Onboard AI is Here!

By Mike Gridley

Photos by Brunswick Marine

Boating Intelligence is Brunswick Marine’s vision for transforming the marine experience through smart, connected, and intuitive technologies.

AI (Artificial Intelligence) is the hot topic across all aspects of business, tech, medicine and more. It is an area of computer development that is full of promise and some caveats. But while AI is already expanding rapidly in software, insurance, finance, and other computer-driven industries, it has been slower to roll out in other areas, including boating. But not anymore.

AI is coming to the marine industry, and quickly. So how will this emerging technology benefit boaters?

Developments in electronics and systems have been leading change and enhancements in the marine industry and significantly impacting the boating experience since the mid 2000s. The next wave of developments bringing AI onboard should prove to be dramatic, enhancing our experience on the water.

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