Posts Tagged: "software"
February 18, 2020
5 Questions to Ask Before Your Nonprofit’s Next Software ImplementationIs your nonprofit scouting the arena of back-office systems in the pursuit of increased organizational efficiency and mission success? In the world of software and technology, JMT is referred to as a “Value-Added Reseller” (“VAR”) of the products we represent. As in other industries, many software publishers choose to work with a network of partners…
February 6, 2018
Outputs vs. Outcomes: What’s the Difference and Why Does It Matter?Donors want to know if their donations are impacting the work of your nonprofit through its mission. Increasingly, this means telling your story through numbers—something that nonprofits don’t always do well. Marc J. Epstein, co-author of the book, Measuring and Improving Social Impacts: A Guide for Nonprofits, Companies, and Impact Investors, says that “The need…
January 15, 2018
Top 5 Myths about Fund Accounting in the CloudIn the mission-driven nonprofit world, fund accounting software can sometimes slip down the priority list. It’s not always easy to allocate budget dollars to back-office infrastructure that doesn’t directly support the nonprofit agenda and harder to find the time and expertise to make it all work. Some of the obstacles include: Capital investment for software…
January 5, 2018
Nonprofits in the Cloud: It’s More than Cost SavingsMoving your nonprofit financials to the cloud from an on-premises solution can significantly reduce your costs. There are other benefits you may not have considered, though—pluses that are just as beneficial as bottom-line savings. Your fund accounting becomes more efficient, compliance is easier, and you have a better view of your organization’s performance. A closer…
April 6, 2015
What is Nonprofit Accounting Software?I spoke recently with a prospective client that asked a simple question: What makes nonprofit accounting software “nonprofit accounting software”? I realized at that moment that there are software products in the marketplace that bill themselves as being “built for nonprofits” and there are others that claim to “work well for nonprofits”, but then…
March 31, 2015
Software vs. Solution: Why work with an independent value-added reseller versus a software publisher directly?If you have ever approached a software vendor about their product, it probably went something like this: “Do you have budget for a purchase?” “When do you plan to buy?” “Are you the decision-maker?” “Who is our competition?” “Have you seen a demo?” Often, there is only a mild interest in reason why you inquired…
July 15, 2013
Sage Nonprofit Solutions is Now AbilaAs many of you may have seen through email communications and press reports, Sage Nonprofit Solutions has completed the next step in their transition to being an independent company. The company that produces the products known as Sage 100 Fund Accounting (aka “MIP”), Sage Fundraising 50, Millennium and Sage Grant Management will now be known…
