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Estimate Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Insert Manual Line

Qapter Estimating allows users to insert a manual line anywhere on their repair plan instead of the very end of the sheet.…
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Estimating Tip – Mitchell – Mix Toners

DEG Inquiry 12029 shares Mitchell feedback that “labor to mix toners from color bank to achieve a color” is NOT INCLUDED. Due to…
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Estimate Tip – CCC – Toyota Camry Two Tone

To reflect Two-Tone options on an estimate, end-users can select “Two Tone” from the paint group under the vehicle options tab.  When…
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Estimate Tip – Solera Qapter – Auto Refinish

Qapter Estimating allows users to toggle on or off “AUTO REFINISH” feature when selecting panel repair or replacement. This feature is found…
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Estimate Tip – CCC- Rivian R1T/S Aim Distance Sensor

Recent DEG Inquiry 37206 provides clarification to the labor time established for “Aim Distance Sensor.” “The estimated work time of 0.6 hours…
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Estimate Tip – Mitchell – “Access Time” not included

Recent DEG Inquiry 36898 shares Mitchell feedback that “Access Time” which may be necessary for access to attachment points would be NOT…
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Estimate Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Set Up and Measure NOT INCLUDED

Qapter Estimating offers users to select “Set Up and Measure” as a standalone operation from its database with an ON THE SPOT…
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Estimate Tip – CCC -Quarter panel, section

CCC may identify labor to section a quarter panel. The section labor time is often different than a full panel replacement. When…