When narrowing down your search for association management software, the most important step is to ensure you understand what you are getting and what it will cost.
Read Part 1 of the blog series to get an
understanding of what features are available
Before finalizing your agreement with the software provider, get a solid understanding of all costs (in writing), including:
- Terms of the agreement
- What is included or, more specifically, what’s not included
- Initial setup cost
- Training and support
- Per-member surcharge
- Per-transaction charge (% or $)
- Per-event-registration charge
- Per-email-sent charge
- Upgrades
- Updates
- Bandwidth
- Storage space
A written cost proposal is a must. Clarifying exactly what you’re getting is key to avoiding confusion and frustration down the road.
Read Part 2 of the blog series to learn what
to ask about software training and support
SEE ALSO: What Is an AMS and What Does It Do?