How Beutler Diesel Repair Saved 5-10 Hours Per Week and Improved Shop Efficiency with ShopView
After switching from multiple systems including Fullbay, QuickBooks, and spreadsheets to ShopView, Beutler Diesel Repair streamlined invoicing, job tracking, and scheduling, eliminating hours of manual admin work and improving shop productivity.
See how a diesel repair shop replaced three disconnected tools with one platform and recovered lost revenue.
Results with ShopView
| Before | After |
|---|---|
| Multiple systems slowing daily operations | Faster invoicing and payments |
| Lost billable minutes and revenue | 5-10 hours saved every week |
| Poor technician time tracking | Improved job tracking and scheduling |
| Inventory and parts tracking issues | Easier inventory management |
"Much more efficient. Admin time has dropped significantly and we are able to stay focused on billable work."
- Beutler Diesel Repair
Manual Systems Slowing Down a Busy Diesel Repair Shop
Beutler Diesel Repair, based in Preston, Idaho, has been serving on road and off road diesel repair customers for over 6 years.
With a team of two staff members, the shop had built a strong foundation in the region. However, the systems they relied on to run the business had not kept up with their operational needs.
Before implementing ShopView, the team relied on a mix of Fullbay, QuickBooks, and spreadsheets to manage work orders, technician notes, scheduling, invoicing, and inventory.
As the shop grew, these disconnected systems created bottlenecks. Technicians completed work, but administrative tasks like invoicing, scheduling, and tracking parts required switching between systems, slowing everything down and increasing the risk of missed billable work.
Despite having strong demand, the shop was losing valuable time and revenue due to inefficient workflows and lack of automation.
Why Was So Much Time Being Lost?
The team at Beutler Diesel Repair was constantly busy servicing diesel equipment, but the back office workload was becoming overwhelming.
Manual processes and disconnected tools created delays at every stage of the workflow. Technicians tracked work separately, invoicing required manual effort, and scheduling lacked automation. Inventory tracking and customer communication also required extra time and coordination.
The result was hours of unnecessary administrative work each week and lost opportunities to capture billable revenue.
"Time billed to parts tracking and admin duties has decreased significantly, which means less overhead and more billable time."
- Beutler Diesel Repair
ShopView's Familiar Tale for Heavy Duty Shops
- Manual invoicing processes slowing billing and payments
- Technician time tracking handled outside the system
- Inefficient job scheduling workflows
- Inventory and parts tracking issues creating delays
- Administrative work taking time away from running the business
- Lost billable minutes and revenue
ShopView Streamlined Invoicing, Scheduling, and Job Tracking
Beutler Diesel Repair adopted ShopView to replace multiple disconnected systems with a single platform designed for diesel repair shops.
With ShopView in place, the shop is now able to manage work orders, technician time tracking, scheduling, parts and inventory, invoicing, and customer communication all in one centralized system.
One of the biggest improvements came from automation and AI assistance. ShopView significantly reduced admin workload by streamlining repetitive tasks like invoicing, scheduling, and tracking work.
Instead of switching between multiple tools, the team now operates from one system with full visibility into operations.
Within a short time of implementation, the shop began seeing clear improvements in efficiency, revenue, and overall workflow.
"ShopView is simple, efficient, and helps increase revenue while reducing admin work."
- Beutler Diesel Repair
Steady Gains = Big Results
Since implementing ShopView, Beutler Diesel Repair has experienced clear operational improvements across the shop:
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5-10 hours saved every week
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$5,000 - $10,000 increase in monthly revenue
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Faster invoicing and improved billing turnaround
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Reduced technician downtime
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Improved job tracking and scheduling
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Better reporting and real time insights
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Easier inventory management
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Improved customer communication
By removing the manual bottlenecks that previously slowed operations, the team now spends less time on admin work and more time focusing on billable repair work.
Beutler Diesel Repair's Favorite ShopView Features
AI Assist
ShopView's AI assist cuts down administrative time significantly by helping automate routine tasks and improve efficiency.
Improved Job Tracking and Scheduling
The team can clearly track job progress and technician assignments, keeping work organized and moving efficiently.
Technician Time Tracking
Better visibility into technician productivity helps ensure accurate billing and improved efficiency.
Easier Inventory Management
Parts and inventory are now tracked within the system, reducing delays and improving organization.
"ShopView has made running the shop simpler, more efficient, and more profitable."
- Beutler Diesel Repair