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About

Need for Service is a comprehensive management software built specifically for auto repair shops and service centers. It streamlines daily operations by combining job scheduling, digital work orders, and real-time repair status tracking in one platform. Shop owners and technicians can manage customer records, vehicle history, and service appointments efficiently, reducing paperwork and manual errors. The platform supports invoicing and estimates, allowing staff to generate accurate quotes and bill customers directly through the system. Inventory and parts tracking help shops monitor stock levels, order supplies, and avoid delays caused by missing parts. Built-in communication tools notify customers about repair progress, estimated completion times, and pickup reminders via SMS or email. Need for Service also offers reporting and analytics features, giving owners insight into shop performance, technician productivity, and revenue trends.

About

Automotive Repair Shops - Spend more time growing your automotive repair shop and less time on inventory, accounting, and other daily shop management tasks. Easily manage service writers and mechanics time and performance with job tracking and workflow features. Heavy-Duty Vehicle Repair - Trust your heavy-duty vehicle maintenance and repair to Shop Controller, with several HD vehicle and equipment repair management features. Fleet Maintenance Management - Whether it's your internal fleet or your customer's fleet, ShopController provides tools including fleet maintenance reports, vehicle logs, tire history, and tire wear tracking, so you and your fleet customers can easily manage and track vehicle status. Founded in 1992, ShopController includes inventory control, scheduling, mechanic tracking, workflow, and equipment management. ShopController also has a proven track record with multi-site and franchise management operations. Request a free online demo.

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Need for Service is designed for auto repair shops, service centers, and independent mechanics of all sizes, from single bay garages to multi location operations. It suits shop owners, service managers, and technicians looking to streamline scheduling, work orders, and customer communication. It is also a strong fit for specialty repair businesses such as tire shops, quick lube centers, and body shops that need efficient job tracking, inventory management, and invoicing in one system.

Audience

All automotive repair shop businesses, including general automotive, specialty shops, fleet repair, franchise operations, truck, trailer and equipment repair.

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

Screenshots and Videos

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Pricing

$150/month
Free Version Supported
Free Trial Supported

Pricing

No information available.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 0.0 / 5
ease 0.0 / 5
features 0.0 / 5
design 0.0 / 5
support 0.0 / 5

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Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 5.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • No contract, Great support, Flexible - set it up to work your way, Access it from anywhere

Cons

  • None that I can think of

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Not Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Not Supported

Company Information

Need for Service
Founded: 2021
Estonia
needforservice.app/

Company Information

ShopController
Founded: 1993
United States
www.shopcontroller.com

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Categories

Categories

Auto Repair Features

Billing & Invoicing Supported
CRM Supported
Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI) Not Supported
Inventory Management Supported
Labor Rates Supported
Maintenance Scheduling Supported
Parts Management Supported
Quotes / Estimates Supported
Service History Supported
Vehicle Tracking Supported
VIN Lookup Supported
Work Order Management Supported

Fleet Maintenance Features

Cost Tracking Supported
Fuel Tracking Supported
Maintenance History Supported
Maintenance Scheduling Supported
Parts Inventory Management Supported
Repair Tracking Supported
Tire Management Supported
Vehicle Information Supported
Warranty Tracking Supported
Work Order Management Supported

Integrations

QuickBooks Online Not Supported
Steer Not Supported

Integrations

QuickBooks Online Supported
Steer Supported
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