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DECEMBER 6, 2024

Learn how this initiative liberated teams to channel their energies toward higher-value projects. Sneak Peek into Recent Association Web Projects Learn about the strategies, decision-making processes, and creative problem-solving that are delivering real website results for associations like yours. CAE credit. More info/register.

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Content Strategy Education Revenue 213

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Fíonta explains why your association’s accounting/finance team must be involved in your AMS project from the start and stay involved through the launch. They also describe finance-related issues that might come up during the project. More info/register (ASAE members only). AMS selection. Attendee value. More info/register.

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Certificate DC Education Tips 252

Delcor

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

On the first night of every Requirements Analysis course I teach at Georgetown University, I ask my students to discuss why technology projects sometimes fail. Over time, we’ve identified seven common causes of project failure. Communication is the most important soft skill required for project management. Talk about ugly!

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.orgSource

JANUARY 7, 2025

Cross-departmental projects bring diverse perspectives to problem-solving. Steps to Use Technology as a Growth Enabler: Invest in Member-Centric Technology: Focus on tools that enhance engagement, such as CRM platforms and personalized communication systems. AI can also provide predictive insights to guide decision-making.

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Innovation Survey Strategy Technology 88

MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

When it comes to member experience, your association is similar. What your members feel, think, and gain from your association can affect their involvement. If their experience is positive, that strong relationship can support your membership renewals and even lead to people championing your organization.

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Delcor

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Technology projects fail for a number of avoidable reasons. In part 1 of this series, I described four common causes of technology project failure. Why IT Projects Fail Lack of Leadership When projects run into trouble, the project team and stakeholders lose confidence in the project manager and the project’s ultimate success.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 28, 2024

The learning management system (LMS) market has exploded in response. To help you sift through the options, D2L’s buyers guide for associations offers advice on the LMS selection process and walks you through the different system features, capabilities, and support services you’ll encounter out there. Do You Trust Your Member Data?

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LMS Course Member Engagement Education 264

Reid All About it

JULY 2, 2021

WBT Systems does too. This week, they discuss peer advisory groups for association members who want to learn from and with each other. Wes Trochlil suggests how to tackle a big data cleanup project —one bite at a time. Selecting a Cloud System – A Guide for Association Executives. Peer advisory groups. I doubt it.

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Technology Strategy Education System 370

.orgSource

JANUARY 14, 2025

Break Down Silos: Facilitate cross-functional projects that bring diverse perspectives to the table. Technology is the backbone of operational efficiency, data-driven insights, and personalized member experiences. Associations must go beyond basic interactions to deliver seamless, value-driven experiences at every touchpoint.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Personalized Member Experiences as a Standard 2024 Trend : Members now expect personalized experiences, and our survey shows that associations are investing in technologies to deliver tailored, relevant interactions.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Personalized Member Engagement AI enables associations to create personalized member experiences that can dramatically improve satisfaction and retention. By analyzing member data—such as past interactions, preferences, and behaviors—AI tools can offer tailored recommendations, content, and services to individual members.

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Higher Logic

JANUARY 30, 2018

Your staff is short on time and, with so few employees, you may not have the expertise to take on all the projects you want. They’ll already have the system experience to design and launch your website quickly. It also needs a long-term strategy, beta testing, content, and consistent attention to ensure members receive value.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

If youre embarking on an AMS project, start your research by reviewing 108 Ideaspaces list of issues to consider when selecting an association management system (AMS) , such as reporting, security, API, technology partners, access control, cost of ownership, vendor stability, and the ability to expand software capabilities as your needs change.

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Chicago Revenue Education Member Engagement 275

Reid All About it

MAY 10, 2019

If you have a system selection in your future, or you’re in the midst of one, stop right now and read this post from Dan Hickey at DelCor Technology. He writes about a functional requirement that associations often overlook during association management system (AMS) selection: user experience. Host: The Next Steps LLC.

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Sequence Consulting

MARCH 21, 2025

AI can help your staff visualize and understand the data stored in your associations membership management software , both at the individual member level and across your entire member base. From membership software to learning management systems (LMS) , assembling the right technology toolkit for your association can be challenging.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 11, 2016

Eastern* – Project Management Techniques for Non-Project Managers (Association Chat on Blab). Project management…it’s an art and a skill. What if you had the guidance of an expert in project management who could show you some great techniques for working with your current projects? Jeff Altman, Esq.,

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Case Study Raleigh Project Revenue 150

Association Analytics

JUNE 21, 2023

When you don’t know what’s going on with your members, what is important to them, what events they attend or products they buy or where they’re located, you’re losing out on key opportunities to connect and ultimately make your members’ experience a great one. Solution : The solution to this challenge is pretty simple.

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Association Analytics

APRIL 1, 2024

In the association world, member engagement is always a top priority – but it’s not always a successful endeavor. Most associations don’t have an easy way to measure member engagement across all their different systems and touch points. Once you’ve identified what’s working, you can reinvest, and promote those projects.

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Member Engagement Strategy Certificate Survey 210

Membersuite

MAY 25, 2021

Your AMS isn’t integrated with other systems so staff and leaders can’t access the data and reports they need to understand member/customers and make decisions. You can’t use the AMS to track member engagement—volunteering, events, certification/education and purchases. What processes took too long? How would this fit?

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 26, 2024

. – Association and Nonprofit Trends for 2024: Navigating a Rapidly Evolving Landscape As we move into 2024, the landscape for associations is rapidly evolving, driven by technological advancements, changing member expectations, and an increasingly global context. Project Success Is Up to You: Taking Your Project to the Next Level I get it.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Because managers are facing a host of new issues and challenges in the post-pandemic workplace, WBT Systems says associations can help industry employers and employees by offering manager training programs. Learn how to create an effective breach communication plan to address your staff, board, and members. Online learning tips.

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Higher Logic

JULY 13, 2017

Or, depending on your mission, you could create an online course that helps educate members about important issues like health and wellness. To get the most of their eCourses, many associations use a learning management system (LMS). Motivate members to join your association and renew their membership by providing these benefits.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 12, 2022

It’s the right time to reevaluate your association’s membership model , says MemberSuite, because members (and their employers) most likely have different expectations, preferences and needs after two years of economic and pandemic-induced change. Create a Project Management Lite survival guide for your association. Future-proofing.

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Membersuite

JULY 16, 2021

The association staff on the project team care about these functions and features, but most of their co-workers only care about one thing: reports. Reports provide the information you and your colleagues need to better understand your members, customers, and prospects. Establish the system of record. Siloed data is of no use.

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Sequence Consulting

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

. ● Revenue and income diversification goals that detail specific profit margin targets, projected or desired growth, and income streams you must support or add. Existing or expected technology integrations that improve staff efficiency, member experiences, etc. ● This is also a great time to remedy technical debt.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 5, 2021

WBT Systems explains how these boxes enhance the online course experience and provides ideas for box content and logistics. This discussion will examine the intersectionality between the elements of change management, DEI principles, and online community management to design an equitable user experience. Engagement boxes.

North Carolina 370

North Carolina Certificate Strategy Case Study 370

Sequence Consulting

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Revenue and income diversification goals that detail specific profit margin targets, projected or desired growth, and income streams you must support or add. Existing or expected technology integrations that improve staff efficiency, member experiences, etc. Eliminate any tools or subscriptions you arent using to save money.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Member experience. For their 2024 State of Associations Member Experience (MX) report , Forj surveyed over 1000 association members about membership expectations and experiences. How Well Do You Know Your Members? Challenge your understanding of your association’s members.

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LMS Revenue Certificate Content 270

WBT Systems

JANUARY 31, 2017

The second article points out that association members are much more “tech savvy” than association executives may think. Returning to the building blocks of a learning organization, the appropriate technologies can help set a good foundation for a learning organization.

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Higher Logic

AUGUST 3, 2017

A traditional individual learning experience may consist of a student reading a textbook and completing a worksheet on the material, for instance. How to Provide an Individual Learning Experience Online. Use a learning management system (LMS) or other instructional courseware to develop individual eCourses.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

How do you implement the AMS system you need while everyone’s working remotely? Your association might have been considering a move to a new association management software (AMS) system. How do you implement a new AMS system with everyone working remotely ? How do you implement a new AMS system with everyone working remotely ?

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 28, 2022

If the registration numbers for your educational programs are disappointing, WBT Systems shares several reasons people don’t commit to online courses and conferences. Take Your Silent Auction to the Next Level: Raise More Money, Free Up Staff Time and Create an Unforgettable Member Experience. Registration resistance.

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Got a writing project ? I usually work with association industry partners on blog posts, case studies, and other content marketing pieces , but am open to learning about other interesting projects outside that scope. More info/register. CAE credit.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Unlock the power of timeboxing for project management and professional development. Setting a Strategy for Recruiting Talent Learn about best practices for effectively hiring candidates for both permanent and project work in the meetings and events industry, including defining the role and devising a game plan for recruiting.

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LMS Leadership Strategy Recruitment 264

Reid All About it

APRIL 26, 2019

WBT Systems explains how to design and market programs that meet the education expectations of Millennials and Gen Z. How to Save Time Making Conference Education & Proposal Management Systems Work Together. Hear key takeaways from the presenters’ experiences working with association executives to deliver conference education.

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Higher Logic

JUNE 29, 2017

Too late, and you risk overwhelming your employees and dropping the ball on important projects, including delivering value and engaging your audience. In the beginning, one or two people may be able to manage all these projects, but they will likely become strapped for resources as demand grows.

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Team Member Engagement Analysis Revenue 196

Reid All About it

MARCH 10, 2023

WBT Systems explains how you can use ChatGPT to manage and market your association’s education programs. How to Personalize and Automate your Member Experience Despite technology that helps associations take some of the labor out of communicating with members, true custom member experiences still tend to require manual effort.

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