Automotive Invoicing Software for Repair Shops
Quotes, orders, invoices, and credit memos—created in seconds and in full compliance with legal requirements. The CATAMA invoicing program seamlessly integrates labor rates, parts, and flat rates from order acceptance through to the paid invoice.
GoBD-compliant · DATEV export · Hosted in a German data center
From the estimate to the paid invoice
The invoicing program covers your repair shop's entire document workflow—without the need for duplicate data entry.
Offers & Estimates
Create estimates with labor rates, parts, and flat rates in just a few clicks.
- Cost Estimation Using AW Rates and Part Prices
- Delivery via email with online confirmation
- Convert to an order or invoice with a single click
Orders & Work Values
Convert quotes into workshop orders and record the work performed.
- Labor rates, parts, and flat fees per order
- Status Tracking Through to Completion
- Order confirmations generated automatically
Invoices & Credit Memos
The order is converted into an invoice—legally compliant and containing all required information.
- Invoicing, Cancellations, and Credit Memos in a Single Workflow
- Differential Taxation Under Section 25a of the German Value-Added Tax Act (UStG)
- Send as a PDF directly via email
Document Entry with Items & Packages
Access item, package, and work value management for quick item entry.
- Item, Package, and AW Master Data
- Add items by search or barcode
- Recurring Services as a Package
Cash Book & Payments
Track cash payments and keep track of your income and expenses.
- Integrated Cash Book for the Workshop
- Payments Assigned to Invoices
- Cash, debit card, and bank transfer payments
Open Items & Billing and Collections
See outstanding invoices at a glance and send reminders for payments due.
- Open Item Summary in the Dashboard
- Payment Reminders by Email
- DATEV Export for Tax Advisors
A document that grows with you—without having to enter data twice
The quote becomes the order, and the order becomes the invoice. All line items, labor rates, and customer data are automatically carried over—which saves time and prevents errors.
- Quote → Order → Invoice → Credit Memo
- Customer, vehicle, and location data imported
- Each document level is created with a single click
GoBD-compliant, DATEV-ready
CATAMA generates invoices that include all legally required information and exports your documents to the accounting department in an audit-compliant format.
- All required information and sequential numbering
- Differential Taxation for the Automotive Retail Industry
- DATEV Data Export at the Click of a Button
Writing Invoices That Are Just Right
Frequently Asked Questions About the Invoicing Software
Are the invoices GoBD-compliant?
Yes. CATAMA generates invoices that include all required information, sequential numbering, and audit-proof storage.
Can I bill for work performed?
Yes, labor rates (AW), parts, and flat rates are calculated and automatically included in the order and invoice.
Does CATAMA support differential taxation?
Yes, invoices can be issued in accordance with Section 25a of the German Value-Added Tax Act (UStG) (differential taxation)—ideal for the automotive trade.
Can I send invoices by email?
Yes, you can send quotes and invoices as PDFs directly from CATAMA—quotes even come with online confirmation.
Is there a DATEV export option?
Yes, you can send your receipts to the accounting department or your tax advisor via DATEV export.
Do I need the full version of the workshop software?
The invoicing program is part of the CATAMA workshop software —which includes a scheduling tool and tire manager.
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Get Paid Faster
Try the CATAMA invoicing program free for 5 days—with no obligation and no installation required.