What is meant by Berth management?
The term "berth management" refers to the administration and organization of berths, particularly in marinas, harbors, or docks. This management includes assigning berths to boats or ships, monitoring occupancy, and managing the necessary infrastructure. The goal is to ensure efficient use of available berths and to optimally meet the needs of users.
Typical software functions in the area of "berth management":
- Berth Assignment: Managing and assigning berths based on availability, size, and type of the boat or ship.
- Occupancy Planning: Creating and managing occupancy plans to show occupied and available berths.
- Reservation System: Enabling online or telephone reservations of berths by customers or users.
- Contract Management: Managing rental contracts and agreements for berths, including contract durations and terms.
- Billing Functions: Generating and managing invoices and payments for berth usage.
- Maintenance Planning: Planning and managing maintenance and repair work on berth infrastructure.
- Access Control: Managing access controls to berths, such as access cards or codes.
- Reporting: Generating reports and statistics on berth occupancy, utilization, and revenue.
- Customer Management: Managing customer information, inquiries, and service requests related to berths.
- Emergency Management: Functions for handling emergencies or unforeseen events affecting berth management.