Quality Control: The Hidden Advantage in Collision Repair
Independent collision repair shops have a unique position in the industry in that they don’t have national branding, corporate marketing departments or DRP contracts funneling cars in day after day. […]
Applying Technology for Smarter Business
Step into almost any collision shop today, and you’ll find bays filled with vehicles in various stages of repair, technicians working on complex damage and estimators balancing customer updates with… […]
Trends Shaping the Future of Collision Repair
If there’s one constant in the collision repair industry, it’s change. Every decade brings a new set of challenges and… Check out Erkan’s entire column in BodyShop Business HERE. […]
Control Your Future – or It Will Control You
Running an auto body shop today feels like juggling flaming wrenches. Every day brings a new challenge: customers calling nonstop, insurance companies dictating procedures, parts back-orders, tech shortages and… Check […]
Built to Last: Exit Planning That Protects What You Built
If you’re a shop owner, chances are you’ve spent years – maybe even decades – building your business from the ground up. Long hours, loyal customers and a…. Check out […]
The Unfinished Blueprint: Investing in Your Business (and Yourself)
Running a body shop today isn’t what it was 10 — or even five — years ago. New vehicle technologies, evolving customer expectations, environmental regulations and shifting…. Check out Erkan’s […]
Recruitment and Hiring in Your Auto Body Shop: Shifting Your Mindset
Owners often say finding, hiring and keeping the right people is one of the hardest parts of running a shop. And guess what? They’re absolutely right. But it’s also one […]
The Power of Workflow: Increase Efficiency and Profitability in Your Auto Body Shop
Whether you’re a seasoned body shop owner or a new operator, understanding the importance of workflow can be the difference between success and… Check out Erkan’s entire column in BodyShop […]
Lead or Lose: Developing an Adaptable Marketing Strategy
You’ve been doing everything right — building a strong team, learning how to make data-driven decisions and fine-tuning your shop’s workflow. Yet, the phone isn’t ringing like it used to. […]
From Chaos to Consistency: Why Your Auto Body Shop Needs a Playbook
Managing an auto body shop requires juggling countless responsibilities. Between overseeing daily operations, ensuring quality repairs, keeping up with industry changes and,,, Check out Erkan’s entire column in BodyShop Business […]