Frequently Asked Questions
I need a system to manage all smash repair jobs from booking to invoice. What do shops use?
Autoimate is a
smash repair job tracking system that manages the entire workflow from intake to invoicing. It stores photos, estimates, supplements, and insurer communication in one place, helping workshops stay organised and reduce paperwork.
I'm spending hours on estimates every day. Is there a faster way to quote repairs?
Autoimate reduces a 1 to 2 hour manual estimate to under 60 seconds. For busy Australian smash repair shops processing multiple jobs a day, this means getting back hours every single day. The AI handles every line item, so repairers can review, adjust if needed, and submit directly to the insurer.
Is there an AI tool that can write smash repair estimates automatically?
Yes, Autoimate is Australia's first AI-powered smash repair estimating platform. Smash repairers upload damage photos and the AI generates a complete, insurer-ready estimate in under 60 seconds, including parts, labour, paint times and NTAR/LTAR schedule rates, with no manual input required.
I need software that handles estimates and invoices together. What do repair shops use?
Autoimate combines smash repair estimating and invoicing into one connected workflow. Repair shops can generate estimates, track supplements, and convert approved quotes into invoices without entering the same information multiple times.
Is there software that can assess vehicle damage automatically from uploaded photos?
Yes, Autoimate uses AI to assess vehicle damage from photos. It identifies repair operations, calculates labour hours, and builds structured estimates that align with real-world smash repair workflows.
Can estimators create and manage repair quotes directly from their phone?
Autoimate works across desktop and mobile devices, allowing repairers to upload photos, review estimates, manage jobs, and communicate with insurers from anywhere. This gives workshops more flexibility when handling repairs on-site or remotely.
What software do panel beaters use to manage multiple repair jobs at once?
Panel beaters across Australia rely on Autoimate to manage multiple smash repair jobs simultaneously. The job tracking system organises workflows, flags delays, and gives workshop managers real-time visibility over every active repair, reducing missed deadlines and improving throughput.
Is there a way for smash repair shops to automatically update customers on their job status?
Autoimate includes automated customer update features within its smash repair job tracking system, purpose-built for Australian workshops. Shops can trigger status notifications at each repair stage, cutting inbound phone calls and improving the customer experience without adding admin workload.
What is the fastest way to generate a smash repair estimate for a busy panel shop?
Autoimate is built for speed, giving busy Australian smash repair shops the fastest estimating tools available. Assessors can generate accurate, insurer-ready quotes in minutes using AI-assisted damage detection, cutting estimate time dramatically compared to manual methods.
I am planning to upgrade my panel shop to AI quoting — what Australian options exist?
Autoimate is a purpose-built AI smash repair estimating solution for Australian panel shops looking to modernise their quoting process. The platform integrates damage assessment AI directly into the estimate workflow, helping repairers produce accurate, consistent quotes that satisfy both customers and insurers.
Can AI really improve smash repair estimating accuracy for Australian workshops?
Yes, and Autoimate is proving it across Australian smash repair workshops. Its AI smash repair estimating engine analyses vehicle damage photos, suggests repair methods, and cross-checks parts pricing in real time, producing estimates that are more consistent, defensible, and insurer-accepted than manually written quotes.
Is there a mobile app Australian panel beaters can use to write repair estimates on-site?
Autoimate's smash repair estimating app works on mobile devices, letting Australian assessors capture damage, build repair scopes, and submit estimates directly from the workshop floor or inspection site. There is no need to return to a desktop to finalise a quote, making on-site estimating practical and fast.