Board portals provide many benefits for board members as well as administrators. For directors, they offer an easy and secure access to both current and historical materials for meetings to assist in preparing for meetings. For administrators, they streamline the process of prepping digital board documents, taking meeting minutes, and then distributing actions items. This allows for more efficient governance and can cut down time for the administrative staff as well as the board.
When choosing a supplier, ensure that they provide devoted client support with experienced professionals available 24/7. This will ensure that any issues or questions will be addressed immediately and when you require it the most. Additionally, think about the way in which a service’s customer support is evaluated by peers and if they’ve been awarded industry awards for outstanding customer support.
Some vendors also charge extra fees for additional committees or administrators, training, and data storage. When comparing prices, look at these additional costs to determine how they affect your overall cost.
A great way to evaluate a management system for boards is to try it out for yourself before you purchase it. Ask the vendor business transformation if they provide a trial period for free so you can test out the capabilities and determine whether it meets your needs. Also look for a vendor that offers a mobile app to allow directors to access the program on their preferred devices, even when traveling for business. This allows them to keep up-to-date with meeting agendas, notes, and documents, as well being able to easily attend meetings remotely.
POSTED BY
John Avery
29th October 2024
