Dissecting Today’s Vehicles
With the advanced materials in today’s vehicles, looking up the OE procedures has become a necessity.
The MSO: Repair Planning – The Key to Success
Proper repair planning is the foundation of a well-run shop.
Diamond Standard Parts Tool Relieves a Major Industry Headache
DS PartsPath provides photos and descriptions of all assembly components included in Diamond Standard full-assembly step bumpers, with OEM reference numbers for comparison and evaluation.
Color Trends with the Pros
When the next Acura NSX ($200K) or the next 3T5 Lexus/Toyota or KAB Nissan/Infiniti colors show up at your door, don’t despair. First, catch it on the damage appraisal, and second, get advice from your paint jobber.
Production: Navigating the Parts Procurement Minefield
Every department in your shop should have a process, and parts are no exception. Understanding the who, where and how is essential for achieving success.
Property Damage Appraisers Announce Results One Year After Launch of PDA Xpress
PDA announces it is committing to reducing the promised cycle time from three hours to two and a half.
ICBC Selects Mitchell International as Strategic Material Damage Solution Provider
Insurance Company of British Columbia will have the advantage of leveraging the pre-built, advanced integrations between the Mitchell WorkCenter solution and Guidewire ClaimCenter.
Electronics – Changing the Game
New vehicle electronics packages are creating a lot of frustration in the industry. And there may not be any easy solution.
Operations: Forgotten Labor Part III
Modules, used doors, power mirrors. It still ain’t the ’70s, vehicle technology has changed, and we need to get paid for it.
Estimate Quickly and Correctly
Now through June 31, 2015, the Eclipse by AMS self-calibrating laser measuring system is on sale for only $22,500.
