CrewBoard

YachtCloud, technology and media-hosting specialists for the yacht and superyacht industries, has launched a free to download app called CrewBoard, a digital record system for crew to sign in and out of their yacht replacing the traditional whiteboard.

The app has an attractive and intuitive interface, making it easy to keep track of crewmembers, subcontractors and day workers. Profile photos can be uploaded or taken via the in-built camera.

The CrewBoard app can be used on a mobile device or nominated tablet device at a fixed location so crewmembers can sign in or out with a simple swipe.

Key features of the CrewBoard app:

• 5 Users

• Complete user profiles

• Image with each user profile

• Swipe function

• Intuitive management 

• Works on iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad

• Option to add additional in-app features

• Compatible with CrewBoard server

• Ideal for smaller vessels

• Ideal introductory/test solution for larger vessels requiring extended functionality
  
  

Additional features:

• In-app purchases available - increased number of users and location specific information

• Local contact details for authorities, medical, yacht services and other facilities 
  
  

Synchronization with other devices:

The CrewBoard app works as a stand alone solution on one device or it can be used across multiple devices with automatic synchronization via a local or hosted server. The addition of the CrewBoard server, purchased separately, increases functionality and access to advanced features which can be managed via the app or web page.

Advanced features:

• Synchronization across multiple users

• Works on different sized touch screens

• Easy to manage

• Export real time list of people on/off board 

• Review and filter historical presence 

• Synchronise with the cloud to provide a read-only, secure CrewBoard web page (ideal for fleets and management companies)

• Integration with onboard security systems for automatic sign in /out 

• Integration with IDEA management software from SpecTec GmbH enabling import of crew lists

About YachtCloud:
Founded in 2014, YachtCloud, based in Rotterdam in the Netherlands, delivers innovative products and services for the specific needs of the yachting and superyacht industries. YachtCloud’s product range includes the complete onboard entertainment solution 'Omniyon' featuring a media server, audio and video on demand, integrated live TV and content and in-cabin control. Other products include CrewBoard and ShoreSafe as well as content management and server hosting.

CrewBoard is available to download via the App Store on your iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch.