In an era of accelerating digital transformation, the shipping industry faces dual challenges of improving efficiency while controlling costs. Thome Group has taken a significant step forward by entering a strategic partnership with BASS Software to implement its comprehensive BASSnet fleet management solution.
A Comprehensive Cloud-Based Solution
The landmark agreement covers all core modules of BASSnet, deployed through Microsoft Azure's Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform with integrated database migration capabilities. This modern approach eliminates traditional hardware barriers while ensuring business continuity.
"BASSnet will provide us with productivity-related cost and revenue visibility through a modern, integrated digital solution," said Olav Nortun, CEO of Thome Group. "The platform's complete integration capabilities will enable more effective data consolidation, delivering a flexible information framework for our clients."
Unified Data Architecture
The BASSnet system's centralized database creates a single source of truth for fleet-wide analysis and reporting. This architecture addresses one of the industry's persistent challenges – fragmented operational data across multiple systems.
Per Steinar Upsaker, CEO of BASS Software, emphasized the solution's comprehensive nature: "BASSnet 2.11 represents a complete off-the-shelf shipping solution. Its extensive functionality, integration capabilities, and mobile applications enable partners to streamline both operational and environmental processes with remarkable efficiency."
Advanced Analytics and Industry Expertise
Beyond operational integration, the platform delivers sophisticated business intelligence tools that transform complex maritime data into actionable insights. BASS Software's quarter-century of system refinement and large-scale fleet deployment experience proved decisive in Thome's selection process.
The Singapore-based ship management company expressed particular confidence in BASS Software's regional support team located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – a strategic advantage for Asia-Pacific operations.
End-to-End Operational Coverage
Version 2.11 of BASSnet addresses all critical aspects of vessel management workflows including:
- Maintenance and materials management
- Project coordination (including dry-docking)
- Operational tracking
- Safety and quality assurance
- Risk mitigation protocols
- Continuous improvement processes
- Document control systems
- Procurement workflows
The SaaS delivery model significantly reduces upfront capital expenditure by eliminating traditional hardware requirements while ensuring enterprise-grade security through Microsoft's Azure infrastructure.
A Strategic Digital Commitment
Thome's selection of BASSnet following an extensive evaluation process signals the company's strategic commitment to SaaS solutions as a growth accelerator. Both parties anticipate rapid deployment of the digital platform throughout 2022, marking a new phase in data-driven fleet management.
This collaboration represents not only Thome's confidence in BASSnet's capabilities but also a shared commitment between industry leaders to advance operational efficiency and sustainability in global shipping operations.