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As a manager, you can do a lot of good or a lot of harm—it is a tremendous responsibility to be a boss. by Ron Fisher, CEO QRP Canada, owner Fisher Resolution, Mediation and Management Consulting Services In both my personal and professional life, I interact with a lot of different people in a lot …
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Two young builders from British Columbia, Chelsie Lesnoski and Cole Marten, astonished the world on the SEMA stage. by Pat Rediger It might begin with an engine or a chassis or some other part, but it usually ends up with a work of art for Chelsie Lesnoski and Cole Marten. The duo own Throttle Thrashers …
Check out the stories of these nine incredible individuals who have left a lasting impact on Manitoba’s collision repair industry. Their outstanding contributions have earned them a well-deserved induction into the ATA Hall of Fame. text and photos courtesy of the Automotive Trades Association of Manitoba (ATA) The Automotive Trades Association of Manitoba (ATA) held …
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AutoHouse Technologies has released its Q1 2023 benchmark findings to help industry better understand how auto repair facilities in B.C. perform in comparison with their western neighbours. by David Ribeiro, senior industry advisor, Automotive Retailers Association (ARA) In the dynamic and highly competitive collision repair industry, data collection plays a crucial role in driving success …
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Craftsman Collision takes a significant step towards reducing the industry’s contribution to plastic waste by implementing the first large-scale plastic recycling program in British Columbia. by Iva Kestrankova While the automotive industry is known for being a major contributor to global pollution due to its high levels of carbon dioxide emissions, there is another aspect …
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The sold-out event brought opportunities to learn, network, share information, and collaborate on solutions to common industry issues. by Collision Quarterly, photos: Iva Kestrankova The first Canadian Collision Industry Forum (CCIF) of 2023 was held in Toronto, Ontario, from February 2 to 3. The event was sold out and well-attended by professionals from all over …
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New Heart, Old Soul Ready to RiiSE? An innovative Vancouver company will convert your beloved sport or classic car to electric for a cleaner and greener future. by Kara Cunnigham RiiSE EV founder and CEO Dean Kneider is doing something special. He and his partners have recognized a timely niche in the rapidly evolving world …
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Telematics, labour attraction and retention, education, data access, safety, emerging technologies, and parts and materials were all up for discussion at the CIC’s meeting in Las Vegas last November. by David Ribeiro, senior industry advisor, Automotive Retailers Association The most recent Collision Industry Conference (CIC) took place during the SEMA show in Las Vegas last …
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Scarcity or abundance? The future is in your hands. by Tom Bissonnette, executive director, Saskatchewan Association of Automotive Repairers (SAAR) The recent pandemic has magnified some ugly truths about the collision industry. Notwithstanding the current supply chain issues, we are seeing a human supply issue in the form of a shortage of qualified collision repair …
Customer service could make all the difference between your shop and the one down the road. by Eli Greenbaum Why does one collision centre thrive with a sterling reputation while the one across the street struggles to acquire and retain customers? There could be a lot of reasons: the quality of the work, pricing, marketing, …
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