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Journey of an Insurance Claim for Students in Collision Estimating Training

Automotive Training Centre

However, some insurance companies rely on auto body shops or collision estimators to provide these estimates on their behalf. During your collision estimating training , you’ll learn how to inspect damaged vehicles, identify hidden damage, and use specialized software to create precise estimates.

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A Comprehensive Auto Body Shop Quality Control Checklist

Autoflow

Now, let’s look at some tips for auto body shops to enhance their quality control processes. The Value of Quality Control in Auto Body Shops If you don’t have a process that finds mistakes, who discovers them? Now you’ve just given them the chance to not trust your shop.

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Considering Auto Body Estimating Training? What to Know about DataTouch’s New Data Tool

Automotive Training Centre

DataTouch LLC’s recent launch of the Data Pump Manager introduces a revolutionary tool designed to transform how auto body shops manage and protect their estimating and repair data. Here’s what you need to know about this cutting-edge technology and how it could influence your training or practice.

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3 Benefits of Incentive Staff Payment Plans

Auto Profit Masters

The automotive repair industry is certainly a competitive one and every auto body shop should look at ways to improve their business’s efficiency and effectiveness. Naturally, keeping talented team members motivated and aligned with your shop’s goals can be a challenge and often requires creative solutions.

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Car Maintenance Costs: Are You Charging Enough in Your Auto Repair Shop?

AutoFix

To ensure you’re covering costs and turning a profit: Set appropriate hourly rates Monitor technician productivity using software Regularly assess job times Consulting with auto repair shop consultants can help optimize your labor rates and streamline efficiency.

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The Importance of Effective Collaboration for Service Advisor Training Students

CATI

With that said, service advisors in auto body shops or dealerships are also responsible for overseeing workflow in these businesses, meaning they’ll constantly interact with technicians, mechanics, and other employees in the workshop. The role of a service advisor is primarily customer-facing.

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4 Side Hustles To Explore After Auto Mechanic School

CATI

Online sales platforms like eBay or Craigslist provide a good place to sell these parts while you can also sell to auto body shops, aftermarket stores, and directly to customers/car owners. Auto Detailing The job of Auto detailing professionals requires them to improve the appearance and resale value of a car.