Mitchell 1 has launched ProDemand+, an optional add-on to its ProDemand repair information software that brings OEM mechanical and collision repair information together in one platform, the San Diego company said Nov. 10.
"Today's vehicles are more interconnected than ever, and the line between mechanical and body-related repairs continues to blur," said Cami Hermann, marketing director for Mitchell 1. "ProDemand+ helps mechanical and collision repair shops identify related repair requirements upfront, confidently tackle more complex repairs, and reduce costly rework. This creates opportunities to improve efficiency, expand services and get customers' vehicles back on the road faster."
ProDemand+ adds OEM procedures and specifications covering body and structural repairs, materials, adhesives, and paint and refinishing to ProDemand's mechanical diagnostic, repair and maintenance resources.
For mechanical repair shops, the add-on supports body-related work they already encounter, such as replacing bumpers, mirrors, sensors and other body-mounted components. Those repairs often involve advanced driver assistance systems that require precise sensor positioning and calibration. Mitchell 1 says technicians can research OEM procedures, assess job complexity, and determine which repairs their shops have the equipment, training and expertise to handle in-house.
For collision repair shops, ProDemand+ provides mechanical repair information meant to help technicians look beyond visible body damage and develop more complete repair plans. Replacing a damaged bumper, for example, may require researching electrical connections, mounting specifications, ADAS sensor locations and calibration procedures. The company says having that information alongside OEM body repair procedures helps technicians address related vehicle systems without switching between separate platforms.
ProDemand delivers OEM repair information and real-world fixes in one lookup and is powered by 1Search Plus. The platform includes interactive wiring diagrams, ADAS info, labor times, TSBs and recalls, and it integrates with Mitchell 1's Manager SE shop management software. Mitchell 1 is part of the Snap-on Total Shop Solutions brand family and has provided repair information solutions to the motor vehicle industry for more than 100 years.
