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Pre- and Post-Repair Scanning: Plugging into the Truth

Scanning has become a necessary step to determine whether all the sophisticated electronics and safety features in today’s high-tech vehicles are functioning properly – before and after the repair.

Estify Unveils Collision Repair Planning Software

Estify said it has partnered directly with OEMs to create a software platform designed to generate consistent OEM documentation quickly and easily for repairers and insurance carriers.

AMi Launches Professional Designations for Collision Repair Estimators

Two levels of designations are available: Accredited Collision Repair Estimator (ACE) and Accredited Master Collision Repair Estimator (AMCE).

Mitchell International Launches Cloud-Based Estimating System

Mitchell International recently unveiled the Mitchell Estimating Cloud, a cloud-based estimating system designed to simplify the estimating process and quickly create accurate appraisals.

EstimateReader.com Adds Support for Audatex U.S./Canada English/French

The EstimateReader.com Web service uses advanced artificial intelligence and pattern recognition to turn PDF collision estimates into usable files.

Artificial Intelligence System Can Assess Collision Damage in Six Seconds: Alibaba

In the battle of man versus machine, the machine won. And it wasn’t even close.

Mitchell Announces Closing of $70 Million First-Lien Term Loan

San Diego-based Mitchell said it expects to use the loan to pay down debt “and continue its track record of investing in technologies and companies that drive better outcomes in the markets it serves.”

Mitchell and Bosch Automotive Service Solutions Announce Collaboration to Deliver the Mitchell Diagnostics System

Mitchell states that its patent-pending collision diagnostic system combines the best-in-class aftermarket scan tool with workflow application to document pre- and post-repair scans.

Getting Your Mark-up on Sublet Services

What do you do when an insurer refuses to pay your standard mark-up on sublet repair services?

Mitchell Clarifies Labor Hour Times for Diagnostic Scanning

Mitchell has announced enhancements to its estimating solutions related to scanning and diagnostics.

Database Enhancement Gateway Admin Brings Collision Repair Experience, ‘Fresh Perspective’

Danny Gredinberg has taken over the helm of the Database Enhancement Gateway (DEG), bringing nearly 16 years of collision repair experience as a certified technician, estimator and senior technical repair advisor.

NORTHEAST 2017: Highlights from Mike Anderson’s ‘Who Pays for What?’ Survey Results

During his presentation at the 2017 NORTHEAST Automotive Services Show, Anderson discussed the results of the “Who Pays for What?” surveys from 2016 – including a line item that can get you in your DRP’s doghouse.