Planning for Parts Shortages
Currently, one of the biggest issues facing many collision centres is the problem of ongoing parts shortages. And if the situation isn’t handled properly, it can…
Posts by J.R. Martino
Post Pandemic Success
Investments in people and processes will be key moving forward. These are interesting times we live in. Every day it seems there is another event that…
“Resignation” Response
Collision staffing strategies for a new era. Historically, Budds’ Collision Services has placed a strong belief in growing and promoting our staff from within. Every month,…
Weighing in Winter Scenarios
With bad weather on the horizon, collision repairers shouldn’t assume there will be a flood of repair orders. Traditionally, the winter season is a busy time…
Parts Shortages Require Altering Business Tactics
Ongoing parts shortages have caused many collision centres to alter business plans Traditionally, many collision shops, especially those that are dealer-affiliated or deal in high volumes…
COVID-19, One Year On by J.R. Martino
While the pandemic continues to be with us, there is light at the end of the tunnel… Here in Ontario, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact…
Alternative Options by J.R. Martino
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to offer repairers the chance to add additional and profitable revenue streams. There is no question that as collision repairers, the COVID-19…
Pandemic Planning by J.R. Martino
As I write, the COVID-19 pandemic has been with us for almost a year. Times continue to be tough for many and some collision centres have…
Filling the Gap by J.R. Martino
With claims work down for many shops, reconditioning used vehicles can provide some very good opportunities. The COVID-19 situation has caused many disruptions for our industry.…
Communication and Care by J.R. Martino
Diligently dialling in your ‘new normal’ operating procedures now will have a huge impact on business in the colder months ahead. When COVID-19 hit back in…