Hey everyone! I just built a simple app to keep me organized and focused on my car wash buying goals. It tracks my progress and even motivates me with daily targets—it only took me 5 minutes to make! It’s already making a difference in how I manage my outreach. This got me thinking, what kind of software or tools do you all use to manage your car wash business? Would love to hear what’s working for you!"
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I built an app in 5 minutes to stay organized-What Tools Are You Using?
- Thread starter floppgean
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this is just a mock up of what it could be. It would take some work developing the app but it could be done and you would be able to use it on a mobile device.
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The benefits of going paperless for car wash maintenance:
1. **Better organization**: Easier access and tracking of tasks.
2. **Fewer errors**: Automates updates and reminders.
3. **Cost savings**: Reduces paper, ink, and storage costs.
4. **Eco-friendly**: Minimizes waste and paper use.
5. **Real-time updates**: Immediate access to current info.
6. **Enhanced security**: Protects data with backups and encryption.
7. **Increased accountability**: Tracks tasks and schedules digitally.
So how expensive is it to have someone develop this, and maintain it?
I talked to one maintenance app company at the ICA show and it was kinda pricey for a small business with just a few employees. But you could argue that productivity of an employee would indeed improve and the app would pay for itself.
There might be a decent (but admittedly small)market for a reasonably priced app dedicated to the car wash industry.
I'd like an app that I could connect with where in addition to daily,weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual tasks they have to complete that I have a checklist for multiple sites that I can add items to, when the employee completes it they check it off and I can see what has been done by them on my phone.
The company I looked at even allowed uploaded of demonstration videos. So you could task an employee with "grease the automatic" and you could make a video showing how you want it done. Larger companies with big employee turnover might appreciate that feature.
I talked to one maintenance app company at the ICA show and it was kinda pricey for a small business with just a few employees. But you could argue that productivity of an employee would indeed improve and the app would pay for itself.
There might be a decent (but admittedly small)market for a reasonably priced app dedicated to the car wash industry.
I'd like an app that I could connect with where in addition to daily,weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual tasks they have to complete that I have a checklist for multiple sites that I can add items to, when the employee completes it they check it off and I can see what has been done by them on my phone.
The company I looked at even allowed uploaded of demonstration videos. So you could task an employee with "grease the automatic" and you could make a video showing how you want it done. Larger companies with big employee turnover might appreciate that feature.
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Hey, I was just recently thinking about building an app like that. I'll need a few days to gather some details on app development and maintenance costs specific to the car wash industry. (I am all about automation)
Your ideas about task checklists and video uploads are awesome and could really boost training and accountability, especially for businesses with high staff turnover and for owners with multiple sites.
By the way, could you please send me your email address so I can contact you directly?
-TABBY
That's all I've ever needed. A note pad and a pencil, works for me.Its a simple format
cbchevy4x4
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Right there with ya, alot of things are easier with "automation" but i dont need my phone telling me what to do. Thats why i work for myself.Its a simple format
schnapdragron
New member
@Greg Pack I have something that im just finishing up for iPhone and Web. I can share it with you
edredtop
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Received a Christmas gift a few years back that consisted of a 4 pack of light switches you could turn on with an app.
It took me longer to (put my glasses on) find the app, open it, find the related toggle to turn on the light, than to get up and walk the ten steps to turn it on.
Plus, it was taking away my only exercise for the day
Hi Greg,
I am currently developing an app and adding the features you mentioned above. It will be available for beta by the end of the year or beginning of next year. Any other features you can think of that would make your day-to-day operations easier. I am also looking for 5 car wash owners to beta test the app. You'll get early access and a chance to shape the final product! I am looking at charging $150 a month for the app. Let me know what you think? You can DM me or call if you feel like chatting! 941-467-6464 Thanks so much.
Well, I'll start with I think $150/Month is a deal killer for most SS/IBA washes. Most have no more than a handful of employees. Personally I'd pay a little for a shareable checklist type app but I'm down to two employees. If you need that much revenue I think you market is in the tunnel space where they are dealing with quite a few employees and potentially high turnover.
Thanks for the feedback, Greg! I understand that $150/month may seem high for smaller setups like SS/IBA washes, especially with fewer employees. My goal is to offer real value that justifies the cost.
If I may, could we discuss what specific features would make this app indispensable for you? For instance, if the shareable checklist functionality saves time, reduces errors, and helps with employee turnover, perhaps we can tailor the app to your needs at a price point that works.
For tunnel spaces, I agree they have larger teams and higher turnover, which makes them a great fit for the app. However, I’d love to find a way to bring similar efficiency to smaller operations like yours. Would you be open to being a beta tester for my app? I’m looking for 5 car wash owners to test the app and give feedback. it should be ready for testing by the end of December or the first week of January the latest.
If I may, could we discuss what specific features would make this app indispensable for you? For instance, if the shareable checklist functionality saves time, reduces errors, and helps with employee turnover, perhaps we can tailor the app to your needs at a price point that works.
For tunnel spaces, I agree they have larger teams and higher turnover, which makes them a great fit for the app. However, I’d love to find a way to bring similar efficiency to smaller operations like yours. Would you be open to being a beta tester for my app? I’m looking for 5 car wash owners to test the app and give feedback. it should be ready for testing by the end of December or the first week of January the latest.
OK boomers.
I'm not a fan of unnecessary apps but I can see some value to this. Multiple locations, multiple employees, verification that a deadbeat employee acknowledged they completed the task, combine that with a PM service scheduler. I'm sure there is other things that can be combined with this app that would be handy-parts inventory list and order, etc.
I'm not a fan of unnecessary apps but I can see some value to this. Multiple locations, multiple employees, verification that a deadbeat employee acknowledged they completed the task, combine that with a PM service scheduler. I'm sure there is other things that can be combined with this app that would be handy-parts inventory list and order, etc.
