Association Management Software
At some point, every
association faces the difficult decision of what to do about its database.
We weigh the options, discuss it with coworkers and colleagues, consider
bringing it to the board, drop it for six months and then start the
process all over again. As we all know, boards don't like to pay for
solutions to our problems.
The options are few and expensive:
1. Keep what you have with all of its problems.
2. Build on what you have with all of its problems.
3. Try to develop a system in-house to meet your needs.
4. Contract with a development firm to build a customized system.
5. Buy an "off-the-shelf" association management system.
More and more, people are choosing the "off-the-shelf" option. The advantages
include sharing the good ideas of others, spreading development costs
over multiple associations, and opportunities for interaction with fellow
users. The disadvantages include less control of the final product,
less access to developers, and inability to meet changing needs of your
association.
One thing remains constant with all of the options above; everyone gets
frustrated with his/her membership database. You are not alone after
all! Databases are complex, ever-changing pieces of software with users
of varying skill and patience levels. Problems should be expected.
If you are in the decision-making process or if you'd like advice on
your current software, Promethius Consulting is here to help.
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What's
new at Promethius?
Promethius Consulting is proud to announce the newest member of our team, Melissa Dixon. Melissa, a recent graduate of Ball State University, came aboard to fill our new Director of Creative Services position. As Director of Creative Services, Melissa will be designing web sites and creating promotional material for our clients. Melissa is eager to take on any of our clients design needs. If you have any web or any promotional print needs please contact us at 317.916.1250 or email Melissa at mdixon@promethiusconsulting.com
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