To Wiki or Not to Wiki

Check out the latest issue of ASAE's Association Now magazine (pg. 20) for an article by Ben Martin and myself on the pluses and minuses of associations posting content to Wikipedia. The article is based on a blog discussion Ben...

Are You Solving Member Problems?

This is one of the most important questions your association should be asking! Unfortunately, many associations skip this step and jump right into designing / engineering mode. What bells and whistles will the product or service have? What fonts, color...

AMS RFPs & Selection What Associations Should Be Doing?

Okay to keep things fair and balanced, let's talk about the association's role in selecting the best software package. Here is how I categorize associations that participate in the AMS selection process. 360s - These are the associations who take...

Joe Grant's Recent Comments on Other Blogs

I just wanted to point out that I have added a new page under my links and resources section - Joe Grant's Recent Comments On Other Blogs. I like to read many different blogs and from time to time feel...

Responding to RFPs What AMS Vendors Should Be Doing!

Every time I consult with an association to help them strategically select the right AMS (association management software) solution, I am amazed at the diversity and mediocrity of vendor responses. Here is how I like to categorize the various groups:...