Material costs have changed dramatically, and tracking them accurately matters more than ever. In this video, Gary and Barry discuss different approaches to material billing, from traditional multipliers to real-time invoicing systems and calculators. You’ll hear how shops can better understand true material costs, improve process allocation, and capture both refinish and body material expenses more effectively.
For more information on the rising cost of paint and materials, read more at Repairer Driven News:
PPG, other paint and material suppliers raising prices amid rising supply chain costs
Inflation playing role in paint and material costs, up by average 7.4% during Q1
These videos were filmed at the I-CAR Training Center in Appleton, WI.
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