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Developing staff technology skills in your nonprofit

NTEN

How do you go about developing the technology skills of your staff? In this post, I will briefly explain how to pinpoint which technology skills folks need, assess current skill levels, provide training that doesn’t stink, and nurture a technology-positive culture where tech skills are a priority.

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The Unrecognized Risk of Status Quo Problem-Solving Skills for Grantmakers

sgEngage

In a sector that is so risk-averse—afraid of change, reluctant to explore new ideas, and adopt new practices—why do we rely on super risky problem-solving skills? Most funders themselves use status quo problem-solving skills, so they expect you to do the same. I can guess this happens in every community, and it is frightening.

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To Build or Buy a Software Solution: Which is Right for You?

Association Analytics

While usage is a great data point to evaluate your product’s success, there’s so much more to consider when weighing the options to build an in-house solution or use an off-the-shelf product. Throughout the evaluation process, it’s important to keep your association’s unique goals and success metrics top-of-mind.

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How to Choose the Right CMS for Your Nonprofit

Allegiance Group

Business Considerations: Elements like budget, licensing type, training needs, and change management are also essential considerations in CMS selection. Product Maturity: Evaluate the CMS’s reputation, support availability, and roadmap projection. Established platforms with clear future visions are often preferable.

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Is the Higher Education Pipeline Shrinking or Just Taking a Nap?

sgEngage

Today’s students see high tuition costs, increased demand for skilled labor, and a decline in degree requirements for open positions. This could limit the resources available to enhance the education, research, and extracurricular opportunities that attract students, resulting in fewer revenue streams and subsequent financial challenges.

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5 Questions to Ask Your Fund Accounting Vendor

sgEngage

But you do have good critical thinking skills, and by getting answers to a few specific questions from your current or potential fund accounting vendor, you can better understand if their system will help your organization grow—or hold you back. What training and support resources are available?

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Navigating Nonprofit Data Warehouses: A Comprehensive Guide

DNL OmniMedia

Say you rely on one platform for your organization’s accounting work, another for grant management, and another for online fundraising. By bringing together all of your financial information into your data warehouse, you can more easily generate accurate financial reports and ensure you’re using your resources effectively.

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