Roles for the Yacht Owner

Requirements Definition - Amazingly, this is a fundamental process that is often overlooked in this industry.  It starts with questions like: What is the normal use of the yacht? Who will normally operate the yacht? Who will maintain the yacht? Does the yacht most often visit docks or anchor out? What sort of power and water is supplied at docks visited? How long are trips normally? What is the normal and maximum cruising territory? What are the communication and entertainment requirements?  How hearty are the guests? (air-conditioning vs. quiet) 

Requirements Review and Refinement - Each requirement has cost implications and various side effects.  Some requirements are surprisingly costly and have undesirable side effects and should be compromised. Other functions are easily attained in a potential configuration, and might be added to the list if they are desirable. 

Overall System Design or Design Review - Component Selection and sizing, Layout and placement for maintenance access, operator access, space planning, and minimization of wiring and plumbing runs.

Detail Design or Design Review of System Integration - The “glue” between the systems requires special attention, because it often is missed by all of the specific equipment vendors. Common examples are power distribution, pre-wiring, operational procedures and logistic support issues.

Tracking Requirements to Specs - All requirements must be reflected in the specifications.  Specification items without requirements should be dropped. 

Tracking Spec Compliance - Catching problems in-process minimizes costs and avoids unneeded compromises

Test and Evaluation of the Final Product – This critical point will establish responsibilities for corrective action, and the degree of spec compliance.  This can allow the customer to sit down for an orderly closing settlement with reasonable holdbacks for the inevitable open items.

Operational Procedure Development – The operator needs a guide that encompasses all the detailed instructions of all the different subsystems. This can greatly enhance the operator’s overall satisfaction with the project.

Crew Training and Indoctrination – Unfortunately, hiring crew is a periodic requirement of yacht owners.  New captains are likely to discount the value of installed Yacht Systems due to unavailability of a cohesive overall indoctrination.  “Rip this whole mess out and…”, is often part of a new crew’s reaction.  The Yacht System Engineer can provide this indoctrination and help the owner evaluate any recommendations by the new crew.

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