Software For Auto Mechanics

Auto mechanics used to have to run their business strictly by pen and paper, keeping track of customers, services provided in the past, inventory and accounting.  Today there are software programs to aid mechanics in running a fine tuned shop without all the paperwork.

What are some applications of auto mechanics?

Auto mechanics software helps to do estimates in a few easy clicks.  You can easily figure labor time and import the estimated parts. You can also import part estimates from other mechanic shops to assist in comparable quotes. 

Work orders are easily written to give instructions to technicians.  This feature will break down in detail the work to be done, and making it easier for the customer to understand the service bill. This feature will also assist the mechanic in which part of the job is most profitable.

You can also track information about the customer, any complaints, satisfaction reviews and so on.  You can find out about any reviews on your business made by existing customers.  This information becomes increasingly valuable for any company desiring to maintain a viable marketing campaign as a business.  Consumer reports have become a real significant factor in the world of commerce these days.

Look up feature allows you to keep track of previous work done for customers.  This application allows you to type in the customer’s name and pull up any previous work orders.

The scheduling application allows you to drag the job description over to the technician’s column, calculating the length a job will entail.

The history function automatically tracks the mileage on the vehicle, for example, when the oil was changed.  This is also printable for the customer’s copy allowing the customer to plan ahead when the next service is due. 

Inventory management gives you the features to manage your stock pile of inventory.  The quick order system allows you to cross reference parts, and automatically calculates when a part was used, and puts in an order to restocking. Four pricing levels are available, marking the prices according to your profit margin.

A good file sharing program as seen on RLink can also be a great way to streamline the usage of software within a shop. 

Auto mechanics software comes in 3 different versions. 

-Autoshop GS-This is the very basic edition, however, this program is user friendly and has all the functions you need to get started in business.  While any user wil inevitable need to upgrade, this furnishes a great opportunity to get acquainted with the program before diving in head first, while giving you a clear picture of what one is getting himself into.

-Autoshop Pro-Provides all the basics of GS, but also includes writing estimates, work orders, sales and inventory.  This software can be used as an upgrade to GS as your business grows.

-Autoshop Premium-At a much higher cost, you can upgrade to premium.  This software has all the functions of Pro however, premium interfaces with the bigger retail auto stores, allowing you to get information with just a click of the mouse. 

Auto mechanics software can help you grow your business in the most efficient and professional way!

Businesses and consumers alike are both gaining from the time Cindi devotes to the world of technology.  Be it a free FTP server or a emulation software, she knows her stuff, and would write more if she was not employed full time in Missouri as a medical coder.