Protractor VS Shopmonkey

Protractor Pricing

Shopmonkey Pricing

Protractor

• Digital Vehicle Inspection: Enables technicians to perform transparent, digital multi-point inspections with visual supporting information for customer clarity.
• Integrated Payments: Facilitates fast, accurate checkouts with features like Text-To-Pay and integrated signatures for seamless transactions.
• Customer Communication: Offers built-in emailing, text notifications, and 24/7 online booking for optimised client interaction and convenience.
• Parts and Inventory Management: Includes catalog lookups, vendor integrations, warranty and return tracking, and core tracking within a unified system.
• Shop Management Tools: Supports multi-location oversight, team communication, secure data management, profit center tracking, and workflow organization.
• Accounting Suite: Integrated general ledger, receivables, payables, tax tracking, and banking integration for end-to-end financial management.
• Digital Marketing Suite: High-performance websites, marketing ROI dashboard, localized SEO content, Google Ads enablement, call tracking, and eCommerce capabilities.
• Reporting and Dashboards: Real-time analytics tools and customizable dashboards for monitoring performance, technician efficiency, and profitability.
• Repair Roadmap and Work Orders: Visual workflows and tools to streamline scheduling, estimates, deferred work tracking, and approvals.
• Matrices and Pricing Tools: Linear Parts & Labor Matrices, Margin Thresholds, and Automated Labor Bumps for precise, consistent service pricing.

Shopmonkey

• Customizable Workflow: Create and manage jobs, estimates, and purchase orders with adjustable workflows.
• VIN Decode & Parts Lookup: Access fast vehicle information and streamlined parts ordering.
• Digital Inspections: Capture, mark up, and share vehicle photos and videos through mobile devices.
• Integrated Payments: Handle online and in-person payments securely and quickly.
• QuickBooks Integration: Sync customer, sales, and inventory data effortlessly.
• Appointment Scheduling: Online scheduler with appointment confirmations and automated reminders.
• Centralized Customer Communication: Built-in messaging for estimates, updates, and quick responses.
• Multi-Location Management: Scalable for single and multiple shop operations.
• Visual Dashboards & Reporting: Real-time analytics to track performance and profitability.
• Mobile Access: Android and iOS apps for technicians, enabling remote workflow management.

Protractor Use Cases

• Streamlining operations for single-location or multi-location automotive repair shops.
• Automating digital vehicle inspections for increased transparency with customers.
• Enhancing customer engagement through automated reminders, emails, and text messaging.
• Managing work orders, deferred maintenance, and technician scheduling from a single interface.
• Tracking inventory, managing vendor relationships, and handling part warranties and returns.
• Simplifying accounting and bookkeeping processes within automotive repair businesses.
• Launching digital marketing campaigns and monitoring their ROI through integrated tools.
• Improving payment collection with integrated and contactless payment methods.
• Generating detailed performance reports and dashboards for business insights.
• Facilitating seamless integration with industry partners for enhanced shop efficiency.

Shopmonkey Use Cases

• Streamlining daily operations of independent auto repair shops.
• Managing multiple shop locations and franchises with centralized oversight.
• Conducting digital vehicle inspections using mobile devices.
• Processing contactless payments and managing in-person transactions.
• Providing clients with professional digital invoices and estimates.
• Synchronizing accounting, sales, and inventory data with QuickBooks.
• Efficiently managing tire, lube, heavy duty, and specialty repair shop workflows.
• Offering automated appointment scheduling and reminders to customers.

Protractor FAQs

• What types of businesses is Protractor designed for?

  Protractor is designed for single and multi-location professional automotive repair shops seeking to manage all operational aspects digitally.
• Does Protractor support digital vehicle inspections?

  Yes, Protractor includes digital vehicle inspection tools to provide clear, comprehensive reports that empower customers with informed decisions.
• Can Protractor manage accounting and payments?

  Yes, Protractor offers integrated accounting features and supports a range of payment options for seamless financial management.
• Are digital marketing features included in Protractor?

  Select Protractor packages provide a full digital marketing suite, including website creation, SEO, campaign tracking, and call tracking functionalities.
• Is Protractor suitable for businesses with multiple locations?

  Protractor is built to support multi-location operations, with centralized management tools and reporting features.

Shopmonkey FAQs

• Does Shopmonkey integrate with QuickBooks and CARFAX?

  Yes, Shopmonkey offers integration with both QuickBooks and CARFAX for seamless accounting and vehicle history management.
• How many users can our shop have on Shopmonkey?

  Each Shopmonkey plan includes a specific number of user licenses, with options to add additional user licenses for a fee.
• Does Shopmonkey have an app?

  Yes, Shopmonkey provides Android and iOS mobile apps for technicians and shop staff.
• Does Shopmonkey provide lookups for medium or heavy-duty vehicles?

  Yes, Shopmonkey offers lookups and labor guides for medium and heavy-duty vehicles as part of specialized add-ons.
• Are there setup fees to get started?

  Setup assistance, including data migration, may incur an additional fee depending on the services required.

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