The verdict in three sentences
Auto repair shop software finally links the quote, the repair order, the parts stock and mobile money billing into a single flow. It saves about 15 % of admin time, reduces parts shortages and, above all, generates 10 to 20 % recurring revenue through automatic service reminders. For a garage handling tickets of 10 000 to 100 000 FCFA, the investment of 800 000 to 2 500 000 FCFA (about 1,220 to 3,810 EUR) pays off in the first year.
From quote to invoice, with no lost paperwork
Disorder is expensive: a misplaced quote, a part ordered twice, a customer you forget to follow up. The software chains each step and keeps the full history of every vehicle.
| Step | Without software | With software |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle record | Paper logbook | Full digital history |
| Quote | Handwritten, recalculated | Generated in 2 min, archived |
| Repair order | Loose sheet | Real-time status tracking |
| Parts stock | Eyeball counting | Threshold alert + valuation |
| Billing | Cash, paper receipt | Wave/OM + digital invoice |
| Service reminder | Forgotten | Auto reminder (oil, brakes) |
The service reminder is the most profitable feature: reminding a customer of an oil change or a service turns a one-off visit into predictable recurring revenue.
Cost, tiers and return on investment
The budget depends on the number of workstations and modules (advanced stock, multi-mechanic, customer app). 2026 order of magnitude.
| Tier | Features | Cost FCFA | Cost EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Records, quotes, invoices | 800 000 - 1 200 000 | 1,220 - 1,830 |
| Complete | + parts stock, mobile money, reminders | 1 400 000 - 2 000 000 | 2,135 - 3,050 |
| Premium | + multi-station, analytics, customer portal | 2 100 000 - 2 500 000 | 3,200 - 3,810 |
| Maintenance | Hosting, support | 40 000 - 120 000/month | 61 - 183/month |
Mini case study
Ibrahim runs a garage with monthly revenue of 6 000 000 FCFA and an average ticket of 35 000 FCFA. By enabling automatic service reminders, he brings back customers he would have lost: a gain of 12 % in recurring revenue, about 720 000 FCFA/month. Stock tracking spares him two or three shortages a month, each delaying a repair by a day. The complete software, bought for 1 800 000 FCFA, pays for itself in under three months from the reminder effect alone.
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FAQ
Will my mechanics, not comfortable with computers, actually use it?
The interface is simple and designed for tablet and phone. In practice, entry is limited to a few fields per job, and a short half-day of training is enough for the team.
Does the software manage the spare-parts stock?
Yes, at the Complete tier: each part used is deducted automatically, with an alert when the minimum threshold is reached, avoiding shortages and duplicate orders.
Can I collect payment via Wave and Orange Money?
Yes, billing integrates mobile money payment: the customer pays from their phone and the invoice is marked paid automatically, with a digital receipt.
How long does installation take?
Expect 2 to 4 weeks, including importing your existing vehicle records and setting up the parts catalog and pricing.
Let's talk about your project. We adapt the software to your shop, your parts and your pricing. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
