Automotive Software Solutions

Software Development for Automotive Businesses

We build custom software that transforms how automotive workshops and service centres operate. From workshop management systems and appointment booking platforms to parts inventory tracking and customer mobile apps, we help automotive businesses in Singapore streamline operations, improve customer experience, and grow revenue.

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100+

Projects delivered

Years in business

Web + App

Full-stack delivery

EDG

Grant eligible projects

The Problem

Challenges Automotive Businesses Face Without the Right Software

Many car workshops and automotive service centres in Singapore still rely on manual scheduling, paper job cards, and disconnected tools. These operational gaps lead to lost revenue, frustrated customers, and staff burnout.

Manual Scheduling Chaos

Appointment bookings managed through phone calls, WhatsApp messages, and paper calendars. Double bookings happen regularly, no-shows go untracked, and workshop bays sit empty because there is no visibility into the schedule.

Scattered Customer Records

Customer details, vehicle history, past invoices, and service notes scattered across spreadsheets, paper files, and different staff members' memories. When a repeat customer calls, nobody can quickly pull up their full history.

Inventory Chaos

Parts and consumables tracked informally or not at all. Workshop managers discover stock shortages only when a technician needs the part mid-job, causing delays, emergency orders, and unhappy customers waiting longer than promised.

No Digital Presence

Customers cannot book appointments online, check service status, or view their vehicle history digitally. The workshop loses bookings to competitors who offer convenient digital experiences and 24/7 online scheduling.

What We Build

Automotive Software Solutions We Deliver

Purpose-built software for car workshops, service centres, and automotive businesses. Every solution is designed around the specific workflows of the automotive industry and tailored to how your business operates.

Workshop Management Systems

Comprehensive platform for managing daily workshop operations. Bay scheduling, technician assignment, job progress tracking, and real-time workshop floor visibility so managers always know the status of every vehicle in the shop.

Bay and technician scheduling
Real-time job progress tracking
Workshop floor dashboard
Service history management

Appointment Booking Platform

Online booking system that lets customers schedule service appointments 24/7 from any device. Automated confirmations, reminders, and follow-ups reduce no-shows and keep workshop bays optimally utilised.

24/7 online self-service booking
Automated SMS and email reminders
Calendar sync with workshop schedule
No-show tracking and management

Job Card Management

Digital job cards that track every service from check-in to completion. Technicians update progress in real time, add notes and photos, log parts used, and record labour hours. Managers approve work and customers see transparent breakdowns.

Digital job card creation
Technician progress updates
Photo documentation
Parts and labour tracking

Parts Inventory System

Track every part and consumable across your workshop or multiple locations. Automatic low-stock alerts, supplier management, purchase order generation, and cost tracking ensure you never run out of critical parts mid-job.

Real-time stock levels
Low-stock automated alerts
Supplier and purchase management
Cost and margin tracking

Customer Mobile App

Branded mobile app for your customers to book appointments, track service progress, view vehicle history, receive maintenance reminders, and make payments. A digital experience that builds loyalty and drives repeat business.

In-app appointment booking
Live service status tracking
Vehicle service history
Push notification reminders

Digital Marketing Integration

Built-in tools for customer engagement and retention. Automated service reminders based on mileage or time intervals, promotional campaigns, referral programmes, and review collection to grow your workshop business.

Automated service reminders
Promotional campaign management
Customer referral tracking
Review and feedback collection

Case Study

QAS Auto: Appointment Booking and Customer Mobile App

QAS Auto needed a way for customers to book service appointments online and track their vehicle service history digitally. Their phone-based booking process was creating missed appointments, double bookings, and a poor customer experience that did not match the quality of their workshop services.

We built a complete appointment booking system with an integrated customer mobile app. Customers can now book appointments 24/7, receive automated reminders, track service progress in real time, and view their complete vehicle history. The workshop gained operational visibility and a significant reduction in no-shows.

Online appointment booking with automated confirmations
Customer mobile app for iOS and Android
Real-time service progress tracking for customers
Vehicle service history and maintenance reminders
Workshop dashboard for managing bookings and capacity

QAS Auto

Appointment booking system and customer mobile app

24/7

Online booking availability for customers

iOS + Android

Cross-platform customer mobile app

React Native

Built with Next.js and React Native

AutoInc

CMS, website, and customer mobile app

CMS

Custom content management for services and promotions

Website

Modern, SEO-optimised web presence

Mobile App

Customer-facing app for booking and engagement

Case Study

AutoInc: Complete Digital Transformation

AutoInc came to us needing a complete digital overhaul. They had no online presence, no way for customers to engage digitally, and their service information was only available by phone or walk-in. They needed a modern website, a content management system, and a customer mobile app to compete effectively in the Singapore automotive market.

We delivered a comprehensive digital platform including a custom CMS for managing services, promotions, and content, a modern SEO-optimised website that drives organic traffic, and a customer mobile app that allows booking, service tracking, and direct communication with the workshop. AutoInc now has a complete digital presence that drives new customer acquisition and improves retention.

Custom CMS for managing services, pricing, and promotions
Modern, mobile-responsive website with SEO optimisation
Customer mobile app with booking and engagement features
Integrated content and promotion management
Built with Next.js, React Native, and headless CMS

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Platform Features

Built for How Automotive Businesses Actually Operate

Every feature is designed around real workshop workflows. We build platforms that your service advisors, technicians, managers, and customers will actually use every day.

Business Analytics Dashboard

Track revenue, job completion rates, technician productivity, popular services, and customer retention. Data-driven insights to make better business decisions.

Invoicing and Payments

Generate professional invoices from job cards automatically. Accept online payments, track outstanding balances, and integrate with your accounting software.

Customer CRM

Complete customer profiles with vehicle details, service history, communication logs, and preferences. Every staff member has the context they need for personalised service.

Role-Based Access

Different views and permissions for workshop managers, service advisors, technicians, cashiers, and customers. Sensitive data is protected, and everyone sees what they need.

Multi-Location Management

Manage multiple workshop branches from a single platform. Centralised reporting with location-specific scheduling, inventory, and staffing controls.

Automated Reminders

Service due reminders based on mileage or time intervals, appointment confirmations, job completion notifications, and follow-up messages sent automatically.

Digital Vehicle Inspection

Standardised inspection checklists with photo documentation. Technicians record findings digitally, and customers receive clear reports with recommended actions.

Configurable Service Menu

Define your service packages, pricing, estimated durations, and required parts. Standardise quoting and ensure consistent pricing across staff and locations.

Why Custom Software

Why Automotive Businesses Choose Custom Over Generic Tools

Generic workshop management software often falls short because it is designed for a broad market rather than your specific operations. Custom software adapts to your business instead of forcing you to change how you work.

Match Your Workshop Workflow

Every automotive business has unique processes for check-in, diagnosis, approval, and handover. Custom software mirrors your actual workflow instead of forcing generic steps that do not fit.

Brand Your Customer Experience

A branded mobile app and booking portal give your customers a premium digital experience that reflects the quality of your workshop. Generic tools put another company's brand in front of your customers.

Integrate Your Existing Systems

Connect directly with your accounting software, POS system, parts suppliers, and marketing tools. Eliminate manual data entry between disconnected systems that waste staff time.

Grow Without Scaling Costs

Off-the-shelf tools charge per user or per location as you scale. Custom software gives you unlimited users and locations without escalating subscription costs cutting into your margins.

Why SleekDigital

A Development Partner That Understands Automotive

We have built software for multiple automotive businesses in Singapore, from independent workshops to multi-location service centres. We understand the operational realities and customer expectations of the automotive industry.

Proven Automotive Experience

We have delivered workshop management systems, booking platforms, and customer apps for automotive businesses like QAS Auto and AutoInc. We understand how workshops operate.

Full-Stack Development

Web platforms, mobile apps, CMS, backend APIs, and database architecture handled by one team. No need to coordinate multiple vendors for your automotive software.

Mobile App Expertise

We build cross-platform mobile apps with React Native that work on both iOS and Android. Customer apps, technician apps, and manager apps all from the same codebase.

Singapore-Based Team

Local team with direct communication and deep understanding of the Singapore automotive market, customer expectations, and business requirements.

EDG Grant Support

As an IMDA pre-approved vendor, we help Singapore automotive SMEs structure projects to qualify for up to 50% EDG funding, making digital transformation more affordable.

Post-Launch Support

Ongoing maintenance, feature development, and technical support after launch. Your platform evolves as your business grows and customer expectations change.

FAQ

Automotive Software Development Questions

Common questions from automotive businesses exploring custom software development. If your question is not covered here, reach out for a free consultation.

How much does it cost to build a car workshop management system?

Custom workshop management systems in Singapore typically range from S$40,000 to S$180,000, depending on the scope. A core system covering appointment booking, job card management, and basic CRM starts around S$40,000 to S$70,000. A full-featured platform with customer mobile app, parts inventory, multi-location support, and digital marketing tools can range from S$80,000 to S$180,000. As an IMDA pre-approved vendor, SleekDigital can help you explore EDG grant eligibility, which may cover up to 50% of the project cost for qualifying Singapore SMEs.

Can the system manage multiple workshop locations?

Yes, multi-location management is a feature we build into many automotive software projects. The platform provides centralised reporting and analytics across all your branches, while allowing location-specific control over scheduling, inventory, staffing, and pricing. Workshop managers at each branch see their own operations, while owners and directors get a consolidated view across the entire business.

How does parts inventory tracking work?

The inventory module tracks every part and consumable in real time across all your locations. When a technician logs parts used on a job card, stock levels update automatically. The system triggers low-stock alerts when items fall below configurable thresholds, generates purchase orders for suppliers, and tracks costs and margins on every part. Barcode scanning is supported for fast stocktaking and receiving. For businesses with multiple locations, inter-branch stock transfers are also managed through the system.

Do you build customer-facing mobile apps for workshops?

Yes, customer mobile apps are one of our core offerings for automotive clients. We build branded iOS and Android apps using React Native that let your customers book service appointments, track real-time job progress, view their complete vehicle service history, receive maintenance reminders, make online payments, and communicate with your workshop. The app integrates directly with your workshop management system so data flows seamlessly between customers and your team.

Can the software integrate with our existing accounting and POS systems?

Yes, integration with existing systems is a standard part of our automotive software projects. We have experience integrating with accounting platforms like Xero and QuickBooks, POS systems, payment gateways, and third-party parts catalogues. We build well-documented REST APIs that allow your workshop platform to exchange data bidirectionally with any system that supports standard web APIs. This eliminates double data entry and keeps your financial records in sync.

How long does it take to develop a workshop management system?

Most automotive software projects take between 10 to 18 weeks from kickoff to launch. A focused MVP with appointment booking, job card management, and customer portal can be delivered in 10 to 12 weeks. A comprehensive platform with inventory management, customer mobile app, multi-location support, and digital marketing features typically requires 14 to 18 weeks. We use an agile approach with biweekly sprint demos so you see progress throughout and can adjust priorities based on business needs.

Ready to Digitise Your Workshop Operations?

Whether you need a workshop management system, a customer booking app, or a complete digital platform, we will help you scope the project, estimate costs, and explore grant eligibility. Start with a free consultation.

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