Stop Wasting Hours on Manual Data Entry for Every Collision Repair Automate It with Custom AI Built for Your Shop
Reclaim 15-25 hours per week from tedious data rekeying, slashing your admin costs by 30% and boosting shop throughput without hiring extra staff.
Join 150+ automotive businesses with streamlined operations and doubled efficiency
The "Data Entry Bottleneck" Problem
Endless Rekeying of I-CAR Damage Assessments into CCC ONE Estimating Software
Manual Parts Lookup and Ordering from OEM Supplier Portals like FordParts.com or GM PartsDirect
Error-Prone Transcription of Customer VINs, License Plates, and Insurance Claim Numbers
Time-Consumishing Updates to Repair Schedules, R&I (Remove and Install) Logs, and Technician Flat-Rate Notes
Frustrating Data Sync Between Body Shop Management Systems like Shop-Ware and QuickBooks Accounting
Overlooked Details in RO (Repair Order) Generation Leading to Billing Disputes with Insurers
Our Custom-Built AI Automation Transforms Your Workflow
With over a decade engineering solutions for efficiency-driven industries like automotive, we've helped shops like yours eliminate manual drudgery and focus on what matters: flawless repairs.
Why Choose Us
At AIQ Labs, we don't slap together off-the-shelf tools. We engineer a bespoke AI system tailored to your auto body shop's exact processes—from scanning damage photos to auto-populating estimates in CCC One or Mitchell. Think of it as upgrading from a rusty old carburetor to a precision-tuned fuel injection system: seamless, reliable, and built to handle high-volume repairs without missing a beat. Our enterprise-grade automations integrate directly with your existing shop management software, capturing data from emails, photos, and voice notes to eliminate rekeying. The result? A unified workflow that saves you hours daily, reduces errors that cost thousands in rework, and scales as your shop grows.
What Makes Us Different:
Unlock Massive Time Savings and ROI for Your Shop
Reclaim 20+ Hours Weekly on Core Repairs
Reclaim 20+ Hours Weekly on Core Repairs: Manual entry steals time from wrench-turning. Our automation pulls VIN-decoded details, DRP (Direct Repair Program) damage codes, and OEM parts lists directly into your CCC ONE system. Shops report turning 15-hour admin weeks into 2 hours, letting techs handle 25% more vehicles—like adding an extra bay for fender benders—without overtime costs spiking.
Achieve 40% ROI in the First Quarter
Achieve 40% ROI in the First Quarter: Efficiency isn't fluff—it's profit. By cutting data errors that lead to $5,000+ insurance disputes annually on collision claims, you see payback fast. One client recouped our fee in 90 days through faster billing cycles on repair orders and reduced labor overhead on frame alignments, hitting a 3x productivity boost across high-volume hail damage jobs.
Boost Throughput Without Adding Headcount
Boost Throughput Without Adding Headcount: Like streamlining an assembly line, our AI handles the grunt work. Parts orders for bumpers and headlights fly through in minutes via integrated OEM APIs, not hours, keeping spray booths and alignment racks productive. Expect 30% faster turnaround on collision jobs, directly padding your bottom line in a competitive market with rising parts shortages.
What Clients Say
"Before AIQ, my team spent mornings just typing up estimates from paper DRP forms—easily 10 hours lost each week on minor collision jobs like door dings. Now, the system scans the damage report with I-CAR codes and pops everything into our CCC ONE software. We've cut billing errors in half and regained a major State Farm account because jobs finish 20% faster. It's like having an extra admin without the payroll hit."
Mike Reynolds
Shop Manager, Precision Auto Body in Denver, CO
"Integrating parts data manually from multiple OEM suppliers was killing us during busy seasons—we'd double-order radiator supports and eat the cost on warranty claims. AIQ built this custom pull that checks inventory across vendors like LKQ and OEM portals in seconds. In the last six months, we've saved over $8,000 on overstock and sped up structural repairs by two days on average. Finally, techs focus on fixing cars, not chasing data."
Sarah Lopez
Owner, Apex Collision Center in Atlanta, GA
"VIN mismatches from customer emails used to delay every job start by 30 minutes, especially on fleet vehicles. Their automation grabs it straight from the intake photo via OCR and syncs to our Shop-Ware schedule with insurance claim details. We went from 5% rework rate to under 1% on paint and body work, and that's translated to $15,000 more in monthly revenue from quicker cycle times. Solid work—feels like it was designed for our shop from day one."
Tom Hargrove
Operations Director, Elite Auto Repairs in Chicago, IL
Simple 3-Step Process
Discovery and Custom Mapping
We dive into your shop's daily grind—reviewing repair logs, estimating tools, and pain points like manual VIN entry. Then, we blueprint a tailored automation that fits your workflow like a custom exhaust system.
AI Development and Integration
Our engineers code the AI from scratch, linking it to your systems for seamless data flow. Test runs on real scenarios, like dent repair estimates, ensure it's robust before launch—no fragile patches here.
Deployment and Optimization
We roll it out with hands-on training for your team. Monitor performance over the first month, tweaking for peak efficiency—like fine-tuning a suspension for your shop's unique demands.
Why We're Different
What's Included
Common Questions
How does this automation handle different estimating software in my shop?
We customize the integration to your exact setup, whether you're on CCC One, Mitchell, or a mix. Our AI extracts key data like labor times and parts costs from scans or inputs, then pushes it directly into your system via secure APIs. For instance, if a tech snaps a photo of bumper damage, it auto-generates the estimate line items. We've done this for shops switching from legacy tools, ensuring zero disruption—typically live in under two weeks with 99% accuracy on first pass. No more copy-pasting between apps; it's all one fluid process tailored to your workflow.
What kind of time savings can a typical auto body shop expect?
Based on our deployments, shops save 15-25 hours weekly on data entry alone. Think about it: instead of retyping customer details, VINs, and repair notes for every collision job, the AI handles it in seconds. One client, a mid-sized shop with 12 bays, dropped from 18 hours of admin per week to 3, freeing staff for an extra 10 vehicles monthly. This isn't guesswork— we track metrics like entry speed and error rates pre- and post-implementation, often seeing ROI within 60-90 days through faster billing and reduced overtime.
Is the system secure for sensitive customer and insurance data?
Absolutely—security is non-negotiable in automotive, where VINs and claims involve personal info. We build with enterprise-grade encryption, compliant with standards like GDPR and CCPA, plus automotive-specific protocols for data sharing. All integrations use OAuth and two-way verification to prevent breaches. For example, customer intake data is tokenized and only accessible via role-based logins for your team. We've audited our systems for shops handling high-volume insurance work, ensuring no leaks even during peak seasons. You own the data, stored on your secure cloud, not ours.
Can this automation scale if my shop expands to multiple locations?
Yes, our architecture is designed for growth, handling multi-site data like a well-oiled fleet. We start with your current setup but build in modular components—centralized data hubs that sync repair logs across locations without manual intervention. A client expanded from one shop to three; we scaled the system in a month, automating cross-site parts ordering and reporting. It pulls from shared databases for consistent estimates, reducing discrepancies that plague growing operations. Efficiency holds steady, with centralized oversight cutting admin by another 20% as you add bays.
How much does a custom automation like this cost for an auto body shop?
Costs vary by complexity, but for a standard shop setup—integrating estimates, parts, and billing—we range from $15,000 to $30,000 for full build and deployment. This includes discovery, custom coding, testing, and three months of optimization. Factor in your savings: at 20 hours/week reclaimed (valued at $50/hour labor), you break even in 3-6 months. Unlike subscriptions that add up to $20K yearly, this is a one-time investment in owned tech. We provide a detailed ROI projection during consultation, based on your shop's volume of 50-100 repairs monthly.
What if our processes involve unique custom work, like classic car restorations?
We thrive on customization—your shop's quirks are what we specialize in. During discovery, we map out specifics like non-standard paint codes or frame alignments for classics, then train the AI on your historical data. For one restoration-focused shop, we built rules to handle bespoke parts sourcing from niche suppliers, automating 80% of the entry while flagging uniques for human review. It's flexible: the system learns from your inputs over time, improving accuracy to 98% within weeks. No cookie-cutter solutions; it's engineered for your exact operations, from daily dents to high-end rebuilds.
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