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Why Knowing Your True Shop Rate Matters More Than Ever

Most collision repair workshops are busy. That doesn’t automatically mean they’re profitable. One of the most common issues we see across the industry is that many repairers don’t actually know their true labour rates, or they’re working off numbers that are outdated. Some rates are based on what someone once said they “should be.” Others …

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It’s a Long Road: Why Recruiting Virtual Estimators Takes More Than You Think

For bodyshop owners, insurers, and repair groups, accurate estimating is the backbone of profitability and trust. But behind every estimate is an entire system of training, auditing, and support that ensures quality and consistency. At Bodyshop Recruit & Consulting (BSR), we’ve built our reputation on delivering highly skilled Virtual Estimators (VEs) to the automotive repair …

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A Day in Australia’s Largest Estimating Outsourcing Business

Remote estimating works — and it’s far from a “Fred in the shed” setup Whoever thought outsourcing estimates would take off? Well, it has. And not just as a side hustle in someone’s garage — it’s now big business, with Bodyshop Recruit (BSR) writing over a million dollars’ worth of estimates every single day. The …

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