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Associations Need Technology Plans
Supposed to make our lives easier
Without a plan, technology can work against your organization
Avoid tech traps
3 Technology Traps for Associations to Avoid
•Technology Trap #1: Shiny Object Syndrome
•Technology Trap #2: Creating a Piecemeal System
•Technology Trap #3: Not Using All Tools Available
Technology Trap #1: Shiny Object Syndrome•Tempting to jump on latest tech trend• Ex: does your conference
need a custom app? • Maybe – but ask these
questions first•Ask: Does it fit with the association’s needs?•Ask: Is it needed or just “nice to have?”
Technology Trap #2: Creating a Piecemeal System
•Is your association guilty of buying new tools as focus changes?• Ex: this month blogging platform, next month email
service, after that an online registration tool•Streamline accounts and payments by selection one membership management tool•Added benefit: comprehensive reporting with all data in one place
Technology Trap #3: Not Using All Tools Available
•If your association has invested in membership management software, are you using to full potential?•Take the time to import all your data for best results• Membership management
company should provide guidance
Summary
•Technology is a huge investment for associations•Before investing, pinpoint exactly how the tool will benefit your organization•Analyze time and cost benefits before purchasing any tools•Use membership management software to streamline services
Inspiration for the Value of Technology
“Technology made large populations possible; large populations now make technology indispensable.”
-Joseph Wood Krutch
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