Gโday Workshop Software users,
If you thought Two-Way SMS was exciting (and it absolutely is), wait until you see what weโve just rolled out for WorkshopData. This update is a big deal, and itโs already live in your system.
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Finally: See Whatโs Actually Included in Every Service
Hereโs the problem weโve solved. Youโre quoting a customer on a major service, and they ask, โWhat exactly are you doing for that price?โ Previously, youโd have to add the item to the invoice, check and see if youโve got the right one, and if not, go back into WorkshopData and select the next one.
Now, when you pull up WorkshopData labour times, youโll see a dropdown chevron next to each service. Click it, and thereโs a complete breakdown of every single task included in that service. Oil change, filter replacement, brake inspection, the lot. Itโs all there, crystal clear.
This is exactly what you asked for, and weโve delivered.
No More โVehicle Not Foundโ Dead Ends
You know that sinking feeling when you enter a vehicle and WorkshopData canโt find it? That frustration ends today.
If the system doesnโt automatically recognise a vehicle, you can now manually search by make and model. Letโs say youโve got a vehicle thatโs not coming up automatically. Simply select the make and model, select the correct variant, and youโre away.
Hereโs the brilliant bit: once youโve selected the correct vehicle variant, Workshop Software remembers it. Next time you open WorkshopData for that vehicle, itโll pull up the right information automatically. No more searching every single time.
And if you accidentally select the wrong variant? No dramas. You can switch variants or search for a completely different vehicle with a couple of clicks. Itโs flexible, itโs smart, and it saves you time.
WorkshopData Now Works on Your Mobile App
This might be the biggest time-saver of all.
Your mechanics can now access WorkshopData directly from the mobile app. Theyโre under a vehicle, need to check fluid capacities or ID locations? They pull out their phone, tap the button, and all the lubricant specs and ID locations are right there.
No more walking back to the office computer. No more interrupting you to ask questions. No more guessing. Your team becomes instantly more efficient and professional. This is free on your mobile app, and of course mobile users are free too.ย
The Hidden Cost of Not Having This Information
Letโs talk about what this really means for your bottom line.
Every time a mechanic walks away from a job to check specs, thatโs billable time wasted. Every time you canโt confidently explain whatโs included in a service, you risk losing the job to a competitor who sounds more professional. Every time you quote incorrectly because you didnโt have complete information, youโre either losing money or losing customers.
This update eliminates all of that.
Youโre capturing more revenue because your team works faster. Youโre winning more jobs because you sound like the expert you are. Youโre protecting your margins because youโre quoting accurately every single time.
Other Improvements Youโll Notice
Weโve also made improvements to how torque settings work within WorkshopData, and weโve fixed an issue where zero labour times werenโt showing for motorcycles. If you work on bikes, youโll notice the difference immediately.
The the searching has been improved, including the removal of an error if the VIN is incomplete or not found. thereโs been improvements to the layout, image alignment, and more.
This Is What Modern Workshop Management Looks Like
Hereโs what separates successful workshops from struggling ones: information at your fingertips when you need it.
Youโre not running back to the office. Youโre not flipping through paper manuals. Youโre not relying on memory or guesswork. Youโve got professional-grade data integrated directly into your workflow, accessible from anywhere in your workshop.
Thatโs the difference between operating like itโs 2005 and running a modern, profitable workshop.
Start Using It Today
This update is already live in your system. Jump in and see for yourself.
If you need any help getting the most out of these new features, our support team is here for you. We want you squeezing every bit of value out of these tools.
This is just the beginning. Weโve got more exciting updates coming soon thatโll make your workshop even more efficient and profitable.
Ready to see how much faster your workshop can operate? Start your free trial today and experience the complete Workshop Operating System.
Further Reading
Want to get the most out of WorkshopData? These guides have you covered:
- WorkshopData Labour Time Lookup
- WorkshopData Make and Model Search
- WorkshopData Subscription โ Australia & New Zealand
- Access WorkshopData on the Mobile App