Aptify

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Issuing a request for proposal (RFP) is a best practice for big purchases like software. It helps you gather proposals and discover how well potential products meet your requirements. You can take this a step further by issuing a request for information (RFI) before the RFP.

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Associations Now

MARCH 19, 2020

Citing major revenue losses related to the coronavirus pandemic, ASAE is asking lawmakers for $25 billion in emergency aid for associations in a proposed economic stimulus package, along with a federal pandemic risk insurance program. Go to the Issue Roundup on asaecenter.org.

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Community Associations Network

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

During the 2023 legislative session, legislation was proposed that would have made directors criminally liable for failure to timely respond to official record requests, among other provisions. Read the article……………………… What happens if that duty is breached?

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WBT Systems

MARCH 13, 2018

They know what questions to ask during the requirements gathering process to elicit the information needed for a request for proposal (RFP), including questions you’d never think about asking. You could go it alone and rely on the recommendations of your peers on forums and review sites. Benefits of Working with an LMS Consultant.

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Nimble AMS

JANUARY 8, 2020

Best practices say that when you’re ready to find a new association management software (AMS) system, you should issue a request for proposal (RFP). Read on for tips to ensure your RFP drives accurate proposals and helps you find the right AMS for your organization. Proposal format/outline. Request for references.

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Aptify

JUNE 29, 2022

After a period of declining membership, unions seem to be staging a comeback. . Here’s how your labor union can prepare for and take advantage of this opportunity for growth. . The union membership rate declined by 0.5 percent in 2021 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. However, recent movement in U.S.

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MatrixG

AUGUST 13, 2022

When proposing new initiatives, include the marketing and communications plan in the project budget. Most professionals budget for whatever technical or operational project they are proposing, e.g., a custom database application, a website redesign, etc. Her advice? Megan’s advice is brilliant.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 19, 2018

The request for proposal you send to learning management system (LMS) providers is only as good as the process you use to develop your LMS requirements. Before you even think about creating a request for proposal (RFP), you must spend time on the LMS requirements gathering and analysis process.

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Associations Now

MAY 18, 2023

Travel Portland recently reviewed its process for evaluating vendors when it issues requests for proposals and requests for qualifications. “We When faced with monumental challenges during the pandemic, planners adapted and found ways for people to meet. Organizations are looking for efficiencies to counter these concerns.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 26, 2018

Ask around for request for proposal (RFP) samples and send one of them to a dozen LMS vendors? Or, sending out a request for information (RFI). What’s your next step? You know the answer already if you read last week’s post : an LMS RFP is not the first step of the selection process, it’s the result of the first step.

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Ungrated

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

In July, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac released updates to project eligibility standards for condominiums and housing cooperatives. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac support around 70% of the mortgage market, according to the National Association of Realtors. This could be devastating for a condominium or housing cooperative association.

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Spark Consulting

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

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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Associations Now

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

The IRS has proposed removing the requirement that trade associations and other tax-exempt groups provide the names and addresses of donors who contribute $5,000 or more on Schedule B of their Form 990 return. The agency’s first attempt to roll back donor disclosure requirements was struck down last year by the U.S.

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YourMembership

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

Many AMCs are fairly passive in terms of business development, waiting for requests for proposal (RFP) to enter our email boxes via the strong AMCI system, allied societies and other sources in local markets. We went back and tracked the number of inquiries, proposals developed and wins, and continue to do so.

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Associations Now

DECEMBER 16, 2019

The request by ICANN delays the sale for at least another month while the organization evaluates the information. The request by ICANN delays the sale for at least another month while the organization evaluates the information. Now, a key organization responsible for the internet’s management is calling for a timeout.

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InternetAssociation

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Making sure the bulk of the proposed funding is available for immediate use rather than just those subject to a repayment plan will provide the federal workforce with the same advances in technology, cybersecurity, and user experience that every other American received.

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Higher Logic

MAY 29, 2020

While the way you align your proposed member community with your executives’ goals will vary by association, five of the most common priorities you might find in the strategic plan include new member acquisition, member engagement and retention, non-dues revenue growth, advocacy and legislation, and maintaining relevance.

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CommPartners

OCTOBER 30, 2019

The primary focus for most Request for Proposals is to ensure the platform selected meets a defined set of requirements. The review and whittling down of providers, tends to be based on which companies can satisfy those requirements. The company you will be working with is typically a secondary consideration. But should it be?

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Aptify

JULY 23, 2021

A lot is riding on your proposal to the board: staff’s productivity and effectiveness, data security, and usefulness, maybe even your reputation, and definitely your stress level. Why is it so challenging? For starters, before you even get to the selection phase, you must convince the board to fund the project. Download now.

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Nexus Marketing

AUGUST 16, 2023

Define Panel Topic: Put forward a topic for the panel, whether by suggesting a title or requesting our assistance in crafting one. Outreach Template: After your NXUnite point of contact has approved the proposed panelists, use the provided template to contact the individuals. NXUnite contact] – I’ll let you take it from here.

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Good timing by EventMobi because I’ve seen requests on ASAE Collaborate recently for a template like this. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Upcoming association events. and BJA Solutions for Associations (aka Barbara Armentrout) Awareness week. Threats ahead. Credit card processor.

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Associations Now

APRIL 21, 2020

A large portion of the Association of Proposal Management Professionals’ 10,000 members already work from home, so, mindful of the severity of the COVID-19 pandemic, APMP thought it was time to lighten the mood a bit after weeks of dire, stressful news. APMP members respond to government and commercial requests for proposals.

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GrowthZone

JUNE 21, 2017

Some grants may have detailed applications while others simply want you to submit your request. There are even instances of organizations creating grant requests where no request for proposal existed and getting them funded. Funding Request: This is a very important section. Absolutely. Don’t get overwhelmed.

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Delcor

JANUARY 15, 2020

An organization prioritizes project requests from the most persuasive line-of-business owner, rather than conducting an objective evaluation process. Assessing the value of proposed projects is a multi-variable decision, so you will need a method to evaluate the primary variables. Project Portfolio Management Defined. What’s Next?

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Associations Now

APRIL 10, 2020

The Senate adjourned Thursday after competing proposals to add funding for COVID-19 relief failed to win support, shifting attention to the House where another large-scale economic stimulus package is taking shape. But this unanimous consent request was not negotiated. Date: Monday, April 13. Time: 2:00–3:00 p.m. Register now.

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Delcor

MARCH 15, 2019

Is your software so customized you can’t upgrade it? Is your association starting a new line of business? Identify the reasons for change and the timing behind it , and make sure they’re legit reasons. A common pitfall for associations is investing in a new AMS simply because they think it’s time or they fall for some new cool technology.

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Velvet Chainsaw

MARCH 30, 2021

Here’s a quick checklist to use when you’re hiring an emcee: Write a request for proposal. The event’s flow and energy are in the hands of the emcee. She is responsible for ensuring that the conference’s objectives are met and that the audience is engaged from beginning to end. The Role of an Emcee.

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ReviewMyAMS

JULY 15, 2019

The truth is that there’s no such thing as the perfect request for proposal (RFP). Guest post by Euclid Technology Admittedly, the title of this blog is a bit misleading. Clearly translating all your association’s business processes and needs into a single document is a daunting task that can never be perfected.

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Associations Now

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

On February 21, Ethos Capital—the private equity firm seeking to buy the rights to operate the.org domain registry—offered a set of legally binding concessions to.org registrants concerned about the proposed sale. I’m not sure they go far enough to fully assuage fears about Ethos’ proposed acquisition of.org.

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Spark Consulting

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

In 18+ years in association management, I’ve been on both sides of the Request For Proposal process more times than I can count. And DO make your proposal easy to read and process. And you’re going to receive lower-quality largely boilerplate proposals as a result. Or a bunch of proposals that completely miss the point.

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Delcor

JANUARY 15, 2020

An organization prioritizes project requests from the most persuasive line-of-business owner, rather than conducting an objective evaluation process. Assessing the value of proposed projects is a multi-variable decision, so you will need a method to evaluate the primary variables. Project Portfolio Management Defined. What’s Next?

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Reid All About it

JUNE 7, 2019

Moonshots might seem unrealistic when first proposed, but that didn’t stop Henry Ford or the Wright brothers. Moonshots might seem unrealistic when first proposed, but that didn’t stop Henry Ford or the Wright brothers. When you wanted to b h about something? Should suppliers be members ? 1 CMP credit. More info/register. Host: PCMA.

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 29, 2021

So, we work to educate you about the technology so you can thoroughly understand the solutions we propose. Our goal is never to force a solution on you, but to propose solutions and help you understand how they work and why they might be the best options. Request a demo. Five key ways we partner with our customers. Digging in.

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GrowthZone

DECEMBER 18, 2018

A critical component to marketing your organization’s program should be a letter/proposal template that can be used by potential attendees to pitch the idea to their boss/board, etc. By helping them “sell” the idea, you’ve put the process in motion and reduced the stress associated with that type of request.

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GrowthZone

MAY 22, 2017

A key component of your overall conference marketing plan should be a letter/proposal template that can be used by potential attendees to pitch the idea to their boss/board, etc. By helping them “sell” the idea, you’ve put the process in motion and reduced the stress associated with that type of request.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 17, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. This is the last edition of Association Brain Food for the year. I’ll see you again on Friday, January 7, 2022. Wishing you and yours a very merry Christmas and a festive, fun holiday season. AMS/CRM software selection survey. AMS/CRM software selection survey.

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Associations Now

JUNE 4, 2019

We already request certain contact information, travel history, family member information, and previous addresses from all visa applicants,” a State Department statement said , according to The New York Times. This proposal has surfaced multiple times in recent years, and went through a public comment period last year. government.

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