The article discusses the challenges small nonprofits face in tracking software issues and enhancements, especially those using bespoke applications. It introduces a simplified solution called BFE (Bugs, Faults, Enhancements), suggesting a customizable spreadsheet for efficient issue tracking. This approach balances practicality with the limited technical resources of small organizations.
Continue readingWhat are challenges faced by small organizations that require bespoke software solutions? While there are IT service management tools available, these are often too large and costly to be realistic aids. This article sets the context for a subsequent post on the Bug, Fault, and Enhancement tool.
Continue readingThe post evaluates Results Based Management (RBM) and its effectiveness in strategic planning. It discusses the methodologies strengths and weaknesses. While RBM is criticized for fostering bureaucracy in organizations like the United Nations, it remains valuable if implemented in conjunction with encouraging a high-trust environment.
Continue readingTwo environmental organizations face challenges that at first blush seem to be identical. BLESS focuses on immediate public concerns, while SAPAA emphasizes long-term ecological health. Their strategies differ in governance, technology and data management, illustrating the importance of tailored solutions.
Continue readingSmall nonprofits can benefit from free or heavily discounted software offered by large organizations such as Google or Microsoft. In addition to crib notes on how to access these resources, considerations for the hard implementation and challenges to maintain the software are considered.
Continue readingA Citizen Science experiment to assess time-tracking for professional interests using the nonprofit planning tool IPOOG. Volunteer participants will contribute 3-4 hours providing feedback through peer review sessions, exploring the benefits and ethics of systematic time tracking. Results will be publicly shared in 2025.
Continue readingWhen does a volunteer management system make sense to a non-profit organization? This lunch-time Webinar will provide a survey of VMS systems and features.
Continue readingWhat are the challenges of defining applications and establishing ownership? A three-tier structure is proposed, highlighting the importance of accountability in technology usage and maintenance as applications evolve and become embedded in business processes.
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