Shop owners often overlook service shop software. They may be so focused on finding the right talent or running the business that they don’t see how software can be beneficial. However, it can help you run your business well by streamlining many of the daily operational needs and saving you time and money. Therefore, if you haven’t considered it yet or are on the fence, learning about the benefits can help you make an informed decision.
Track Inventory
Do you require the staff to work overtime late at night once a month to mark up what is currently in the shop and what more you need to order? This is a time-consuming, expensive, and tedious task, and you can automate it with software. Let the software determine what you have on hand and alert you when it’s time to reorder. That way, you don’t have to pay employees more money, take time out of your night (and theirs), and do something uneventful.
Create Repair Orders/Reports
Most software, regardless of type, can generate reports based on your needs. It may come with templates of various reports you may require, but you can also create them based on your needs and preferences. That way, you can quickly work up an estimate, receipt, or anything else your shop utilizes and needs daily.
Customers are going to be happy that the report they receive is easy to read because it’s not scribbled or handwritten. Plus, there won’t be any confusion as to what was done on the vehicle and how much it cost because it’s all there in uniform print.
Efficiency
The goal of your auto shop is to be efficient. Your staff can be more productive because they’re focused on helping the customer instead of writing reports and deciphering handwriting. Contact us for more information.
