Techcards let you precisely track gel polish and disposable 100/180 files usage during every service, ensuring transparent cost control for hardware manicure and nail design without material waste.
Starta.one is an AI CRM for service businesses. It combines online booking, client management, finance, team scheduling, and marketing into a single system — configured and operated by AI. Over 1,000 businesses use Starta. Manicure and pedicure plus product techcards — that’s where Starta shines: AI already knows your industry’s specifics and adapts the system to your workflows.
When a tech with a 2/2 schedule does a complex nail extension or french, every drop of primer and base strengthening counts. Techcards automatically deduct consumables based on the chosen service, even for quick nail repairs between main bookings. You see the real margin of each workstation without distracting the admin with constant bottle inventory. This lets you plan purchases of shimmer decor or new bases accurately, avoiding shortages during peak hours before weekends.
No-shows in the nail industry run 15-20%. Each missed appointment is 2-3 hours of wasted technician time and lost revenue that can't be recovered.
Polishes, gels, tips, drill bits — dozens of items. Without systematic tracking, you don't know the true cost per service or when to reorder.
In the nail industry, busy schedules often mean the salon’s real profit stays minimal. This happens due to chaotic tracking of consumables. For example, during a hardware manicure with coating, the tech uses not only gel polish but also files, degreasers, wipes, and disinfectants. Without clear techcards, these small items aren’t factored into costs, leading to margin erosion and financial loss.
When detailed recipes for each service are implemented, you see the true cost of base strengthening or a complex french. This helps the owner fairly evaluate each tech’s work and set accurate pricing. Techcards remove the human factor where techs might overuse expensive materials or forget to log usage in paper journals. Every drop of base and craft pack becomes part of a transparent report.
This tracking is especially critical for complex procedures like nail extensions or spa pedicures, where ingredient amounts are much higher. Automated write-offs let you see stock levels in real time. This prevents situations where a popular shade or remover runs out during a busy day. The owner gains full control over purchases, avoiding frozen funds in excess stock or costly downtime from shortages.
Three day-to-day moments where the difference is obvious.
No-shows in the nail industry run 15-20%. Each missed appointment is 2-3 hours of wasted technician time and lost revenue that can't be recovered.
The system deducts the exact amount of base, color, and top at every procedure so you see real bottle stock.
Product Manufacturing Tech Cards takes over the part of running a nail salon that quietly eats 1-2 hours a day — no spreadsheets, no chasing replies, no fatigue mistakes.
The system deducts the exact amount of base, color, and top at every procedure so you see real bottle stock.
Track every detail from lint-free wipes to decor to understand true margin on each client record.
The software automatically accounts for drill bit amortization and antiseptic use, preventing unexpected material shortages.
Easily adjust gel volumes based on client nail length for precise financial tracking.
Add craft packs and indicators to techcards to see full prep costs before each visit.
The tech or admin specifies the amount of base, gel polish, files, and antiseptic needed for a standard hardware manicure.
When a client pays for nail extensions or french, materials are instantly deducted from stock without manual recount.
The owner reviews cost reports per station and gets alerts when Kodi coating stock hits critical lows.
Clients book themselves 24/7 — choosing technician, service, and time
All technicians' schedules in one place — see availability at a glance
Auto-reminders 24 and 2 hours before — minus 70% no-shows
Supply tracking: cost per service and low-stock alerts
Payroll calculated automatically — commission, base rate, bonuses
P&L report: profit per technician including supply costs
Loyalty cards bring clients back for regular fills
Client card: favorite designs, allergies, treatment history
AI will analyze your business in 5 minutes and show how product techcards help control costs and optimize pricing.
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Yes. Starta adapts to the specifics of your industry — from services and pricing to payroll and analytics. The AI takes nail salon workflows into account and helps you get the most out of product manufacturing tech cards.
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Yes. When you record a production batch, raw materials are deducted and finished products are added to inventory — both happen automatically.
Yes. The tech card calculates material costs based on ingredient quantities and their current prices. You always know the true cost of production.
You can create several techcard versions for nail extensions based on length (S, M, L). When booking, the tech selects the right category, and the correct amount of gel and files is deducted automatically.
Yes, you can include a conditional wear unit for tools in the hardware manicure recipe. This helps accumulate funds for equipment upgrades and timely drill bit replacements based on their actual usage.