Mitchell, an Enlyte company, recently launched Mitchell Cloud Estimating TruckMax, a cloud-based solution designed to streamline the appraisal process for medium- and heavy-duty trucks in the U.S. and Canada. This innovative software provides insurance carriers and repair shops with a comprehensive platform for estimating repairs on the most popular commercial truck models. Mitchell also expanded its coverage for motorcycles, ATVs, and RUVs, offering a comprehensive special lines appraisal platform.
Key Features of Mitchell Truck Estimating Software
Mitchell Cloud Estimating TruckMax offers a range of features designed to improve efficiency and accuracy in the appraisal process. These include:
- Integrated Aftermarket Parts Pricing: Direct access to aftermarket parts pricing from various suppliers, ensuring accurate and up-to-date cost estimations.
- Detailed Exploded Diagrams: Provides clear visual representations of vehicle components and assemblies, facilitating accurate identification of damaged parts.
- In-House Authored Procedure Pages: Step-by-step instructions for repair procedures, ensuring consistent and accurate estimations.
- Extensive Labor Data: Access to comprehensive labor data, enabling accurate calculation of repair times.
- Intuitive Paint Refinish Calculations: Streamlines the paint refinish estimation process, reducing the risk of errors.
- Photo-Based Appraisal Technology: Allows for virtual estimations, eliminating drive time for appraisers and enabling remote assessments of low-severity claims.
Comprehensive Vehicle Coverage and Data
Combining Mitchell’s existing passenger and specialty vehicle data with the new commercial truck estimating platform and expanded motorcycle database, appraisers now have access to over 30 years of coverage. This encompasses more than 135,000 vehicle configurations, 13 million parts, 5.4 million labor times, and 4.5 million part and assembly relationships. This comprehensive data set contributes to increased estimate accuracy, reduced supplements, and provides crucial information for proper and safe repairs.
Benefits for Insurers and Repairers
Mitchell Cloud Estimating TruckMax offers significant advantages for both insurance companies and repair shops:
- Single Integrated Platform: Enables management of all on-road vehicle claims, simplifying workflows and improving efficiency.
- Improved Appraiser Productivity: Virtual estimations reduce drive time and allow for faster processing of low-severity claims.
- Increased Estimate Accuracy: Comprehensive data and integrated tools minimize errors and reduce the need for supplements.
- Faster Repair Turnaround Times: Streamlined appraisal process contributes to quicker repairs and improved customer satisfaction.
Mitchell’s Commitment to Innovation
The introduction of Mitchell Cloud Estimating TruckMax reflects Mitchell’s ongoing commitment to providing efficient and innovative solutions for the auto insurance and collision repair industries. By leveraging cloud technology and comprehensive data, Mitchell empowers its customers to adapt to the evolving demands of the market.
Conclusion
Mitchell Cloud Estimating TruckMax represents a significant advancement in commercial vehicle appraisal technology. Its comprehensive features, integrated data, and cloud-based accessibility offer substantial benefits for insurers and repairers alike, ultimately leading to greater efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction in the claims process. For more information, visit Mitchell’s website.
