Pricing and Markups
Configure parts markups, labor rates, and pricing matrices.
Parts markup matrices explained
Understand how a parts markup matrix works in Pista so cheap parts make real margin and expensive parts stay competitive.
Multiplier vs gross profit vs markup percent
Learn the difference between markup percent, gross profit margin, and a cost multiplier so your pricing math is never off.
Flat-rate parts markup
Apply one simple markup to every part in Pista, and know when a flat rate helps you and when it quietly costs you.
Auto-applying matrices by part type
Assign different markup matrices to tires, fluids, shop supplies, and regular parts so each category prices on its own rules automatically.
The labor markup matrix by hours
Use a labor matrix to charge a higher effective rate on short jobs and a competitive rate on long jobs, automatically by hours.
Labor guide markup
Adjust MOTOR book labor times up or down with a labor guide markup so billed hours match how your shop actually works.
Setting your base labor rate
Set the door rate every labor job prices from in Pista, including separate rates by store, service type, or skill.
Overriding price on a single line
Manually override the price on one part or labor line without changing your shop-wide matrices, and keep your margins visible while you do it.