Case Study: SilverHook Powerboats develops a racing app 40% faster with IBM Cloud and Bluemix

SilverHook Powerboats develops a racing app 40 percent faster

SilverHook Powerboats, a powerboat racing team, faced the challenge of utilizing the vast amount of sensor data generated during races to improve safety and decision-making for its crew while also enhancing the live experience for fans. To overcome this, they worked with IBM, utilizing IBM Internet of Things Foundation and the IBM Bluemix platform to capture and analyze this data in the cloud.

The IBM solution connected the boat's sensors to the cloud, enabling real-time data analytics and visualization. This allowed the racing team to receive critical insights during a race and provided fans with a real-time graphic representation of the event. The development team built a prototype analytics application 40 percent faster using IBM technology, completing the project in just three months and unlocking significant safety and engagement benefits.

SilverHook Powerboats

Nigel Hook

President