Automate Your Auto Parts Counter with AI Document Processing
Stop losing sales to long wait times. Our AI extracts data from vendor invoices and lookup requests to automate your Epicor and WHI Solutions workflows.
Auto parts stores face an immense volume of manual data entry, often processing over 100 lookup calls and 50+ commercial invoices every single day. Counter staff are frequently bogged down cross-referencing WHI Solutions or WorldPac catalogs with physical inventory sheets, leading to customer friction and lost sales during peak hours. Beyond simple sales, the complexity of tracking core returns for EPA compliance adds a significant administrative burden that often leads to lost credits and regulatory risk.
Read Laboratories provides a specialized AI layer that sits between your incoming documents and your POS system. By automating the extraction of part numbers, quantities, and core values from packing slips and commercial orders, we allow your staff to focus on customer service rather than data entry. Our systems integrate directly with industry-standard tools like Epicor and PartsTech to ensure your inventory and pricing are always accurate in real-time.
Problems We Solve
Counter Bottlenecks
Eliminate long wait times by automating manual price quotes and availability checks that currently take 5-10 minutes per customer.
Core Return Leakage
Stop losing thousands in manufacturer credits by using AI to automatically flag, track, and remind staff about pending core returns.
Vendor Invoice Discrepancies
Automatically reconcile incoming vendor packing slips from WorldPac or local distributors against your purchase orders to catch overcharges instantly.
Regulatory Non-Compliance
Ensure every hazmat shipment and core disposal is documented according to EPA and state environmental regulations without manual paperwork.
What You Get
Automated Invoice Ingestion
Instantly scan and upload vendor invoices directly into Epicor, PartsTech, or PartsLogic using high-accuracy OCR.
Core Return Tracking
AI identifies core-eligible parts on sales receipts and schedules automated reminders for commercial accounts to return the old units.
Cross-Platform Catalog Sync
Seamlessly move data between external vendor catalogs and your internal POS system without manual re-typing.
Compliance Manifest Generation
Automated filing of EPA-required core disposal documentation and hazmat shipping manifests based on processed invoices.
What It Costs
Setup
$3,000 - $6,000
Monthly
$400 - $800
ROI Example
By automating 100+ daily lookups, a single location saves 15+ hours of labor per week, recovering the monthly cost in under 10 days while increasing commercial order volume.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this work with Epicor or WHI Solutions?
Yes, our AI integrates with most major POS and catalog systems via API or secure RPA to ensure your data stays synced across all platforms.
How does the system handle core returns?
The system flags every core charge at the point of sale and tracks the return status, alerting your team if a core isn't returned within your specified window.
Can it read handwritten commercial orders?
Our advanced OCR is trained on automotive industry handwriting and can read most shop-written orders, converting them into digital quotes for your approval.
How do you handle EPA and state compliance?
The AI automatically categorizes hazardous materials and ensures all core return documentation meets both federal EPA and specific state environmental regulations.
Is it difficult to train my counter staff?
No. We design the interface to work alongside your existing tools, requiring minimal change to your current counter workflow or software habits.
Reclaim 3 Hours of Counter Time Every Day
Book a free consultation today to see how Read Laboratories can automate your parts store operations.
Serving Auto Parts Stores businesses nationwide. Based in Westlake Village, CA.