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Why your association needs to adopt a data governance policy

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Does your association have a data governance policy? In our data-driven world, governance is crucial in maintaining the integrity, accuracy, and security of your organization’s data. Continue reading to learn how your association can adopt its own data governance policy and become a more data-driven organization.

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Data Governance: The Key to Strategic Planning

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No matter the scale of your organization, an effective data governance framework is necessary to communicate your impact clearly to grantmakers and donors alike. This can be done internally or through external review by a consultant. Stay Informed and Curious Adopting a new data governance system is not a one-time process.

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Raise the Board’s Financial IQ

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And, in the current volatile environment, you need the best governance you can get. Allow plenty of time on the agenda for the financial staff to explain when and how statements will be available, review banking, investment, and auditing arrangements, and answer questions. Be sure to review important policies and procedures.

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Beyond the Audit: 6 Best Practices to Build and Strengthen Your Relationship with Your Audit Firm

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Six Best Practices for a Stronger Audit Relationship Now, however, nonprofits and auditing firms are more likely to share and leverage their diverse experiences to better collaborate with one another. Check out our audit toolkit with best practices and a checklist to help you use your technology to streamline your audit.

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For Positive Outcomes, Hold a Mirror Up to Board Performance

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While the practice seems to be on the rise, these statistics indicate that regular temperature checks are not the status quo. Point a Compass to the Future Regular updates on the status of governance can be a compass to help the group stay on the right path. For executive directors, this may be a sensitive topic to introduce.

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Due Diligence Best Practices for Grantmakers

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With grant-giving in the billions of dollars annually , grant disbursements warrant oversight and review. This list will help you ensure there are no conflicts of interest and to learn who at the organization has governance responsibilities. Best Practices for Grantmakers Performing Due Diligence.

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Maintaining Your Site’s Accessibility Well After Launch

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But, a new feature crops up, and all of a sudden content creators are straying, introducing new colors and styles that haven’t been reviewed and don’t meet standards. Effective accessibility planning To counter all these barriers, you need a plan: Review and update your design system. Have an accessibility governance plan.