To help better understand this process we have compiled a few questions to consider

When running an auto repair shop, you must let your clients know that you are doing all you can to ensure they get the fastest service possible. At the same time, you must keep track of all the repairs and inventory to ensure you are making a profit.

To help better understand this process we have compiled a few questions to consider.
1.Does the software fully integrate with your system?
While some companies claim to integrate with repair shop software, true integration is a rarity. With full integration data collected through the software transmits automatically to the program without any additional effort. BOLT ON TECHNOLOGY’s automotive software solutions fully integrate with leading shop management systems. Without true integration shops must either copy and paste information into the system, or re-enter it manually, both of which reduce productivity and hurt a shop’s efficiency.

2.How can shops use the Automotive repair software to communicate with customers?
Many auto repair software solutions share multi-point inspections and other communications via email. Since customers are bombarded with emails from loved ones, work, plus sales pitches and unwanted spam, is emailing a customer the best approach, particularly when you’re seeking a timely response? BOLT ON TECHNOLOGY’s Mobile Manager Pro digital inspection tool features Message Manager, a text messaging tool which enables users to text message vehicle condition photos in conjunction with a thorough vehicle inspection. Shops can also use built-in templates to send text message appointment reminders and thank you messages to customers.

3.How can the expense of auto repair software be recouped?
It’s important to measure the software expense against what would be necessary to yield a return on investment. If the cost of a software solution amounts to one or two average repair orders per month, will your shop be able to generate more work, or better yet, make the most of its existing work? Incorporating the best practice of conducting digital multi-point inspections on all vehicles and using photos to show the need for repairs has helped shops boost their average repair order. Shops that regularly follow these best practices in conjunction with using our Mobile Manager Pro automotive software have upped their average repair orders by 45-75 percent or higher on average.

4.How do I know if the software will do what the company promises?
Researching on automotive repair forums, talking to some of the company’s customers, asking to see a product demonstration and requesting data to back up claims are ways to ensure that a new software solution will pay off for your shop.