Product Roadmap

The Future of
Yacht Operations

Upcoming features designed to transform every aspect of superyacht management. Voice-powered, AI-native, and built for the world's finest vessels.

11 Major Features
AI-Powered
Voice-First

Compliance Command Center

High Value

Regulatory compliance automation to avoid costly fines and missed inspections. AI-powered document management and certification tracking.

Value
€10k-100k+ in avoided fines
Pain Point
Regulatory compliance is a massive pain point. Fines for missed inspections/certificates can be €10k-100k+

Key Capabilities

AI Document Scanner with expiry date extraction
Digital Crew List Generator for customs/ISPS
Safety Drill Tracker with compliance records
Port Entry Automation - pre-filled customs forms
Inspection Readiness checklists

Voice Commands

Example

"When does our safety certificate expire?"

Example

"Generate crew list for Italy customs"

Example

"Log safety drill - all crew present"

Status
planned

Guest Experience AI

High Value

AI-powered guest satisfaction and personalization. Remember preferences, automate planning, and deliver 5-star charter experiences.

Value
Repeat bookings worth $100k-1M+/week
Pain Point
Charter yachts charge $100k-1M+/week. Guest satisfaction = repeat bookings = massive revenue

Key Capabilities

Guest Profile Memory across charters
Dietary AI Concierge for menu planning
Special Occasion Tracker with suggestions
Activity Recommendation Engine by location
Feedback Sentiment Analysis

Voice Commands

Example

"Plan tomorrow's lunch - 8 guests, 2 gluten-free"

Example

"It's Mrs. Johnson's birthday Thursday - suggest ideas"

Example

"Best dive site near current location for beginners"

Status
planned

Smart Inventory & Auto-Reordering

High Value

Predictive inventory management with AI-powered reordering. Never run out of critical supplies mid-voyage. Helicopter part deliveries cost €5k+ and kill your reputation.

Value
€10k-30k saved per season + reputation protection
Pain Point
Mid-voyage part failures mean helicopter deliveries (€5k+), angry guests, and broken toys. Running low on consumables mid-charter is embarrassing and expensive.

Key Capabilities

AI Inventory Tracking with voice input
Predictive Reordering based on consumption patterns
Critical Parts Alerts before failure windows
Barcode Scanner for quick logging
Smart Shopping Lists optimized by port
Cost Tracking per category
Supplier Quality Intelligence by location

Voice Commands

Example

"Add 5 hydraulic filters to shopping list"

Example

"When will we run out of diesel at current consumption?"

Example

"Order replacement generator belts to arrive in Palma"

Example

"Do we have spare impellers for the watermaker?"

Status
planned

Fuel & Consumables Tracker

High Value

Dead-simple logging of fuel fills and burn rates. Know exactly when you'll need to refuel and optimize your route planning accordingly.

Value
€3k-15k saved per season
Pain Point
Running dry or making unnecessary fuel stops wastes time and money. Captains need instant burn rate visibility.

Key Capabilities

Quick Fuel Fill Logging via voice
Real-time Burn Rate Calculation
Range Prediction at current consumption
Fuel Price Tracker by port
Historical Efficiency Analytics
Consumables Burn Tracking (oil, coolant, hydraulic fluid)

Voice Commands

Example

"Log 2,400 liters diesel, €1.85/liter, Monaco"

Example

"What's our current fuel burn rate?"

Example

"How many hours until next refuel?"

Example

"Cheapest diesel within 50 nautical miles?"

Status
planned

Port Intelligence Network

High Value

AI-powered port intelligence that knows everything: marina contacts, customs requirements, fuel pricing, and supplier quality ratings by location. Stop asking other captains on WhatsApp.

Value
Hours saved + better supplier decisions
Pain Point
Every port has different requirements, contacts, and supplier quality. Captains rely on WhatsApp groups and outdated PDFs. Intel is fragmented and unreliable.

Key Capabilities

Port Database with customs/immigration requirements
Marina Contact Directory with real experiences
Fuel Price Comparison by port
Supplier Quality Ratings from real captains
Port Entry Automation with pre-filled forms
Local Regulation Alerts (waste disposal, anchoring rules)
Best Anchorages with depth/holding data

Voice Commands

Example

"Port requirements for entering Greece?"

Example

"Best marine engineer in Antibes?"

Example

"Fuel price comparison: Ibiza, Palma, Valencia"

Example

"Good anchorage near Portofino for 40m yacht?"

Status
planned

Voyage Optimizer

High Value

AI-powered route planning that optimizes for weather, fuel efficiency, sea state, and guest comfort. Complex algorithms that actually save serious money per voyage.

Value
€5k-50k saved per voyage
Pain Point
Fuel is 20-40% of operating costs. Poor routing = rough seas (angry guests) + wasted fuel + delayed arrivals. Route optimization requires real computational intelligence.

Key Capabilities

Multi-Factor Route Optimization (weather, fuel, comfort)
Real-time Route Adjustments for changing conditions
Fuel Efficiency Analytics with consumption modeling
ETA Predictions with AI-powered accuracy
Sea State Forecasting for comfort routing
Alternative Route Suggestions with trade-off analysis
Wind/Current Exploitation for efficiency

Voice Commands

Example

"Plan route Monaco to Santorini, arriving Friday evening"

Example

"Fuel-optimized route to Ibiza"

Example

"Will we encounter rough seas on current route?"

Example

"Compare routes: fastest vs. most comfortable vs. most efficient"

Status
planned
Development Note
This feature requires significant algorithmic development - weather modeling, fuel consumption curves, comfort algorithms. Not a quick build like CRUD features.

Emergency Command Protocol

Critical

Voice-activated emergency protocols and instant access to critical information. When seconds matter, YachtOS responds instantly.

Value
Life-saving response times
Pain Point
In emergencies, seconds matter. Quick access to protocols can save lives

Key Capabilities

Voice-Activated Emergency Protocols
MOB (Man Overboard) Assistant with GPS marking
Nearest Facility Finder by urgency level
Emergency Contact Quick Access
Automatic Distress Logging

Voice Commands

Example

"Medical emergency - nearest hospital"

Example

"Man overboard" (triggers protocol)

Example

"Engine fire protocol"

Status
planned

Owner Relationship Dashboard

Medium

Automated owner updates and transparency portal. Keep owners informed and engaged with minimal effort.

Value
Improved owner satisfaction
Pain Point
Private yacht owners want transparency. Charter management companies need reporting

Key Capabilities

Automated Owner Updates with photos/expenses
Live Yacht Status Portal for owners
Expense Transparency with receipts
Maintenance Timeline visualization
Trip Highlight Reels with AI generation

Voice Commands

Example

"Send owner weekly update"

Example

"Generate monthly expense report"

Example

"Add photos to owner gallery"

Status
planned

Crew Certification Tracker

Medium

Never miss a crew certification renewal. Automated tracking, alerts, and training coordination.

Value
Avoid crew downtime
Pain Point
Expired STCW/medical certs mean crew can't work = major disruption

Key Capabilities

Expiry Calendar with 90/60/30 day warnings
Training Recommendations by location
License Verification and storage
Compliance Dashboard for all crew
Auto-schedule Renewals at upcoming ports

Voice Commands

Example

"Which crew certifications expire this quarter?"

Example

"Book STCW renewal course for Tom in Barcelona"

Status
planned

Digital Document Vault with AI Search

Medium

Instant access to any document via voice. AI-powered search, OCR scanning, and smart organization.

Value
Pass inspections with confidence
Pain Point
Captains need instant access to manuals, certificates, invoices during inspections/repairs

Key Capabilities

Smart Document Upload with AI categorization
Voice-Powered Search across all documents
OCR for Paper Documents
Version Control and history
Quick Share to inspectors/technicians

Voice Commands

Example

"Find insurance certificate"

Example

"Show engine maintenance history"

Example

"Send classification docs to surveyor"

Status
planned

Budget & Financial Intelligence

Low

Real-time budget tracking and financial intelligence. Predict spending, track efficiency, and control costs.

Value
Control $1M-10M+ annual budgets
Pain Point
Yacht operating costs are $1M-10M+/year. Budget overruns hurt

Key Capabilities

Real-time Budget Tracking by category
Cost per Nautical Mile analytics
Spending Predictions with AI
Vendor Price Comparison
Financial Reporting for management

Voice Commands

Example

"How much have we spent on maintenance this month?"

Example

"Am I over budget?"

Example

"Cost per nautical mile this voyage"

Status
planned

Help Shape the Future

These features are designed based on real operational challenges. We'd love to hear which ones matter most to you.