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Driving Efficiency in Shipbuilding & Repair with ProjectVIEW ERP

From BoQ to Baseline: Automating Cost, Schedule & Client Collaboration

 

In the demanding world of Shipbuilding and Repair (SBR), efficiency is not optional — it’s the difference between profit and loss, on-time delivery or delay, transparency or chaos.

 

At DANAOS Projects Software Solutions LLC , we recognize the specialized challenges of shipyards and have tailored our ProjectVIEW ERP platform to support every stage of the SBR lifecycle — from client inquiry to execution, billing, and real-time reporting.

 

From Client BoQ to Shipyard Job List — Precision from Day One

 

As a shipyard owner or manager, your project begins with a client’s BoQ (Bill of Quantities) — a detailed scope of required works and expectations. ProjectVIEW ERP enables you to:

 

  • Import or register BoQ items directly into the system.
  • Create your internal Job List, by inspecting the vessel and mapping real-world job needs to each BoQ line item.
  • Define job scopes clearly and assign the required resources (labor, materials, subcontractors, equipment) based on actual inspection findings.

 

This creates an accurate, resource-based cost model, forming the basis of your budget and proposal — all traceable and structured in the system.

 

Generate a Transparent & Realistic Client Proposal

 

Once internal jobs are defined and budgeted:

 

  • ProjectVIEW ERP links each job to its corresponding BoQ item, ensuring clarity and traceability.
  • Pricing is built bottom-up: from resource costs, margins, overheads, and more.
  • A formal, itemized proposal is automatically generated — accurate, auditable, and defensible.

 

This eliminates ambiguity and allows you to negotiate confidently with the shipowner, backed by real data.

 

Connect Cost with Time: WBS & Scheduling Integration

 

In ship repair, time is money — literally. ProjectVIEW ERP integrates seamlessly with MS Project to:

 

  • Associate each Job List item with the relevant WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) activity.
  • Create a realistic schedule of works, anchored to resource availability and job durations.
  • Establish a time-phased budget baseline, blending cost and schedule into one project control model.

 

This is your master baseline — the reference point for execution, tracking, and reporting.

 
 


 

Monitor Actuals Daily: Cost, Progress & Resource Consumption

 

Once execution begins, ProjectVIEW ERP shifts into control mode:

 

  • Daily job progress is logged by team leaders or supervisors using easy mobile/desktop forms.
  • Resource usage (hours, materials, rentals, etc.) is recorded in real-time.
  • The system constantly compares actual vs. planned:

 

This creates early warnings, keeps budgets in check, and supports proactive decision-making.

 

Real-Time Client Portal: Visibility & Trust

 

Your client (the shipowner) can access a dedicated portal, allowing them to:

 

  • View real-time progress reports and dashboards
  • Review and approve scope changes or extras
  • Track their project’s cost and timeline — as it evolves

 

This transforms your client relationship from reactive to collaborative, backed by transparency and trust.

 

Used by All Stakeholders — Not Just Project Managers

 

ProjectVIEW ERP is more than a project control system — it’s a collaboration backbone for the entire SBR value chain:

 

  • Project managers track cost and schedule
  • Supervisors input progress on site
  • Procurement gets real-time material needs
  • Finance tracks commitments and billing
  • Clients stay informed and engaged

 

This cross-functional integration ensures that everyone is working from the same source of truth — no silos, no double data entry, no surprises.

 

Conclusion: ERP Built for SBR, Not Adapted to It

 

At DANAOS Projects, we didn’t retrofit a generic ERP to shipyards — we engineered ProjectVIEW ERP with ship repair and construction in mind. It’s already trusted by SBR professionals to:

 

  • Convert client BoQs into controlled job plans
  • Align budget and schedule
  • Manage execution in real time
  • Deliver projects faster, leaner, and more transparently

 

Whether you’re building a new vessel or repairing a fleet, ProjectVIEW ERP is your digital dockyard — powerful, purpose-built, and trusted.

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