Creating an Invoice

With AutoSoftWay, there are two methods to create an invoice: In this guide, we will explore both of these options in detail. Method 1: Creating an invoice from scratch Step 1 Starting from the ‘Getting Started’, navigate to sidebar menu, and click on the ‘Invoices’. Step 2 From the ‘Repair Workflow’ menu, click on ‘Generate … Read more

Creating an Estimate

Step 1 Starting from the ‘Getting Started’, navigate to sidebar menu, and click on the ‘ Job Board’. Step 2 From the Repairs Workflow menu, click on ‘New Estimate’. Step 3 A new Estimate window will open with all fields displayed as blank, ready for input. Step 4 Proceed to enter the appropriate information for … Read more

Managing your product inventory

Step 1 Starting from the ‘Welcome to AutoSoftWay’ page, navigate to sidebar menu, and click on the ‘Parts’ tab. Step 2 From the client’s menu, click either on add/add by VIN /Order Parts or Import ‘Parts’. The ‘Parts’ can also be added by clicking on ‘General Products’ at the top of the page. Step 3 … Read more

Adding Client’s Vehicle

Step 1 Starting from the ‘Welcome to AutoSoftWay’ page, navigate to the side bar, and click on the ‘Vehicles’ tab. Step 2 Click on ‘Add’ or ‘Import’ for the Vehicle List. Step 3 A pop up window should display empty fields for a new car. Please ensure that you have entered a client into the … Read more

Set up your labor rates

Step 1 Starting from the ‘Welcome to AutoSoftWay’ page, navigate to the sidebar menu, and click on the ‘Labor Catalog’ tab. Step 2 From the Labor List menu, click ‘Add’ or ‘Add by VIN’ or ‘Import’ at the top of the page. Step 3 A pop up window should display empty fields for new labor … Read more

Adding Employees

Step 1 Starting from the ‘Welcome to AutoSoftWay’ page, navigate to the top right side option, and click on the ‘Employees’ tab. Step 2 From the employees menu, click on ‘Add Employee’ at the top of the page. Step 3 A pop up window should display empty fields for a new employee. Proceed to fill … Read more

Adding Clients

Step 1 Starting from ‘Getting Started’ page, navigate to sidebar menu and click on the ‘Clients’ tab. Step 2 From the clients menu, click on ‘Add Client’ at the top of the page. Step 3 A pop up window should display empty fields for a new client. Proceed to fill these fields with your client’s … Read more

3 Tips to Improve Your Auto Shop

Running an auto repair shop is not easy, as there are many things to keep track of; from customer service, to scheduling appointments, to managing your repair jobs and inventory — it only gets harder as your business grows! To help with scaling your shop’s business, here are three quick tips to improve your store. … Read more

What is an Auto Shop Management System?

Successful automotive repair shops are busy all year round. What makes one shop more successful than the other? Customer volume? Revenue? Good service? Sure. But how do shop owners achieve these milestones?  What makes them stand out, especially in such a competitive market?  The secret to success for auto shops, is organization. If you waste … Read more