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7 Reasons Why IT Projects Fail – Part 2

Delcor

At times like this, you need an executive sponsor who has the project manager’s back and allocates the necessary resources to get the project back on track. The sponsor ensures that appropriate resources are available — for example, the budget to hire a competent project manager and business analyst. Lack of clear value proposition.

Project 96
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Trust, but verify: How to avoid buyer’s remorse with your association management software

Aptify

Ask the AMS vendor to provide demos and documentation to ensure integrations work the way you expect. Vague or incomplete documentation – Look at the documentation for the AMS system you’re considering. They help to ensure your entire staff understands how to use the new software and can get the help they need when they need it.

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How to enhance your association’s membership committee

Nimble AMS

A membership committee is a volunteer-based group of members , serving to improve the member experience at an association. Members who serve on the committee have a range of backgrounds and experiences making them fit for leadership. Promote member resources.

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Why members should have a seat at the leadership table

Nimble AMS

When it comes to delivering superior member experience (MX), association professionals know how important it is to invest in technology that drives member loyalty. Ensure your code is easy for members to find, making it accessible on your FAQ page and member portal. . Representing member interests.

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[New eBook] The Community Module Guide: How to Support Your Organization’s Business Objectives

Higher Logic

At its base, every community should maintain a strong foundation of core modules (the no-nonsense tools and features that are essential to your success, like calendars, discussion boards, directories, automation rules, and a resource library) to support its essential objectives. Drive a Better Member Experience with Additional Modules.

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Building Buy-In for an Online Community at Your Association

Higher Logic

If a document like this doesn’t exist, hold some informational interviews with your executive director and the head of the board to figure out what the association's main goals are for the upcoming year. Member-generated content shows you’re the place to be , while fostering peer-to-peer engagement among your most valuable members.

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7 Reasons Why IT Projects Fail – Part 1

Delcor

They must let staff know about anticipated changes in responsibilities, workflow, reports, and the member experience. Poorly Managed and Written Requirements Sorry to say, but your project is doomed if the requirements collection and analysis process is poorly managed or if requirements are poorly documented. But not always.

Project 97