Stop Losing Hours Tracking Repair Jobs and Inventory by Hand Gain Real-Time Visibility into Your Shop's Operations
In the fast-paced world of auto body repairs, 85% of shops report data silos causing delays in job completion and overstocked parts—our custom dashboards eliminate that chaos, delivering 30% faster turnaround times on average.
Join 150+ businesses with streamlined operations and reduced downtime
The "Data Overload" Problem
Manual tracking of collision repair estimates using outdated paper forms leads to inaccurate billing for structural repairs and lost revenue from undercharged frame alignments
Scattered parts inventory data across multiple suppliers causes stockouts of critical components like OEM fenders during peak rush jobs for hail-damaged vehicles
No real-time visibility into technician bay utilization for tasks like MIG welding or spray booth operations slows down job queuing for multi-stage repairs
Siloed customer data from insurance claims for total loss assessments delays DRP approvals and payments for high-volume fleet repairs
Inconsistent tracking of vehicle turnaround times from intake to quality control inspections frustrates customers waiting on refinished panels and hurts repeat business
Fragmented reporting on labor hours for specialized tasks like aluminum panel repair makes it impossible to optimize shift scheduling for I-CAR certified technicians
Our Custom-Built Dashboards: Tailored for Your Auto Body Workflow
With over a decade in automotive AI integrations, we've helped 50+ shops replace chaotic spreadsheets with enterprise-grade systems that drive efficiency.
Why Choose Us
At AIQ Labs, we don't deploy off-the-shelf templates. We engineer dashboards from the ground up, pulling data from your repair software, inventory systems, and insurance portals into a unified view. Think of it like upgrading from a foggy windshield to high-definition wipers—sudden clarity on every dent fixed and part ordered. Our approach starts with mapping your exact processes, like handling hail damage rushes or frame alignments, then builds interactive visuals for real-time decisions. No more guessing; just proven insights that keep your bays humming.
What Makes Us Different:
Unlock Actionable Insights That Accelerate Your Shop
Boost Repair Turnaround by 25%
Boost Repair Turnaround by 25%: Track job progress in real-time across all bays, from dent pulling and frame straightening to color-matching paint codes. Shops using our dashboards report completing 20% more vehicles per week on average hail damage jobs, turning frustrated customers into loyal ones without the overtime costs for extended sanding sessions.
Cut Parts Overstock by 40%
Cut Parts Overstock by 40%: Forecast inventory needs based on incoming collision types like rear-end impacts and supplier lead times for OEM headlights. No more tying up cash in rarely used bumper parts—our systems analyze past jobs to keep stock lean, freeing up capital for equipment upgrades like new frame machines.
Improve Technician Efficiency Overnight
Improve Technician Efficiency Overnight: Visualize bay assignments and skill matches for frame techs or certified painters handling PPG finishes. This eliminates idle time, with clients seeing a 15% rise in billable hours as bottlenecks like waiting for insurance approvals on unibody repairs vanish into automated workflows.
What Clients Say
"Before AIQ's dashboard, we were drowning in paper estimates for minor fender benders and side panel dings—jobs sat for days waiting on insurance quotes for OEM parts. Now, everything's live with real-time claim syncing; we shaved two days off average turnaround on compact SUV repairs and bumped our monthly revenue by $12K last quarter from faster cycle times."
Mike Rivera
Shop Manager, Precision Auto Body in Denver, CO
"Inventory was a nightmare during winter storms with ice-related crashes—parts shortages killed our momentum on taillight assemblies and grille replacements. Their custom setup pulls data from suppliers like LKQ directly, alerting us before we run low on headlight assemblies for popular sedans. We've reduced waste by half and never miss a rush job for fleet vehicles."
Sarah Chen
Operations Director, Elite Collision Center in Chicago, IL
"Tracking tech hours used to be guesswork for tasks like media blasting and clear coat applications, leading to payroll overruns on evening shifts. The dashboard shows exactly who's on what, from sanding body filler to buffing, and we optimized shifts to cover peak hours for high-volume dent repairs better. Saved us 10 hours a week in admin alone while boosting output on aluminum-intensive jobs."
Tom Harlan
Owner, Harlan's Auto Repairs in Atlanta, GA
Simple 3-Step Process
Discovery and Mapping
We dive into your shop's daily grind—reviewing repair logs, inventory flows, and pain points like delayed frame pulls—to blueprint a dashboard that fits like a custom body panel.
Custom Build and Integration
Our engineers code the system to sync with your existing tools, creating real-time feeds for job statuses and parts tracking, tested rigorously to handle high-volume days without a hitch.
Deployment and Optimization
Roll out with hands-on training for your team, then monitor performance to tweak KPIs like vehicle throughput, ensuring ongoing gains in efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Why We're Different
What's Included
Common Questions
How do your custom dashboards integrate with our existing auto body software?
We start by auditing your current setup—whether it's CCC One, Audatex, or in-house tools—and build secure, two-way API connections. This pulls in repair orders, parts lists, and labor hours without disrupting operations. For a typical shop, integration takes 2-4 weeks, with zero downtime. We've handled everything from legacy systems in older garages to cloud-based platforms, ensuring data flows smoothly like oil in a well-tuned engine. Post-launch, we provide a dedicated line for tweaks, so if a new feature drops in your software, we're on it immediately.
What specific KPIs can we track for auto body operations?
Tailored to your shop, we focus on automotive essentials: vehicle turnaround time from drop-off to pickup, bay utilization rates to spot idle spots, parts consumption per job type (like bumpers vs. frames), technician efficiency measured in billable hours, and insurance claim approval speeds. We visualize these in customizable widgets—say, a heat map for peak-hour bottlenecks or trend lines for hail damage spikes. Clients often see a 25% efficiency lift just from spotting patterns, like over-scheduling paint jobs, turning raw data into decisions that keep bays full and customers happy.
Is the dashboard accessible on mobile for shop managers?
Absolutely—our web-based dashboards are fully responsive, designed for iPads on the floor or phones during supplier runs. Check job statuses mid-repair or get alerts for low weld rod stock without returning to the office. We've optimized for automotive realities: quick glances at dent progress or ETA updates, with offline caching for spotty shop Wi-Fi. One client, a multi-bay operation, cut manager walkarounds by 40%, freeing time for oversight instead of chasing updates. Security is baked in, with role-based access so techs see only their assignments.
How much does a custom dashboard cost for an auto body shop?
Pricing starts at $15,000 for a core setup, scaling based on your shop size and integrations—like adding inventory from multiple suppliers. This covers discovery, build, and three months of support, far below the $2,000+ monthly bleed from disconnected subscriptions. For a mid-sized shop with 10 bays, expect $25,000 total, recouped in 6-9 months via faster jobs and reduced errors. We offer phased payments and ROI projections upfront, drawing from benchmarks where similar shops gained 30% in throughput. No hidden fees—it's a one-time build for lasting ownership.
Can these dashboards help with compliance and reporting for insurance audits?
Yes, we embed compliance tracking right in, logging every step from estimate to invoice for easy audits by carriers like Geico or State Farm. Features include timestamped repair logs, photo integrations for damage proof, and automated reports on labor standards per I-CAR guidelines. This cuts audit prep from days to hours— one shop avoided a $5K fine by pulling detailed frame alignment data instantly. Our systems flag discrepancies early, like mismatched parts costs, ensuring you're always audit-ready without the paperwork pile-up that plagues 60% of body shops.
What if our shop grows—will the dashboard scale?
Built on scalable architectures, our dashboards expand effortlessly as you add bays or services, like detailing or EV repairs. We use modular code that handles 2x volume without rebuilds—for instance, auto-scaling for 50-job days during accident seasons. A client grew from 5 to 12 bays; we just reconfigured user roles and added EV battery metrics in a week, no disruption. Ongoing, we monitor usage and suggest upgrades, like AI forecasting for new repair trends, keeping your system as robust as a reinforced chassis for years of growth.
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