August 2019 Archives - BodyShop Business
Doctor Gun, I Presume?

One man who is still around who taught me about both spray guns and selling PBE products with enthusiasm was Doctor Gun.

Business Tips from Dining Out

As a business owner, do you ever observe how other businesses operate and take mental notes on what you could learn from them?

More Privacy Please: Securing Your Customers’ Data

Data privacy laws are coming down the legal pipeline, and you need to be certain that your shop is ready to adhere to stricter guidelines when it comes to your customers’ personal information.

Impaired Driving: A Close Call

The car came barreling around the corner at us at an alarming speed, so fast, in fact, the driver was struggling to keep the car in his lane.

Why Inventory Fulfillment is Job. 1 for a PBE Distributor

Product fulfillment is more than simply moving boxes. It’s a potentially complex process that requires a systematic approach and the active participation of both collision center and distributor personnel.

Refinish: Separating Your Body Shop from the Competition

How can we showcase our refinishing skills in a manner that separates us from other shops and drives business to our door?

Building Your Auto Body Shop by the Numbers

Here’s how I went from sweeping floors to managing three body shops with a complex financial footprint.

OE Certification: We All Benefit

Whether it’s your customer, policyholder or vehicle consumer, customer satisfaction is the key to success in the collision repair industry. The OE certification process is an important part of achieving this.

Unintended Consequences: Google Shortnames

There are some branding advantages for shortening a business name on Google. But, what if your listing simply disappears after shortening the name?

Can Insurers Combine Two Open Claims and State the Vehicle is a Total Loss?

In the state of New York, if a vehicle has two open claims, can an insurer combine both claims and state that the vehicle is a total loss?

Preventing Heat-Related Health Problems in Your Shop

Summer is well underway, bringing with it the typical family vacations and summer activities. But in most parts of the country, the summer also brings the heat, and this year is no exception.