Think Hard Before Starting The Recurring Billing Process

When choosing a field service management software, comparing the different payment options available can make a critical difference in selecting one that best fits your company. Consider the affordability, value, and scalability of different payment models when making your decision.

Closing the Deal: Handling Customers Who Want To Haggle

“Well, I am interested, but that price seems high. Can you give me a better deal?”

Anyone who has sales experience in the HVAC industry has almost certainly heard these words (or others like them) while negotiating with a potential customer.

Field Service Metrics and KPI for Measuring Success

In any industry, key metrics help define the pathway to success, providing a snapshot of the success of your business. With many indicators to monitor, you must keep track of crucial figures, especially those based on customer satisfaction. In the field service industry, it’s also prudent to know how well your techs perform when out at remote job sites. Because you cannot possibly watch and observe technicians all the time, you must monitor the metrics that speak to their effort. Monitoring the right numbers closely will ensure your customers remain happy and that work occurs with the proper diligence. Not sure where to start or what numbers will give you the best information? Read on to learn more about five crucial metrics relevant to any field service company.

Grow Your Field Service Company’s Revenue With These Simple Steps

In business, there’s always room for growth. Your field service company makes no exception. Seemingly small adjustments to your work approach can have a significant impact on your bottom line. If you hope to grow your field service company’s revenue this year, consider the following tips and strategies.

Better Advertise Your Field Service Company With Email Marketing

Field service businesses are always looking for new and innovative strategies to better market themselves. Your business may have tried direct mailers, advertising in a local newspaper, buying ad space in coupon magazines, creating radio ads, and other traditional forms of advertising to attract new customers. While many of these marketing channels can work effectively, sometimes each can consume a lot of time and effort—especially for a field service business.

The Dangers of Relying on the Cloud

We all love the cloud, but over reliance can be a recipe for disaster.

Field Sales Pros, Get Organized!

Field sales is a tough racket. With all the travel, appointments, forms, and presentation materials, keeping things organized can sometimes feel like a lost cause.

Perks of Going Mobile

In 2015, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by technology. With smart phones, tablets, laptops, and more all vying for your attention, it’s hard to determine what move your company should make. Should you embrace the efficiency and speed of new technology or stick with an old-fashioned, offline approach? It’s a tough question. Luckily, your friends at My Service Depot are here to help. We’ve prepared a handy infographic to help you draw your own conclusion. Is going mobile the right move for your service business? Take a look at what the numbers say!