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The Future Is Now: How ROME + Tractable AI Are Reshaping Collision Repair
The Collision Industry Is Accelerating—and AI Is at the Wheel In a rapidly evolving collision repair industry, a powerful transformation is underway—driven by artificial intelligence. ROME Collision Management Software, now a reseller of Tractable AI, is bringing...
ADAS Calibration Best Practices: What Every Body Shop and Collision Center Should Know in 2025
Whether you're an independent body shop or a dealership collision center, there's one thing you can't afford to overlook in 2025: ADAS calibrations. With modern vehicles increasingly equipped with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), accurate calibration is...
Boosting Fixed Ops Revenue in 2025: Why Collision Efficiency is Your Hidden Profit Center
With rising insurance premiums and a 25% tariff on imported parts, dealership collision centers are under pressure to perform. Discover how ROME Classic helps fixed ops managers streamline operations, protect CSI scores, and drive serious revenue growth.
How Rising Auto Tariffs Are Driving Up Repair Costs — What It Means for Your Body Shop
Discover how 2025’s 25% auto part tariffs are impacting collision repair shops—from rising costs to insurance delays. Learn how ROME Collision Management Software helps independent body shops stay efficient and profitable.
The collision repair industry is rapidly evolving, and in 2025, success hinges on delivering an exceptional customer experience. With claim volumes declining, repair shops must embrace technology, streamline communication, and invest in training to stay competitive. AI-powered tools are enhancing efficiency, mobile apps are improving transparency, and customer retention strategies are becoming essential. Shops that prioritize customer trust, leverage innovation, and adapt to modern vehicle complexities will lead the industry forward. As James Rome highlighted in a recent interview, the future of collision repair is about reimagining the customer journey and staying ahead of industry shifts.
The Declining State of Direct Repair Programs in the Insurance Industry
Direct Repair Programs (DRPs) have long been a cornerstone of the insurance and auto repair industry, serving as a bridge between insurance companies and auto repair shops. These programs were designed to streamline the repair process, offering benefits such as...
James Rome
James Rome is the president of ROME Collision Center Management Systems, software designed to improve collision shop profitability and productivity. He is also the host of Collision Pulse Podcast that focuses on sharing collision shop best practices and profitability tips. For over 20 years James has been helping collision shops grow through education, consulting and services.
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