BoatMove Documentation

BoatMove is a comprehensive yacht delivery marketplace and management platform connecting boat owners and brokers with vetted delivery partners. It supports three transport modes: Sea (skipper delivery), Road (truck transport), and Ship (port-to-port freight).

User Roles

Client

Boat owners. Submit delivery requests, receive and compare quotes, accept quotes, track deliveries, and leave reviews.

Broker

Yacht brokers acting as intermediaries. Submit requests on behalf of clients with reference numbers. Dedicated dashboard with duplication and management tools.

Partner

Delivery companies (Sea, Road, or Ship). View opportunities, submit competitive quotes, message clients directly, and manage team members and company profiles.

Skipper Partner

Independent freelance skippers. Go through specialised skipper onboarding detailing qualifications, nautical miles logged, and deep experience.

Admin

BoatMove staff. Have full platform control over delivery requests, partner vetting, user management, and support tickets.

Features

Multi-mode Estimator

Instant delivery cost calculator with distance, fuel, crew, and insurance breakdowns.

AI Yacht Lookup

AI-powered specifications lookup for yachts not found in our local database.

Quote Marketplace

Partners receive invites to quote, and clients can compare them side-by-side.

In-App Messaging

Per-request communication featuring automatic PII redaction.

Partner Vetting

Comprehensive application workflow with auto-scoring and admin review.

Reviews & Ratings

Multi-category reviews spanning communication, professionalism, and timeliness.

Partner Teams

Invite team members and assign granular manager or user roles.

Admin Dashboard

Powerful tools for handling todos, support tickets, and user metrics.

Internationalisation

Built-in language selector and dynamic translation system.

GDPR Compliance

Strict consent checks in all forms and robust personal data handling.

Two-Factor Auth

Optional TOTP-based 2FA to keep all user accounts highly secure.

Client Guide

1

Get an Estimate

Visit the homepage, select your preferred transport mode, and fill in your yacht details and route.

2

Submit a Request

Complete the full request form with detailed vessel specifics, delivery windows, and contact information.

3

Receive Quotes

Vetted partners are notified. Expect competitive quotes to arrive within 24 to 48 hours.

4

Compare Quotes

Navigate to 'My Requests', click your request, and view the received quotes side-by-side.

5

Accept a Quote

Click Accept on your preferred quote to confirm the booking.

6

Track Delivery

Monitor your delivery status and use the in-app messaging to communicate directly with your partner.

7

Leave a Review

After completion, rate your partner across multiple categories to help the community.

Partner Guide

1

Register & Onboard

Create an account and complete the specialised partner or skipper onboarding form.

2

Vetting & Documents

Upload all required verification documents (insurance, ID, qualifications) and await review.

3

Browse Opportunities

Once approved, view matching delivery requests on your dedicated Opportunities page.

4

Submit Quotes

Review requests and submit quotes detailing price, duration, inclusions/exclusions, and availability.

5

Track Your Quotes

Monitor the status of all your submitted quotes in the 'My Quotes' dashboard.

6

Messaging

Use the platform's secure messaging system to discuss logistics directly with clients.

7

Manage Profile

Keep your company profile updated with regions serviced, certifications, and updated insurance.

Broker Guide

1

Access Dashboard

Log in to access your bespoke dashboard displaying global statistics and your request table.

2

Create Requests

Submit delivery requests efficiently on behalf of your clients using your internal reference numbers.

3

Manage & Duplicate

View, filter, and easily duplicate previous requests for faster workflow management.

4

Review Quotes

Navigate to request details to compare partner quotes, message partners, and accept on a client's behalf.

Admin Guide

Requests

Monitor all platform delivery requests, associated quotes, and read message threads.

Partners

Manage the directory of all partners, suspend accounts, and view metrics.

Vetting

Manually review flagged applications, adjust scores, and approve or reject partners.

Users

Global overview of all registered platform users across all role types.

App Flows

Delivery Request Flow

User ActionAPI EndpointSystem ProcessDatabaseCLIENTFill & submit delivery request formAPI ENDPOINTPOST /requests/createDATABASErequests table → status: openSYSTEMbriefHelpers: Generate partner briefs & notifyAPI ENDPOINTGET /partner/opportunitiesPARTNERBrowse opportunities & submit quoteAPI ENDPOINTPOST /partner/quotes/createDATABASEquotes table → status: pendingCLIENTCompare quotes & accept preferredAPI ENDPOINTPOST /quotes/acceptDATABASEquotes → accepted; delivery createdAPI ENDPOINTPOST /deliveries/completeCLIENT & PARTNERSubmit mutual reviewsAPI ENDPOINTPOST /reviews/submitDATABASEreviews & review_category_ratings stored

Partner Vetting Flow

User ActionAPI EndpointSystem ProcessDatabasePARTNERRegister & complete partner profileAPI ENDPOINTPOST /auth/register_with_passwordPARTNERFill & submit vetting applicationAPI ENDPOINTPOST /vetting/application/submitDATABASEvetting_applications → status: pendingSYSTEMvettingScoring: Auto-score (0–100)SYSTEMAuto-decision engine: Compute outcomeAPPROVEDFull accessPROBATIONLimited accessREJECTEDNo accessSYSTEMaccessGating: Gate partner accessDATABASEpartner record & access level updated

In-App Messaging Flow

User ActionAPI EndpointSystem ProcessDatabaseCLIENT / PARTNERCompose & send messageAPI ENDPOINTPOST /messages/sendSYSTEMpiiRedactor: Scan & redact PIIDATABASEmessages table → message storedSYSTEMmessageNotifications: E-mail alert sentCLIENT / PARTNERRecipient polls for new messagesAPI ENDPOINTGET /messages/listAPI ENDPOINTGET /partner/unread-messagesDATABASEUnread count returned to UI

Frequently Asked Questions

Offline Documentation

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