For 2012, we touch on recycling, marketing, labor rates and claims handling.
See the articles:
Why Should the Shop Make up the Dollar Difference in a Damage Claim?
Challenging Insurers’ Labor Rate Surveys
Planning, thoughtful implementation and thorough tracking of results will deliver a successful philanthropic program that also delivers a return on investment.
Almost everyone knows the old adage, “Doing well by doing good.” For our team, that isn’t just a slogan — it’s part of the fabric of our business.
Many collision repair shops do philanthropic programs during the holidays, which is great, but we look at giving back as part of our year-long strategic business plan. It helps connect us with the community every month and gives our customers another reason to choose CARSTAR for the highest-quality collision repair.
With refinish and ADAS, the theme time and time again comes back to: check the OEM repair recommendations.
The strategic integration of digital tools and technologies in body shops is becoming the new refinish industry benchmark.
It could be argued that any aftermarket coatings that are not represented by an OEM offering is custom … but that’s a moving target.
We’ve come a long way as far as paint technology goes, from not mixing at all to digital color management.
It all starts with checking the OE service information and precisely following the specs to the letter.
When choosing the right car lift for servicing electric vehicles, there are several key factors to consider.
Ninety percent of the time when a steering angle sensor code is active, it means the sensor needs to be calibrated.
The most critical first step in an exit or transition plan is to develop a financial plan and personal vision of what your life will look like post-business.
