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From the Magazine: The trouble of doing everything yourself

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From CRM (customer relationship management) software to inventory management systems, there are numerous tools available to streamline your operations. This article originally appeared in the October issue of CARS magazine. Leveraging technology In today’s digital age, technology can be a powerful ally for auto repair shops.

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From the Magazine: Subtle shifts

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The survey was sent to the readers of CARS , this magazines sister publication. Integration with software has nearly eliminated the relationship with counter staff, so relationship with the sales rep is more important than ever. We order more online because our suppliers are integrated with our software.

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From the Magazine: Collision repair at a crossroads

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CCC Intelligent Solutions, a leader in estimating software, is already collaborating with insurers to provide AI-powered tools that enhance the accuracy of damage assessments. Digital transformation of the industry In future, shops will have to rely increasingly on digital technology. He is based out of Toronto.

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From the Magazine: Ironing out your marketing strategy

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Other than performing quality service (which is a basic expectation), this can be achieved by using software to communicate in a few ways: Texts thanking them for their business, automated emails reminding them about deferred work and regular emails providing them with vehicle maintenance tips.

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From the Magazine: The pressure of TPMS tools

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At AAPEX 2023, representatives from Continental, Schrader TPMS Solutions, Bartec TPMS and ATEQ TPMS Tools held a press conference to raise awareness about the lack of software updates being performed by shops. Tool software development is complicated and costly. Instead, he says it’s a combination of factors. “Not

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From the Magazine: Taking a pause

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Is there new equipment or software that could streamline operations? This article originally appeared in the December 2024 issue of CARS magazine. The post <span style=color:#ff0000>From the Magazine:</span> Taking a pause appeared first on Auto Service World. Would training help them feel more confident?

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Thousands head to KC for training

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View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cars Magazine & Jobber News (@autoserviceworld) Two expos were held the HiTech Tool Expo saw tool exhibitors show off the latest offerings. The Vision Expo saw the aisles packed with attendees to check out the latest in tools, shop management software, business solutions and more.