The closure of Smart Sailors, a well-known platform for sailing professionals, marks the end of an era for many users. Smart Sailors won many users over with its innovative approach to fleet management, simplifying the day-to-day lives of boat owners and managers. If you were one of its users, you're probably wondering: what alternative should you adopt to continue managing your fleet effectively? The answer could well be BoatOn, a solution that offers everything Smart Sailors did... and much more.
In this article, we'll explore the reasons for the closure of Smart Sailors, its key features, and why BoatOn is the obvious choice to replace this platform.
What did Smart Sailors have to offer?
Smart Sailors had positioned itself as a major player in the digitalisation of maritime fleet management. The main aim of the platform was to simplify the day-to-day management of boats, whether a small private fleet or a large-scale commercial fleet. Here's an overview of the main features that won over users:
Centralised fleet management: a dashboard for tracking maintenance, inventory and logistics data for each vessel.
Maintenance alerts: to keep you informed of maintenance requirements, minimising the risk of breakdowns.
Team information sharing: a collaborative tool to ensure smooth communication between managers, crews and external stakeholders.
Multi-platform accessibility: the ability to access data on both PC and mobile, ideal for users who are often on the move.
These features have transformed Smart Sailors into an invaluable ally for optimising nautical operations, reducing costs and guaranteeing boat safety.
Why is Smart Sailors closing?
Although the precise reasons for the closure have not been made public, several factors may explain the demise of Smart Sailors:
Increased competition: The marine fleet management market is growing rapidly, attracting new players capable of innovating and responding to increasingly complex needs.
Technical limitations: Some users had noted shortcomings in terms of ergonomics and functionality, making the platform less competitive with more recent solutions.
Business model: In such a demanding sector, maintaining a high-performance, profitable platform can become a major challenge.
Whatever the reason, the closure of Smart Sailors leaves a void for its users, but also an opportunity to discover better performing alternatives.
Why choose BoatOn as an alternative?
BoatOn is positioned as a natural alternative to Smart Sailors, taking the solid foundations of fleet management and considerably improving them. Here's why BoatOn is the ideal solution to replace Smart Sailors:
A more ergonomic interface
One of the criticisms often levelled at Smart Sailors was that its interface was sometimes difficult to use. BoatOn has focused on ergonomics, with an intuitive, modern interface that adapts to all types of user. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a novice manager, you'll quickly find your bearings.
Simplified navigation: clear menus and rapid access to essential functions.
Customisation: options for adapting the display to your specific needs.
Optimised mobile accessibility: BoatOn offers a mobile application designed for fluid use, even at sea.
Enhanced functionality
BoatOn doesn't just reproduce what Smart Sailors did: it goes further with advanced and innovative tools. Here are just a few of the features that make the difference:
Intelligent document tracking: a centralised document manager to store and share contracts, certificates and maintenance history.
Automated maintenance planning: BoatOn generates accurate schedules to anticipate maintenance needs, avoiding unexpected expenses.
Advanced crew management: assign roles, track availability and ensure optimum coordination between your team members.
Detailed reports: customised analyses to monitor your fleet's performance and identify areas for improvement.
Exceptional customer support
Unlike Smart Sailors, whose support could sometimes leave something to be desired, BoatOn offers responsive and personalised assistance. Our team is on hand to help you migrate your data and answer any questions you may have.
A constantly evolving solution
BoatOn is committed to staying at the forefront of user needs by regularly enhancing its functionalities. By listening carefully to customer feedback, the platform continues to evolve to offer even more effective tools.
How do I migrate to BoatOn?
If you were a Smart Sailors user, the transition to BoatOn is quick and easy. The BoatOn team has set up specific resources to support you in this migration. You can find all the information you need on the dedicated page: BoatOn vs Smart Sailors.
Conclusion: the future of boat management is with BoatOn
The closure of Smart Sailors marks a turning point in the world of boat management. Fortunately, alternatives such as BoatOn allow you to continue your activities with complete peace of mind. With its intuitive interface, enhanced functionalities and impeccable customer support, BoatOn is a must-have solution for sailing professionals.
Don't let the closure of Smart Sailors disrupt your operations: opt for a solution that combines innovation, simplicity and efficiency. Visit BoatOn today to find out how you can optimise your fleet management and take the digitalisation of your maritime activities even further.