Many large associations have a big IT team. They have complex processes that are continually changing, and they need a large IT team to support them. In turn, their IT departments need more control over the functionality in their association management software (AMS)...
There are dozens of association management software (AMS) systems on the market today. How do you choose the one that’s right for your organization? Let’s break it down into three key areas: Which AMS capabilities are right for your organization Selecting the right...
With so many association management software offerings available, it’s hard to know which AMS is the right fit for your organization. To help you in your search for the best member management software, look no further than Digital.com. After more than 40 hours of...
The Aptify team was excited to, once again, take part in the Community Brands annual Xperience conference. But this time, it was a little different. Like most organizations, there was a need to evolve event participation over the past year, but still deliver important...
When you’re looking for the right association management software (AMS) for your organization, you have multiple options. For large membership-based organizations, one of the primary AMS choices is between systems that are built on top of a customer relationship...
Your membership recruitment efforts worked! You have new members. Now it’s time to get them on board. In any relationship, the first interactions make a lasting impression. It’s the same with new members to your association. That’s why member onboarding is so...
A recent association industry study by Community Brands uncovered some interesting insights around virtual engagement: A majority of members of professional membership organizations who were surveyed in the study say they’re engaging online with their organization and...
Hear what Peter Bradley, Director of IT at American Dental Association has to say about working with Aptify association management software. Q: When did you implement Aptify? A: “We went live with Aptify at the end of 2011, and then over the next few years, we rolled...
Virtual conferences have become an essential tool for many associations. They’re a lifeline for staying connected with your members when meeting in person isn’t possible. They also offer members and sponsors much of the same value as in-person conferences, with the...
Issuing a request for proposal (RFP) is a best practice for big purchases like software. An RFP is a document that provides background and details about your project and solicits bids from vendors. It helps you gather proposals and discover how well potential products...
When it’s time to look for your next association management software (AMS) system, one thing you need to decide is what hosting environment you want. Do you want your AMS hosted in the cloud or on-premises? It’s important to understand the differences between the...
These days, virtual events are a must-do for helping to replace lost revenue and member engagement from cancelled events. They’re also a convenient, low-cost option for providing members with learning and networking opportunities year-round. Whether you’re moving...
