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NpTech Tag Discussion: Analysis of Tags Used With NpTech - Thank you Chris!

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

The NpTech Tag discussion continues. There were a few more comments that I want to capture here: Kevin (don't know who he is, but we have very similar interests and I'm so glad that I found his blog via the NpTech tag - I don't think this tag is useless? full report here ) An analysis on the blog is forthcoming.

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Beyond Dashboards: Business Intelligence Tools for Program Analysis and Reporting

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More than simply graphically displaying static data, they offer trend analysis, forecasting and drill-down capabilities that can dramatically expand your insight into program performance. There are a number of ways to create dashboards, including using such common tools such as Excel or Access, or proprietary systems embedded in databases.

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The Nonprofit Cloud: The Right Choice For Total Cost Of Ownership

TechImpact

The total cost of ownership (TCO), is a financial estimate used in business to identify the direct and indirect costs of a product, system, or service. If you want to read more on how to calculate TCO, check out this awesome breakdown by Business Case Analysis. You might be wondering where all the ancillary costs are.

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Open Source Donor Management Systems: Know Your Options

NTEN

A donor management system is sometimes called a fundraising system or a donor database. There are a huge number of systems available, ranging from the basic to those that offer all sorts of additional features and functionality. The system is based around a central constituent record, with a configurable “interactions portal.”

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The 12th Issue of NTEN: Change is Out - "Outcomes & Impact"

NTEN

Every nonprofit aims to have impact, but few have the systems in place to calculate little more than outputs. The true test of any nonprofit is to demonstrate impact. But the first test is to set up a way to measure it. Prior to joining NTEN in 2013, I worked in the human rights field with Social Accountability International (SAI).

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The Next Step: Performance Management Systems

NTEN

A well-designed performance management system will, in other words, help an organization become more effective at serving people and at raising money in an increasingly competitive market. Data systems have come a long way from unwieldy Excel spreadsheets and calculators. Designing A Successful Performance Management System.

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Weekly Event Round-Up (Oct. 20-Oct. 26)

NTEN

Also, are you attending an NPTech-related event this month? Whether it''s in-person events, such as NTEN Labs or 501 Tech Clubs , online Communities of Practice or webinars , or deadlines for contributing content or applications - this weekly round-up has you covered.