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How to plan an effective request for proposal (RFP)

Nimble AMS

Many associations struggle to take the first step in planning an effective request for proposal (RFP) when attempting to get their board on board for new tech plans and in becoming the catalyst of change for their organization. . In reality, the expense of not investing in modern technology will cost your organization much more. .

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ICANN Proposal Would End Price Caps on.Org Domains

Associations Now

Associations and other tax-exempt groups could find it a lot costlier in the future to renew their website domain names ending in.org if a new contract proposed by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers is approved. ICANN is accepting public comments on the proposed new contract for.org registries until April 29, 2019.

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How to nail your AMS proposal at your next board meeting

Nimble AMS

Finally, w rap up the conversation with your AMS proposal , and by addressing the price tag. By first focusing on your association’s technological needs and then moving on to how a new AMS can help address these pain points, board members will be ready to hear your software proposal. Seek feedback.

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Build a Better Request for Proposal

Association Adviser

Requests for Proposals (RFPs) can be a useful tool for associations wanting to discover the best options for products or services they need. You ask for bids to fulfill a need, and companies send you their specs and pricing. The post Build a Better Request for Proposal appeared first on Association Adviser. Easy, right?

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The Consultant and the Association Exec Should Be Friends

Spark Consulting

I just submitted a proposal in response to an RFP that asked for my “project management methodology,” aka, my approach to managing the consultant/client relationship (which I thought was a damn fine question). The proposal process is like getting dating. We have to work together here! A partnership.

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Association Brain Food: 11.17.23

Reid All About it

TopClass LMS shares lots of tips on increasing the value (and price) of your webinars. Have a proposal due, but no new ideas? Your contributions will help identify common pitfalls, communication gaps, and processes that challenge the association community. Association webinars. Mentoring programs. More info/register.

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I’ve Looked at RFPs from Both Sides Now – Part 2

Spark Consulting

Clients aren’t the only ones who could use some advice to make the Request for Proposal (RFP) process go more smoothly. The client is probably not going to discount your proposal because of one or two typos. Have her give all your proposals a once over before they go out the door. DON’T send the LONGEST possible proposal.

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