Who are Onyx Repair Innovations?
Onyx Repair Innovations is an automotive software company based in Halifax, England. We provide auto bodyshops and repair businesses with next-generation business management systems (BMS), tailored to their unique specifications and requirements.
Our business, Onyx Repair Innovations Limited, was founded and registered in 2024 by a team of repair industry and software development experts, with backgrounds in the bodyshop industry. We’re here to make bodyshop management easier, helping repair businesses achieve their commercial goals, and keep track of exactly what’s happening across all their locations.
What is the Onyx Bodyshop System?
At Onyx BMS, our vision is to be “The Bodyshop Management System of Choice, Delivering Automation and Best-Practice in a Fully-Connected Ecosystem, for All Repairers”.
Onyx was developed to make life easier for bodyshop managers and their teams – delivering automation, efficiency, and insight right across their repair process – and helping their bodyshops achieve higher customer satisfaction & profitability.
The Onyx BMS system contains a range of intuitive features and automations, including multi-site job management, real-time task tracking, integrated parts procurement, courtesy fleet management, simplified invoicing, and even a cross-device instant messenger!
With Onyx BMS at your fingertips, your business can achieve a fast, effective, and fully-auditable repair process – in-line with the very best bodyshops and repair businesses in the UK.
Who is Onyx BMS for?
Onyx BMS is designed for auto bodyshops and repair centres, specialising in cosmetic repairs and restoration – it’s built to consider the unique requirements, complexities, and industry standards of auto-body repairers.
It’s built to be used by everyone in your workshop – from your office staff to your technicians on the shop floor – across all devices, giving them the tools and efficiencies they need to complete their job to an exemplary standard.
Is Onyx BMS available on mobile?
The Onyx Bodyshop Management System is fully optimised & tailored for use on mobile and tablet devices, making it easy to get what you need from the BMS wherever you’re working, and whatever you’re working on. It also comes with a dedicated application for your technicians, allowing them to manage tasks, upload images, and communicate from the workshop floor.
Onyx BMS App
Onyx even comes with three dedicated mobile apps, available on the app store and Google Play:
These apps are integrated directly with the bodyshop system, making it easy for everyone in your workshop to interact seamlessly with the features they need most.
How can I get Onyx BMS for my bodyshop?
At Onyx, we pride ourselves in delivering truly tailored solutions, that fit the preferences and complexities of your business ‘like a glove’. Our team can work quickly to spec out the system to your unique requirements, and will visit your site for quick, effective setup & training, and comprehensive implementation.
If you want Onyx BMS for your bodyshop, all you have to do is book a demo with our friendly implementation team, and we’ll discuss your exact requirement, show you all the benefits and features, and get your transition to Onyx in motion!
Bodyshop System FAQs
What is a bodyshop management system?
A bodyshop management system is an end-to-end software solution designed to help auto bodyshops & repair centres manage, track, and streamline their core operational processes. Most bodyshop systems have features to manage all key points of the vehicle repair/refurbishment process – like job management, task scheduling, financial reporting, and invoicing. This helps bodyshops to achieve more consistent and auditable repair processes, maximising efficiency and profitability.
How does the Onyx bodyshop system benefit repairers?
The Onyx Bodyshop Management System is designed to enhance efficiency at every stage of the vehicle repair process – helping repairers tackle some of their most common pain points, reduce administrative workload, and ensure every repair is tracked in detail.
Onyx provides real-time task tracking & productivity dashboards, customisable business data insights, integrated parts ordering, and seamless integration with assessment tools like Audatex and GT Motive. This allows for detailed and accurate tracking of repairs, improved parts management, and better overall operational oversight.
Can Onyx BMS manage multiple bodyshop locations?
Yes, Onyx BMS is designed to handle all the complexities of multi-site operations. It enables even the largest auto body repair groups to achieve centralised management of job bookings, parts orders, and courtesy vehicles across all your locations. The system provides a unified, malleable view of performance metrics, allowing managers to monitor and optimise operations at each site efficiently.
How does Onyx BMS simplify parts procurement?
The Onyx parts procurement dashboard allows you to manage parts orders & your own inventory from directly within the BMS. Users can order parts directly from the dashboard, which connects with a wide range of suppliers for new, aftermarket, and green parts. Onyx even provides real-time updates on stock levels, availability, and discounts – ensuring you’re always able to find the best option for cost and efficiency.
What features does Onyx BMS offer for job management?
Onyx BMS includes a comprehensive job management dashboard that allows bodyshop managers to view, accept, and schedule repair jobs seamlessly. It’s developed to Common Automotive Platform Standard (CAPS), allowing your work providers to send jobs directly into the BMS, and enabling you to review and amend them easily.
How does Onyx BMS enhance communication within the bodyshop?
Onyx BMS features a fully-integrated live chat, which facilitates instant communication among your team members across all devices. This ensures that technicians, managers, and other staff can stay informed about job updates and requests in real time, improving coordination and reducing reliance on external communication tools. All messages reference the unique job number in question, meaning everyone’s always aware of what’s needed, on which job, and when.
Is Onyx BMS cloud-based?
Yes, Onyx BMS is a cloud-based solution, which means it requires no on-site installations or additional IT infrastructure. This makes it easy to implement and scale, with support and updates handled by the Onyx team. The cloud-based architecture ensures accessibility from anywhere, providing flexibility and convenience for bodyshop managers and operations teams.
What is the Kanban board feature in Onyx BMS?
The Onyx bodyshop Kanban board offers a visualised breakdown for all jobs currently within your repair process. It can be displayed on individual devices, or big screens on the shop floor, providing a live view of each job’s status – automatically updated when technicians mark key tasks as complete. This feature helps technicians and managers track job progress and allocate resources efficiently.
Can I manage courtesy vehicles in the Onyx bodyshop system?
Onyx BMS includes a comprehensive courtesy vehicle management dashboard, which displays the live status and details of all you’re courtesy vehicles, including upcoming bookings, any scheduled service/maintenance, and who’s responsible for delivery/return. It allows for easy scheduling and allocation of courtesy vehicles across your entire fleet, and all locations your repair business operates – all from one user-friendly dashboard.