. It’s also one of the few in the industry with a wireless handheld device that allows you to take orders from the car and update your FastTrak database in real time.
- Accurate inventory control
- Labor and time guide
- Email estimates, invoices and bulk emails to your customer base for more sales and customer retention
- Allows repair orders to be assigned and prioritized using a simple drag and drop interface
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