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Description
COSTAR Professional is tailored for automotive repair and tire service centers operating at a single location. Its suite of integrated applications encompasses Retail Point-of-Sale, Shop Management, Service Scheduling, Customer Follow-Up, Inventory Control, Purchasing, Accounts Receivable, and a comprehensive history of accounts and documents. By utilizing COSTAR, you can effectively oversee all elements of your shop, from the front counter to the back shop, enhancing overall operational efficiency. The COSTAR PRO version elevates productivity in your shop, enabling an increase in car counts and revenue per repair order, while also fostering better communication among staff, presenting a more professional image, and ultimately improving profitability. The application modules offered by COSTAR include Wholesale Order Desk, Retail POS, Repair Orders, Inventory Control, Purchasing, Pricing, Accounting, Customer History, and Customer Follow-Up. Renowned for their rigorous audit standards, operational integrity, dependability, and user-friendliness, COSTAR software products stand out in the industry. This comprehensive toolset ensures that automotive businesses can thrive in a competitive market.
Description
Need for Service is an all-in-one management solution designed exclusively for auto repair shops and service centers. It enhances everyday operations by integrating job scheduling, digital work orders, and real-time tracking of repair statuses within a single platform. With this software, shop owners and technicians can efficiently oversee customer information, vehicle histories, and service bookings, leading to a significant reduction in paperwork and the likelihood of human errors.
The platform also facilitates invoicing and estimates, enabling staff to produce precise quotes and bill clients seamlessly through the system. Additionally, it provides inventory and parts management, allowing shops to keep an eye on stock levels, reorder supplies promptly, and prevent setbacks due to absent components. Communication tools built into the platform ensure that customers receive timely updates regarding the progress of their repairs, estimated completion dates, and reminders for pickup through SMS or email.
Furthermore, Need for Service includes robust reporting and analytics capabilities, equipping owners with valuable insights into shop efficiency, technician output, and revenue patterns, all of which can help inform strategic decisions for growth and improvement. This comprehensive software not only simplifies operations but also enhances the overall customer experience, making it an indispensable tool for auto repair businesses.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
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Integrations
Epicor Integrated Service Estimator
Yes
KUKUI
Yes
Service-Intel
Yes
Tyro EFTPOS
Yes
Integrations
Epicor Integrated Service Estimator
No
KUKUI
No
Service-Intel
No
Tyro EFTPOS
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
$150/month
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
No
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
COSTAR Computer Systems
Founded
1975
Country
Canada
Website
costarsoftware.ca
Vendor Details
Company Name
Need for Service
Founded
2021
Country
Estonia
Website
needforservice.app/
Product Features
Auto Repair
Billing & Invoicing
Yes
CRM
Yes
Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI)
No
Inventory Management
Yes
Labor Rates
No
Maintenance Scheduling
Yes
Parts Management
No
Quotes / Estimates
No
Service History
Yes
VIN Lookup
Yes
Vehicle Tracking
No
Work Order Management
Yes
Product Features
Auto Repair
Billing & Invoicing
No
CRM
No
Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI)
No
Inventory Management
No
Labor Rates
No
Maintenance Scheduling
No
Parts Management
No
Quotes / Estimates
No
Service History
No
VIN Lookup
No
Vehicle Tracking
No
Work Order Management
No