Shop-Probe vs. CR Auto Scheduler

The smooth incorporation of accounts payable, accounts receivable, vendor invoices, vendor credits, payroll, and incoming funds into QuickBooks Pro is essential for the effective functioning of any collision repair business. You can effortlessly create purchase orders for suppliers and input their invoices, which subsequently sync with QuickBooks automatically. Furthermore, you can keep track of core charges and freight, handle the return of parts using return slips, and ensure that return credits are documented in QuickBooks as soon as they are received. Recording employee time for job costing and accurate payroll is straightforward, offering features such as dynamic time clock entries, flat rates, and commission options. You receive real-time insights into costs, profitability, cycle times, and vehicle movements throughout the shop, which are vital for operational success. With more than 40 diverse reports available, covering repair authorizations, customer invoices, detailed work orders, job profitability, sales, insurance, and scheduled tasks, you can achieve a thorough understanding of your business operations. Additionally, marketing reports provide crucial insights into your customer acquisition sources and pinpoint areas where marketing efforts can enhance performance. This comprehensive system equips you with the essential information you require precisely when you need it, allowing you to make informed decisions that drive the success of your shop. In an ever-competitive market, having access to such data can significantly elevate your strategic planning and operational efficiency.

Collision Resources enables auto body shops to surpass their production targets by implementing a reliable workflow through our CR Auto Scheduler® and Visual Production ManagerTM software solutions. Our software, driven by advanced algorithms, merges Lean Six Sigma methodologies with deep industry knowledge and cutting-edge technology to optimize estimate and production scheduling while ensuring a balanced workflow within your collision repair facility. In addition to our software offerings, we also provide consulting services aimed at devising and executing effective, cost-efficient procedures. This includes assistance with software setup and deployment, comprehensive training, and continuous support to ensure smooth operation. By equipping repairers with the tools to integrate innovative technology into their workflows, we facilitate the efficient and profitable return of safely repaired vehicles to the road, thereby enhancing overall service quality and customer satisfaction. Ultimately, our mission is to transform the collision repair process into a more efficient and productive experience for both shops and their clients.