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. The sponsor ensures that appropriate resources are available — for example, the budget to hire a competent project manager and business analyst.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 20, 2023

He pairs each one with relatable examples to drive the point home. In 2016, China reported 17.86 Subscribe to Blog via Email Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Organizer: Association Women Technology Champions Wed 10/25 at 12 p.m. Online community.

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NXUnite

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

In this article, we’ll introduce you to remarkable social good investors who are actively seeking out companies committed to positive change, including anything from fundraising technology vendors to Google Grants agencies. For example, an investor might use ESG standards to assess a for-profit clothing store’s supply chain practices.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 25, 2017

Department of Labor, in December 2016 there were 5.6 Existing Technology: Between learning management systems (LMS), association management systems (AMSs) and social media, many associations have a robust technology ecosystem in place to support rapidly changing skills-based training and digital badges. According to the U.S.

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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. For example, the RACI matrix spells out who must be consulted and informed about different aspects of the project. Don’t underestimate the importance of regular communication.

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Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 18, 2016

If you’ve been following this blog for the past five years (heck….even Fast forward: Naylor recently released the results of its 2016 Communications Benchmarking Study. While under staffing remains a top concern among associations, especially in the communications department, some positive trends emerged in the 2016 survey.

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Beth Kanter

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

We had some awesome submissions from nonprofit bloggers about being healthier and happier in 2016. 5 Core Values at Work for 2016 by Kathy Naylor, VP of HR and Talent at the MIND Research Institute shares the core values that will insure your happiness and health at your nonprofit career. 7 No Cost Self-Care Actions by Lori L.

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Achurch

JUNE 21, 2023

Changes to your organization’s technology stack are inevitable. Employees’ willingness to support enterprise change collapsed to merely 38% in 2022 , compared with a healthy 74% in 2016. Give them details and examples to make it resonate. For example, describe how a four-hour task will now take 30 minutes.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 19, 2017

In June 2016, an article in Association Now magazine referenced a study titled “ Member Engagement Study: Aligning Organization Strategy With What Matters Most to Members.” In the workplace, the pace of work is also accelerating with people expected to accomplish more in less time, thanks largely in part to the growing use of technology.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 15, 2016

This article was originally published in the Association Executives of North Carolina’s Success By Association magazine, February 2016 issue. ~~~. At a recent AENC Technology Roundtable , I told my fellow attendees about two time-saving social media tools I couldn’t live without: Hootsuite and Buffer. Most of mine are private.

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Associations Now

JUNE 27, 2019

“The continued movement toward creating stronger event experiences means those arranging them will take on a multitude of roles—from event and motivational ambassadors to technology implementors and experts to food critics,” the report said. “As That’s up 10 percent since 2016. ’ The CEO? The meeting participant? The host venue?

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WBT Systems

JANUARY 10, 2017

With so many blog posts and articles, how do you wade through all the predictions to uncover what trends will directly impact your association’s learning technology strategy this year? Mobile learning is referenced in almost every blog or article about 2017 eLearning solutions trends we researched. You don’t have to!

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

David Spinks (@DavidSpinks) November 14, 2016. Mertz, CAE (@DianaTMertz) November 14, 2016. These programs are continuously changing to adapt to the changes that occur in any profession or trade as society develops, such as the introduction of new technologies that may redefine the skills and knowledge required for certain occupations.

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Associations Now

JUNE 25, 2019

One example is Thread, a standard born from the popular thermostat product Nest that networks connected devices together. In a recent blog post, OCF noted the importance of interoperability in building a strong connected-device ecosystem. That lack of communication has started to shift in favor of more interoperability.

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Beth Kanter

JANUARY 4, 2016

For example, just a few weeks ago I decided to kick a bad habit to curb: sleeping with my mobile phone which was disrupting my sleep. When I look back on 2015, it was a very rich and productive year. And, I expect no less in 2016. How about you? I did it! I’m now am feeling refreshed and recharged for a new year.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 2, 2017

I’m looking forward to spending a few days next week talking and thinking about association technology. Content hubs are “more substantial than a blog and more focused than a website… [They] provide contextual depth and authoritative breadth on a select handful of strategic industry topics that matter to your industry.” 1 CAE credit.

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Associations Now

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

In the span of a few months last year, here on this blog we explored both the potential power of automatic membership renewal combined with monthly payments as well as an example of one association that had launched just such a model.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 16, 2017

Anyone in the association and nonprofit community is encouraged to donate to this digital food drive organized by my friends at DelCor Technology Solutions. Hear about the pros and cons of mobile apps and mobile web, and walk through examples of both and the strategies behind them. Host: Event Manager Blog. Duration: 1 hour.

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WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

We explore some of the key takeaways from the whitepaper in this blog, but we highly recommend that all associations should also read the whitepaper, which is available online. Key among these recommendations is that associations must be willing to consider alternative delivery methods and new technologies. Why the need for change?

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WBT Systems

MARCH 27, 2018

An online instructor must understand not only how learners learn but also how to leverage technology to help them take in and retain information. For example, you may think students will enjoy group projects, but find out they actually dread the idea. #3: 3: Plan for delivery diversity. Don’t be afraid to use video.

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Associations Now

JUNE 28, 2016

But in a new press release , Gartner says that anti-cloud sentiment is likely to fade away in a few years, as the offerings improve and bleeding-edge technology becomes cloud-only—think, for example, Adobe’s Creative Cloud offering, which is only available as a subscription service but is frequently updated for end users.

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Reid All About it

JULY 7, 2017

Billboard says, “In 2016 there were 35 Patreon creators who made more than $150,000.” And this year, Patreon is on track to facilitate $150 million in payments to creatives—another example of the collaborative economy where the middleman is replaced by a technology platform. Presenter: Julius Solaris, editor, Event Manager Blog.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 23, 2017

If you need a DIY approach to analytics, take a look at Debbie King’s advice for creating an analytics strategy and roadmap at the Association Analytics blog. Demystify the data being collected by technology at your events. Share an example of your organization’s most successful (unique) corporate partnership. Duration: 2 hours.

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Reid All About it

MAY 5, 2017

I used to read lots of food blogs but I got sick of the invasive advertising. Hiking vacations might cause me to miss conferences, but the positives outweigh that one negative, for example, I’ve become braver. See real-life Microlearning examples and understand how organizations have achieved results. More info/register.

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Associations Now

DECEMBER 13, 2019

With the help of technology tools and the vast quantities of member data that associations collect, you can do this in more personal ways. One example, says Peggy Hoffman, CAE, president of Mariner Management and Marketing, is the “member year in review” note. That creates an opportunity for you. And Marriott noted where I traveled.

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Associations Now

AUGUST 16, 2016

“As it turns out, the very technologies that would threaten the historic value proposition of associations may pave the way for their tech-enabled second act,” Freedman and Finkelstein write. Technology won’t put associations out of business. Check out our live blog for event highlights.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

If you want to keep up with the mergers, sales and acquisitions in the association technology market, subscribe to Ben Martin’s theNIRD.org. Find out to pick the best topic for your first broadcast and get examples of creative Facebook broadcasts from other nonprofits. Follow Blog via Email. Wed 2/8 at 1 p.m. More info/register.

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.orgCommunity

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

This blog was originally posted by our strategic partner, Association TV® on WorkerBee.TV Technological change. Technological. Technological change is also forcing a major impact on associations. 2016 was the first year where more than 50% of content consumption was “mobile and online”. Demographics. Behavioral.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

If you want to keep up with the mergers, sales and acquisitions in the association technology market, subscribe to Ben Martin’s theNIRD.org. Find out to pick the best topic for your first broadcast and get examples of creative Facebook broadcasts from other nonprofits. Follow Blog via Email. Wed 2/8 at 1 p.m. More info/register.

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Achieve

MAY 21, 2017

The following blog first appeared on. And the organizations that are the most successful at that are those that use technology in innovative ways to design memorable experiences. Here are three examples: 1. The technology of tomorrow. For example, One.org. For example, One.org. Philanthropy News Digest.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

Right now, today, in 2016 is the best time to start up. Kevin Kelly, from his book, The Inevitable: Understanding the 12 Technological Forces That Will Shape Our Future ). Maybe you’ve seen them speak at a conference or webinar, read their blogs or even worked with them. Follow Blog via Email. Right now, this minute.

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Socious

DECEMBER 12, 2016

The numbers above are taken from a study titled Great Expectations: The Evolving Landscape of Technology in Meetings , completed by American Express (AMEX) Meetings & Events division. AMEX surveyed hundreds of meeting planners and event attendees to find out how technology is impacting meetings today.

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Forj

DECEMBER 29, 2017

As always, we try to use this blog post to speak from our experience as a learning technology partner to organizations that provide continuing education and professional development. In eLearning, we are at the very start of the hype curve with distributed ledgers: we can imagine the technology solving one of our recurring problems.

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Associations Now

MARCH 18, 2016

ONA) March 18, 2016. This post from Online News Association (ONA) Digital Director Trevor Knoblich may be focused on ONA’s 2016 annual conference, but it also contains valuable insights for anyone who wants to promote an idea for a conference session. — Heather Pownall (@HeatherPownall) March 15, 2016.

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Associations Now

JANUARY 15, 2016

The Association Learning + Technology 2016 report reveals that an overwhelming majority of associations offer technology-enabled learning like webcasts, virtual conferences, and self-paced tutorials. According to Association Learning + Technology 2016 , published earlier this month by Tagoras, Inc.,

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Associations Now

APRIL 12, 2016

London’s official convention bureau plays up the British metropolis as a hub for major technology events. The group’s goal, in some ways, goes beyond events: It plays up London as a center of smart ideas and technological skills. — Optimist Consulting (@abby_w_p) April 12, 2016. million people.

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Associations Now

JANUARY 7, 2016

It’s almost a week into 2016 and, hopefully, after some downtime over the holidays, you’re feeling refreshed and ready to tackle the new year. In case you need some inspiration to get started, here are a few apps, research findings, and tips to make the most of 2016: Get organized. Inundated with email? Get a leg up.

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