Memo

Labor costs of an auto repair mechanic are seldom based on actual hours worked. Instead, the labor cost is based on an industry average of time estimated to do a repair job. This means a customer can pay, for example, $120 for two hours of work on a care when the actual time worked was only one hour.Many experienced mechanics can complete repair jobs faster than the industry average. Assume that you are asked to complete such a survey for a repair center. The survey calls for objective input, and many questions require detailed cost data and analysis. The mechanics and owners know you have the survey and encourage you to complete it in a way that increase the average billable hours for repair work.

one-page memorandum to the mechanics and owners that describes the direct labor analysis you will undertake in completing this survey.

To: Mechanics and owners

From: Survivor

Based on the survey I found that the average estimated time was under two hours and the price to be competitive in the market. Most jobs take under two hours to finish and profit is likely based on these facts.

Does the first paragraph make since or do I need to take another route to be more professional.