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Data Are Not Information

NTEN

By Jeff Stanger, Director, Center for Digital Information We are obsessed with data — big data, open data, linked data, personal data, government data, visualized data. It's important that we don't confuse "data" for "information." Data are only the raw material of information. So how do we get from data to information?

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Stay Ahead of AI’s Magic

.orgSource

Wikipedia offers this one : Intelligence has been defined as the capacity for abstraction, logic, understanding, self-awareness, learning, emotional knowledge, reasoning, planning, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. While AI does involve logic and problem-solving, it does not think. It calculates.

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Means and Ends: Who does What

BoardAssist

Luckily for us, governance consultant Tom Okarma has written a terrific guest post for us this week on exactly this topic. John Carver has written extensively on board governance and discusses “means and ends ” as a way to differentiate between what board responsibilities and CEO responsibilities. Thanks for your great advice Tom!

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The 2018 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar

Everyaction

It also offers an interactive opportunity to discuss key forms and governing documents(Form 1023 and Forms 990 and 990-PF.). 14th Annual Nonprofit Governance Symposium. 14th Annual Nonprofit Governance Symposium. Governing well is one of the most profound ways to help our communities. Finance / @southwestfdns.

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Need a New Year Recharge? Attend These Nonprofit Conferences in 2024

Allegiance Group

There’s something about attending an industry conference that makes you feel more energized and inspired by the work you’re doing. With informative sessions, this workshop is a must for all PBS fundraisers and provides the opportunity to hear about best practices and the challenges facing pledge today. Want more time?

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Nonprofit Consulting Firms: 26 Leaders in Their Spaces

DNL OmniMedia

The most effective nonprofit consulting projects will address immediate problems and provide long-term strategic value that helps you grow. Clearly outlining these answers now will save time down the line and keep your team focused on the task at hand. Board development that meets and exceeds all industry standards.

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The 2016 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar

EveryAction

We've scoured the nonprofit-sphere for high-quality conferences and forums, informal trainings, and more that will be taking place all over the world, focusing on essential topics like: Nonprofit management. 12th Annual Nonprofit Governance Symposium. 12th Annual Nonprofit Governance Symposium. Governance / @usdsoles.

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