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October 28, 2026
Marina Operations

Why Boaters Abandon Online Marina Reservations

Boaters abandon marina bookings over account walls, surprise fees, and "request" flows that don't confirm. Here's what it costs and how to fix each one.
haul and launch marina boats
October 12, 2026
Feature Release

Feature Release - Haul and Launch

Haul & Launch turns every haul-out and launch into a scheduled, assigned and tracked job. Booked by the boater, run by the yard, visible to everyone.
Automate your marina
September 30, 2026
Software Evaluation & Migration

5 Questions to Answer Before Talking to Marina Software Vendors

Answer these five questions before any marina software demo, covering cost of the problem, who the software serves, data ownership, true pricing, and rollout.
marina operator performing tasks
September 22, 2026
Marina Operations

Which Marina Tasks Should You Automate First? Top 6

The six marina tasks to automate first, ranked by revenue recovered: late fees, invoicing, transient bookings, and more, with real dollar examples.
Use your portal on the go
August 14, 2026
Marina Operations

Marina Customer Portal Setup: Stop Answering the Phone

A customer portal lets boaters book, pay, and manage their account 24/7, capturing revenue your phone line loses. Here's how to set one up right.
July 20, 2026
Marina Operations

Integrating Marina Fuel Pumps, POS & Inventory: A Guide

How to connect marina fuel pumps, point of sale, and tank inventory into one system, ending spreadsheet reconciliation and protecting fuel margin.
linear footage in a dock
July 20, 2026
Billing & Revenue

What Is Linear Footage in a Marina? A Plain-English Glossary for Owners and Boards

Linear footage is how marinas bill dockage by a boat's true overall length. Learn how it's measured, how rates work, and why it protects your revenue.

Waking the industry

One look around Sharper and you’ll immediately see why we’re making waves!