Help for Your Auto Repair Shop’s Computer Network

Help for Your Auto Repair Shop’s Computer Network

Not that cars are becoming difficult enough, now the future is forcing us to know way more about technology than we ever wanted (ok, sure, I like technology…). Because computer networks are a tough issue to deal with, we’ve put together a page to help...
Amazon.com Parts Ordering – The Future?

Amazon.com Parts Ordering – The Future?

I think a lot of us shop owners have figured out that we can get parts through Amazon.com like we can anything else. I am lucky enough that my shop, Golden Rule Auto Care, is on a pilot program to test Amazon.com parts ordering through my Shop Management System...
Internal Chat Communications for Auto Repair

Internal Chat Communications for Auto Repair

Technology is a great multiplier. If used properly, it can multiply your efforts. Remember, peoples’ time is a limited resource, and, with proper technology, it can become multiplied. What does this have to do with some internal chat method for your auto repair...
3 Reasons Why You Need Tablets in Your Shop

3 Reasons Why You Need Tablets in Your Shop

3 Reasons Why You Need Tablets in Your Shop Regardless of whether you use a digital inspection or not, you need to be thinking about getting tablets for your technicians. If the tablets you purchase are put in a strong case and have screen protectors, they will last...
Vision 2017 – Let’s Talk Technology

Vision 2017 – Let’s Talk Technology

The stage is set for us to talk technology and the automotive repair industry. Vision Conference 2017 is coming up this week, and yours truly will be there with Scott, one of my Autoflow associates. Let’s talk about the Shop Technology Timeline, where...