Engineering Services

Direct Debit Payment Automation

Posted on August 9, 2020September 4, 2020 by Russell

We are often asked about the benefits, and how to set up direct debit payment automation, and how you can work even more efficiently by using direct debit in an integrated Service M8 workflow. But what does integrated direct debit mean, and how can service companies better integrate within their job management systems. If you use GoCardless already, you will know that it automates cash collection by taking payments from your customers. each time payment is due, with a single upfront mandate. M...
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Choosing CRM Software for Franchisors

Posted on June 27, 2020 by Russell

You have found this page because you are trying to get through the fog of information regarding choosing CRM software for franchisors, you know what a great CRM can do for any business, and you also know that choosing the right shortlist of systems is critical to the ability of your idea to work! How you handle the issues below (and others) will determine the success of your CRM system choice and overall success of the complete project. Advisory group/feedback. Utilising the full network av...
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LOLER Inspection Software

Posted on June 14, 2020 by Russell

There are a number of different LOLER inspection software applications on the market, as well varying ways to automate the collection of data when assessing lifting equipment. We have been working with a number of businesses: Lift Engineers Groundworkers Farm Machinery Hire The companies all have two things in common, they not only needed LOLER inspection software, they also needed to manage the recurring maintenance schedules against individual asset management tagging. Using ServiceM...
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Virtual Help Service – Plumbing & Heating

Posted on May 15, 2020 by Russell

It was amazing to read a post by Michael Cairns, on linkedIn, about how Celsius Plumbing and Heating have launched virtual help service and that they have helped over 50 families around Edinburgh and the Lothians - ALL without needing to send a single engineer out to their homes! The virtual help service is a free service, as they wanted to help their local community and contribute 'a bit more' during the current difficult times, as many people can’t risk having anyone in their homes due to per...
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Mini-Franchise Software from ServiceM8

Posted on May 11, 2020 by Russell

Mini-franchise software for Facilities Management

Have you ever considered growing your business by creating a franchise - but thought it was too costly? Mini-Franchise software from ServiceM8 could change the way you look at franchising a business - especially if you have a successful/growing engineering service company - and are struggling to employ the best staff! A mini-franchise is ideal for an established business owner looking to reward or motivate an exceptional team member. However, you might also want to consider this option if you’re...
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ServiceM8 Franchise Software Solution

Posted on May 11, 2020 by Russell

ServiceM8 franchise software solution offers a complete end to end solution for franchise businesses. In this post, we are going to provide an insight into each of the key areas of ServiceM8 franchise software solution. The call center Management module allows staff to quickly accept phone bookings and instantly allocate inquiries to the correct franchisee. Call Center staff can bring up client details from all franchisee accounts and have instant access to the complete job history. This allow...
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ServiceM8 in Leeds

Posted on May 3, 2020 by Russell

We recently started working with an electrical company, helping them to implement ServiceM8 in Leeds - the company carries out the installation of renewable energy and heat technology, for large and small commercial and domestic clients. It is always really interesting to learn from existing engineering services companies how they have been, and are currently managing their site services and installations. The incredible outcome from all of these conversations is the opportunity to harness the ...
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CNC Machine Servicing/Installation and Loan – FREE – COVID-19 Projects

Posted on April 28, 2020 by Russell

Challenging times call for extraordinary measures. Control CNC Services Ltd, collaborating with their supplier Machine Tool Sales Online are helping to meet the demand for increased manufacturing of emergency medical equipment by offering no-cost CNC machine servicing loan and commissioning. Based in Worcestershire, Control CNC Services Ltd are Siemens Blackbelt trained control and drive specialists offering support on all CNC manufacturers. We are constantly investing in the latest Siemens har...
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NHS Lift Engineering Services – ServiceM8

Posted on April 25, 2020 by Russell

In order to provide the best NHS lift engineering services have to adopt the best in class technology. We have been working with a company that provides mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic services to the NHS, care homes, as well as other critical services. The added pressure of limited access, as well as new levels of certification, were all taken in their stride by utilising the functionality that is available from ServiceM8. If you carry out NHS lift engineering services or any other facil...
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Engineering Service Companies – Who We Work With?

Posted on April 24, 2020 by Russell

A question that we get asked 'engineering service companies - who do you work with?', quite often - on the face of it, is not a simple question to answer! Like any company we could reel off clients and try to impress, however, although our clients are typically providing engineering services nationally in the UK, to homes and businesses (small and large) - they are not household names! A better way, we feel, to answer this question is to explain the type of companies we work with - and more sp...
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