How Paperless Inspection Might Change The Way You Run Your Shop
This article takes a closer look at some newly implemented features that have been reported to significantly improved the benefits for shop owners, technicians, service writers and motorists. If you haven’t looked into paperless inspection, the
prospect of this feature can significantly improve your shop’s productivity.
Case Study: Buying And Selling An Automotive Service Business
Jim Torres had owned a prominent auto service center in North Providence, RI, since 1983. Although still in good health and wanting to remain active in the automotive aftermarket in some capacity, he sought retirement from the daily grind of owning and operating a business.
Tap, Snap And Talk: The Electronic Inspection Sheet
Traditionally, auto technicians record the results of their vehicle inspections on pre-printed paper forms and, once completed, the inspection findings are re-entered into the shop management software application by a service advisor. And, finally, the motorist is notified by phone to ask them for authorization of an estimate based on the inspection results.
Mitchell 1 To Hold Shop Management System Training Workshop In Minneapolis
Mitchell 1 will hold this year’s second Shop Management System Training Workshop July 18-20 in Minneapolis, Minn. at the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, located at 1300 Nicollet Mall. The training workshop is designed for those who have previously established competence using their shop management software and now want to learn more advanced capabilities, better methods and shortcuts.
Bosch Mastertech VCI Scan Tool Now Supports General Motors GDS 2 OEM Diagnostic Application
Once again, Bosch has expanded the diagnostic capabilities of its powerful Mastertech VCI (M-VCI) aftermarket scan tool to better serve the automotive repair technician. This dynamic tool can now provide authentic OEM dealer level diagnostics for Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac branded vehicles.
Mitchell 1 Manager SE Integrated With XCharge Credit Card Processing
Mitchell 1 announces it has integrated the XCharge payment processing system into its Manager SE shop management software. This enhancement fully integrates credit card processing into the shop workflow, making it quick and easy for automotive repair shops to process credit card payments from inside their shop management system.
AVI Offers Cummins 5.9L And 6.7L: Issues And Review Of Operations Training Program
AVI brings to you another great training program, the Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L: Issues and Review of Operations. Tony Salas, director of training for Association of Diesel Specialists, will inform you about the EGR system along with the close crank case ventilation system, the after treatment system, the emission control system and the common rail injection system.
Francis Automotive: Unique Marketing Efforts Help Build Shop Brand
While some shop owners may rely on traditional forms of marketing – direct mail, print and on-line advertising, and word of mouth – to bring customers through the doors, John Francis Jr. says his marketing efforts are unique, but also quite successful.
Larry’s AutoWorks: Shop Owner’s Success Linked To Accepting And Adapting To Change
Most people don’t become automotive repair shop owners overnight; they may start out as a technician who agrees to slowly take over a retiring owner’s business, or open their own shop and steadily build a customer base. When the first option fell into Larry Moore’s lap, he jumped at the chance – with some mixed results in the beginning.
Mitchell 1 To Hold Shop Management System Training Workshop In Scottsdale
Mitchell 1 will hold this year’s first Shop Management System Training Workshop May 2-4 in Scottsdale, Ariz. The training workshop is designed for those who have previously established competence using their shop management software and now want to learn more advanced capabilities, better methods and shortcuts.