Mattias Larson, co-founder of Maranics, discusses the benefits of automation in the maritime industry through the use of n8n, a tool chosen for its ability to run on local environments and its extensive features. With a background in digitalizing human processes, Larson has leveraged n8n for automating repetitive manual tasks on both large cruise and smaller cargo vessels, facilitating data sharing with legacy systems onboard. He highlights the use of HTTP, Webhook, MongoDB, and Postgres nodes and values the tool's customization capabilities. Larson advises integrating business knowledge with technical skills and emphasizes the importance of evaluating and improving existing processes. Looking ahead, Maranics plans to expand n8n's role in its operations and services, anticipating enhancements like OAuth 2 support and improved data mapping functionalities.