Integrating iPads usage for Techs

[MINI4U]

We want to increase productivity and would like to use iPads for the Techs where they could use it to get info and pictures over to the service writer.And to be able to speak into the pad and eliminate typing would be a huge plus. We have Mitchell 1 does anyone know of a system that would work?

[Auto Repair Coach]

I can offer insight on this if you are still looking for answers.

[Rick Nicewonger]

I use my iPad along with my scan tool almost everyday!

[Changing The Industry]

Forget the iPads. Just get phones. They're cheaper and the best SMSs work great on a simple Android or iPhone. 

[raakpatel]

We use Ipads. My techs that have used phones complain about the size of the screen. Just use Ipads. Very reliable and easy to manage. Also when they take pictures with them it's easy to enlarge them and mark them with pointers and other items that help show issues with whatever they are working on. We have been using AV for over 4 years but I know there are other great programs out there.

[raakpatel]

Also on the ipads is Identifix and Alldata or Mitchell. Nowadays you can get enough licenses so if a shop has several techs each one has a unique login so it prevents each other from getting kicked off.

[Changing The Industry]

1 hour ago, raakpatel said:

 

 

1 hour ago, raakpatel said:

We use Ipads. My techs that have used phones complain about the size of the screen. Just use Ipads. Very reliable and easy to manage. Also when they take pictures with them it's easy to enlarge them and mark them with pointers and other items that help show issues with whatever they are working on. We have been using AV for over 4 years but I know there are other great 

I guess it depends on the age of the techs. 

The younger they are, the less likely they are to use tablets. The use of phones is also dependent on the software you're using.