Interactive Training: Using Tech to Simplify Nonprofit Operations
This training session is designed to help you explore how technology can make nonprofit operations more efficient and effortless. Through practical frameworks and real-world examples, you will learn to identify barriers to technology adoption, discover tools to streamline processes, and understand how to tailor solutions to your organisation’s needs.
What You Will Gain from This Session
- Understanding the Role of Technology in Nonprofit Efficiency
- Learn how technology can reduce operational burdens, improve compliance, and streamline day-to-day processes.
- Discover ways to focus more on your mission by eliminating inefficiencies with the right tools.
- Identifying Stakeholders and Their Needs
- Understand how to identify key stakeholders like employees, donors, community members, and government agencies.
- Gain insights into assessing these stakeholders’ needs to choose tech solutions that align with organisational goals.
- A Framework for Implementing Tech Solutions
Explore the L1 to L4 framework for adopting technology:
- L1: Foundational needs like communication and documentation tools.
- L2: Tools to improve daily workflows.
- L3: Advanced solutions for managing data and analysis.
- L4: Scalable tools for maximising impact.
This structured approach will guide you through the process of adopting and scaling technology effectively.
- Overcoming Barriers to Technology Adoption
Learn to tackle challenges such as:
- Lack of training or technical expertise.
- Resistance to change within teams.
- Budget constraints and high implementation costs.
- Gain strategies to build capacity and create a tech-positive culture in your organisation.
- Introduction to Open Source Tools
- Discover ERPNext, an open-source software that can address a wide range of nonprofit needs:
- Manage accounting, donor relationships, inventory, and compliance at minimal cost.
- Benefit from its user-friendly interface and customisable features, suitable for organisations of any size.
By the end of this session, you will have a clear understanding of how to leverage technology to make your nonprofit’s operations smoother, more efficient, and impactful. With the frameworks and tools provided, you can take actionable steps towards transforming your organisation.
