Frequently Asked Questions

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Click here to get access to hundreds of shop management documents, hundreds of shop management tips, key auto-repair-shop business numbers, and results from more than 100 shop management surveys and polls.

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A number of shop management software companies offer demos. Links to the demos can be found on this page.

Yes! The Automotive Management Network has a very active presence on these social media platforms:
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We have put together a page with links to demos from companies that sell diagnostic scan tools here.

We do! Here are the links to several wheel alignment demos.

We are constantly surveying our members on a large variety of important management topics. You can view the results of our most recent surveys here. Premium members (upgrade here) can view the results of more than 100 surveys.

Click here to post something in the forums – ask other members a question, relate a story, pass on useful information, or post your thoughts on any vehicle service management related issue.

We’ve created an extensive directory that includes contacts for trainers, parts vendors, lenders, service information, trade associations, and sources for insurance, equipment, marketing, software, and uniforms.
Click here to find contact information for hundreds of companies serving the needs of those managing vehicle service facilities.

We recommend that you get the best shop management software for YOUR shop. Every auto repair shop is different, and there is no one-size-fits-all software. Because of this, we’ve put together all the tools and resources you need so you will not have to waste your time. Click on any of the following six resources to get started finding the software that best suits your shop’s needs.
1: 77-question survey with replies from 37 shop management software companies
2: Shop management software comparison chart
3: 100 must-have shop management software features
4: Links to shop management software demos
5: Shop management software forum
6: Shop management software directory

Here is a list of the most recent discussions/posts from all forums in dated order with the newest at the top of the page.

You can access all 10 of our shop management forums on this page.

To ask questions, make comments, or see what other members have to say about different types of shop management software, go to the Auto and Truck Shop Management Software Forum.

Place your mouse over the words MANAGEMENT TOOLBOX in the menu above, and a list of management resources will display.

One of our most popular features is a list of key numbers that every repair shop should know and use.
Easy to understand descriptions are on this page. This is a perfect way to learn and train on your own.
Calculators to automatically determine your numbers can be found on this page where you simply fill in the blanks.
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Click here to see our list of more than 275 helpful Shop Management Tips.
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