Marina Technology & Systems Management Flashcards

What is the function of a marina's automated gate or access control system for vessel owners?

Answer: To restrict dock access to authorized slip holders and their guests while logging entry/exit events

Automated access control restricts dock and facility entry to authorized users, logs all access events, and enhances marina security and liability management.

Which technology enables marina operators to detect early signs of underwater corrosion on metal dock structures?

Answer: Impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) monitoring systems

Impressed current cathodic protection systems apply a controlled electrical current to counteract corrosion on submerged metal structures, with monitoring systems detecting failures.

A marina wants to offer boaters real-time slip availability. Which technology best supports this?

Answer: An online reservation portal integrated with the marina management system

An online reservation portal integrated with the marina management system shows real-time availability and allows instant bookings, improving revenue and guest experience.

What is the primary purpose of a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system in a large marina's utility infrastructure?

Answer: To remotely monitor and control electrical, fuel, water, and pump-out systems across the facility

SCADA systems provide centralized remote monitoring and control of utility infrastructure, enabling real-time management of electrical panels, fuel systems, and pump-out stations.

Which data metric is MOST useful for a marina manager evaluating the performance of their online booking platform?

Answer: Conversion rate from slip inquiry to confirmed reservation

Conversion rate — the percentage of inquiries that result in confirmed reservations — directly measures the booking platform's effectiveness at generating revenue.

Electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure at a marina most directly addresses which customer segment trend?

Answer: Growing demand from owners of electric-powered vessels and marina visitors with EV cars

EV charging infrastructure serves the growing number of electric vessel owners and marina visitors with electric vehicles, positioning the marina for a transitioning market.