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Three Ways Non-Profit Management Software Can Support Missions(Marketwire Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) VICTORIA, BC and MANCHESTER, NH -- (Marketwired) -- 04/04/13 -- While mobile apps, social media and CRM tools get the bulk of attention when non-profit organizations think about technology, the behind-the-scenes enterprise software that few people ever see can be an even more important driver of transformation, according to UNIT4 Business Software, the North American subsidiary of UNIT4 (EURONEXT AMSTERDAM: UNIT4), the global enterprise software provider for Businesses Living IN Change (BLINC)™. As non-profits contend with the dual uncertainties of a fragile economy and the future of charitable deductions -- which both affect fundraising and forecasting -- these organizations are under increased pressure to be accountable and transparent to donors and regulators. However, without solid enterprise software solutions, the social media, CRM and mobile apps -- while important -- will lack the data that a non-profit needs to share accurate, useful information to its stakeholders. Here are three ways non-profit management software can help transform non-profit organizations: Provide real-time, seamless access to data. Many non-profits operate with either legacy systems or multiple, disparate systems, leaving them without immediate access to reliable financial and operational information. That creates problems when they need to manage spending in real time and ensure they remain in compliance with any grant restrictions. Beyond reporting, access to real-time data can help the organization make better decisions, whether about budgeting and forecasting, project costing and billing or program development. Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) by operational area. Non-profit management software that offers multi-dimensional tracking and reporting can provide financial insight and management down to the level of specific projects, regions, grants, etc. A non-profit can then establish meaningful KPIs that support the organization's mission.Respond to changing conditions. Whether change is driven by internal or external factors, non-profit software -- including HR, procurement, and business process automation tools -- should provide the ability to easily respond. "Non-profits that are able to break down information silos in their organizations and respond to internal and external changes as they occur will be better positioned to support their mission. Through integrated systems, departments will have a better understanding of how each area affects others within the organization, and they will enjoy a single, real-time and accurate view of all the data available," said Boyd Fisher, Director, Public Sector at UNIT4 Business Software. UNIT4 to Exhibit at Booth 79 at NTEN 2013 UNIT4 Business Software has a strong track record of working with non-profit organizations, providing enterprise software that helps them face internal and external changes. Learn more about our non-profit management software: UNIT4 Agresso or visit UNIT4 at the upcoming Non-profit Technology Conference (NTEN) 2013, April 11-13 in Minneapolis. Organized by the Non-Profit Technology Network, NTEN will showcase the latest in non-profit technology and provide insight into how technology can enhance non-profit missions. "Exhibiting at NTEN is another great opportunity for us to become more involved in the non-profit community and see what is new and exciting in non-profit technology," Fisher said. About UNIT4 Business Software UNIT4 Business Software is the North American subsidiary of UNIT4, a $624 million global business software and services company that creates, provides and supports software for Businesses Living IN Change -- delivered via the cloud or on-premise. It offers solutions that help these fast-changing public, private, non-profit and higher education 'BLINC' organizations embrace business change -- simply, quickly and cost-effectively. UNIT4 Agresso, the company's flagship Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) suite and UNIT4 Coda Financials, its best-of-class financial management software, are used by 6000+ organizations in more than 100 countries. For more information visit our website or follow the company on Twitter, LinkedIn and Innovating4Change, the company blog. Add to Digg Bookmark with del.icio.us Add to Newsvine Media contact: Margaret Bonilla Birnbach Communications Phone: (603) 548-0693 Email: Email Contact Twitter: @Marg_Bonilla Source: UNIT4 Business Software |