Package costing, quoting and build tracking for boat builders
Every boat is a combination of hull, engine, options and labour, and every combination needs a reliable price.
Trusted by New Zealand organisations from national insurers to specialist manufacturers.
Boat builders price complex packages with hundreds of option combinations, fluctuating component costs and significant labour content. Generic quoting software rarely handles that configurability, so pricing ends up in large, fragile spreadsheets.
We've built package costing applications for custom boat builders that configure models and options, calculate true cost and margin, and generate customer-ready quotes. Build tracking then measures actual hours and materials against the quote.
Challenges we see in marine & boat building
- Option and package combinations make pricing error-prone
- Component and engine costs change frequently
- Labour hours per build are estimated, not measured
- Dealer and direct pricing need different margins
- Quote documents are assembled by hand
How we help
- Package and option costing applicationsManufacturing Costing & Quoting Systems
- Configurable quoting with customer-ready outputQuoting & Estimating Systems
- Build cost tracking (quote vs actual)Project Costing Tools & Financial Modelling
- Production slot and resource planningResource Planning Tools & Scheduling Systems
- Dealer and customer portalsClient, Staff & Supplier Portals
Where AI fits in boat building
Practical, low-risk uses.
- Update component pricing from supplier price lists
- Generate first-draft specification sheets from the configured build
- Spot builds trending over budget early
Systems we connect
- Xero
- MYOB
- SharePoint
- SQL Server
Frequently asked questions
Can it handle hundreds of option combinations?
Yes. Options are rule-driven, so invalid combinations are blocked and prices recalculate instantly.
Can dealers use it?
Yes, via a controlled workbook or a web portal with dealer pricing.
Can we compare quoted and actual cost per hull?
Yes. Build tracking reports margin by model and build.
Does it produce a branded quote?
Yes, as PDF or Word.
Price every build with confidence
Trusted by New Zealand organisations from national insurers to specialist manufacturers.
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Let's talk about what you need
Big or small, we are happy to discuss it. Send us a message or book a free discovery call — we typically respond same business day.
What happens next
- 1
We review your enquiry carefully and reach out personally — usually same business day. No obligation, no hard sell.
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We clarify scope, then provide a clear fixed-price quote and realistic delivery timeframe so you know exactly where you stand.
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Once agreed, we build in stages, keep you updated, and hand over a solution your team can rely on — with support if you need it.