Who would have thought, in 2019, that smart working would spread so quickly and widely? Due to the tragedy of the pandemic, and the consequent restrictions on movement and gatherings,
What you need to work on a boat
What do you need to bring aboard for smart working from a boat? Certainly, the basic tool is a laptop computer, the accessory that enables the very idea of remote work. Those who decide to spend two days on their boat moored in a marina can simply bring their usual laptop; those who plan to work regularly on the boat will probably need to do things differently. The advice in this case is to bring a
Then obviously you’ll need an internet connection: our marina in Genoa offers Wi-Fi network to all moored boats, and features ADSL and telephone connections on the dock. Those who want to work while mobile, and therefore not just in the marina – along the coast or at anchorage – will need to rely on a mobile connection, possibly using their smartphone’s hot spot (in this case, it’s worth finding an effective and affordable mobile plan).
And then? Then it’s important to keep your data
Finally, there’s the biggest problem to solve, namely power. The PC, smartphone, fan base, all these accessories require electricity – not a huge amount, but not a little either. And as we know, power is always at a premium on board. Certainly, those moored in a marina like ours (with power pedestals up to 400A) have no problems; those who want to have sufficient power elsewhere will need to have good power banks, backup batteries, and when possible small solar panels and small wind generators.
Where to set up your office on board
Fortunate yacht owners won’t have problems finding a comfortable space to work on board. For those who have to make do with a normal-sized boat, the choice is more limited. First of all, it should be considered that working on deck isn’t always as nice and effective as one might think: consider the distractions, the possibility of dropping the PC in the water, the wind, and of course the sun. PCs aren’t made for working in the summer sun, they overheat; and screens become difficult to “read” under sunlight. In this case, it’s important to have both sunglasses and sun screens for the PC.
The ideal place, even more than the cockpit – where distractions abound, and where water splashes aren’t excluded – is in most cases the dinette, especially for activities that require maximum quiet and concentration.
Where to moor your boat for smart working
As mentioned, smart working is synonymous with freedom, and smart working on a boat doubly so. However, organizing work from the boat must start with the location where you’ll be working: those who opt for a well-equipped
