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2024 FenderBender Industry Survey Report
The collision repair industry's premier owner and operator survey
July 3, 2024
Louise St.Romain/FastCat Studio LLC
Operations
Making Your Work in Process Work
Sometimes trying to do too much means you’re not able to do enough.
Oct. 9, 2024
Melanie Heiges
Podcasts
CollisionCast: Repair Planning for Refinishing
Tom Wolf, director of strategic accounts and OEM aftersales at PPG Automotive Refinish, joins Jay Sicht to discuss why it's important to research refinishing considerations that...
Oct. 2, 2024
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QuickChat: Planning Safe and Proper Repairs
Sponsors of the Best Repair Planner/Estimator Award discuss the process of ensuring safe and proper repairs in the shop.
Aug. 23, 2024
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Articles
Preparing for Inspections
Your shop could be subject to inspections from a number of agencies. Here’s how to ace them.
July 15, 2024
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Photo by Jay Sicht
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SEMA Show Preview: Q and A
Find out what's new, notable, and special about the 2024 SEMA Show
Oct. 10, 2024
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FenderBender Releases 2024 Industry Survey Report
This year's report features insights, KPIs, and leadership data from hundreds of collision repair operators.
July 3, 2024
From Mohawk Collision Center
Articles
Dumping Your DRPs
Aligning with OEM certification programs can provide a path to DRP-independence.
July 24, 2024
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Columnists
Lobsiger: Cycle Time, the long-forgotten KPI
As business slows, it’s time to create raving fans of your customers.
July 22, 2024
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Articles
A New Way to Visualize Operations
EstVis software helps shops keep track of their work in an intuitive and easy-to-see way.
July 12, 2024
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Articles
Is Social Media Your Most Reliable Driver of Business?
A business website that runs consistently means your body shop is always ready to roll.
June 27, 2024
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Articles
Investing Wisely
A Focus on People and Processes Pays Dividends for the Bob Maloney Collision Group.
June 26, 2024
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Articles
Breaking the Bottleneck
Whether it’s your processes or your equipment that need replaced, here are tips to get the most from your paint department.
June 21, 2024
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Columns
Menefee: The ADAS Calibration Decision
You may not need to spend tens of thousands of dollars to perform safe and quality repairs.
June 20, 2024
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Columns
Bryant: Maintain Your Composure in a Challenging Climate
Set up your business and yourself for success with the right mindset and strategies.
June 14, 2024
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Articles
Is Your Shop a Lean Operator?
These are key indicators of a process-driven operation.
June 13, 2024
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Columns
Lobsiger: Are you leaving money on the table?
Help correct archaic book times with your submission to the Database Enhancement Gateway.
June 12, 2024
Photo by Jay Sicht
Articles
Build with Electrification in Mind
Planning a new shop? Ensuring you can repair EVs could be a worthwhile investment.
June 10, 2024
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Operations
Collision Conclusion: What’s Your Exit Plan Strategy?
The Day You Open Your Business is the Day to Start Your Next Game.
June 3, 2024
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Paint & Refinish
Refinishing Tri-Coat and Quad-Coat Paint
Today’s complex finishes demand meticulous application techniques.
June 3, 2024
Articles
Easing the burden of researching OEM repair information
Collision and service information can be confusing and a bit overwhelming. Here are some tips for successful navigation.
June 3, 2024
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Repairer Life
Employers: This Young Technician Has Words for You
If you've experienced challenges recruiting or retaining new technicians, you will want to hear what this technician has to say.
June 3, 2024
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