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A combination of increased literacy, good decision making processes, and effective use of technical resources and peers leads to better, faster decisions, even for non-technical managers.
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Abstract: Nonprofit managers are ever more often called on to make decisions about technology, but few have any background or training in information systems. Lack of confidence and, in some cases, skill often lead to slow and ineffective decision-making as well as flawed decisions and, in some cases, no decisions at all A combination of increased literacy, good decision making processes, and effective use of technical resources and peers leads to better, faster decisions, even for non-technical managers
Purpose of Presentation: The purpose of this presentation is to provide a roadmap for nonprofit managers faced with making decisions about technology, explaining the factors that need to be considered in such decisions, how to avoid common pitfalls, ways to judge the value of proposed technology, and resources for validating decisions. The presentation will also explain some of the reasons that decisions about technology are particularly difficult and risky for nonprofit organizations.
Goals and Objectives:
Attendees will:
"With TechFoundation’s support, we have been able to bring our environmental message to the world, expand our offerings and improve communications within our organization. TF understands the needs of nonprofits and the power of 21st century technology."
Alec Webb, Board of Directors, TechFoundation and President & CEO, Shelburne Farms
Sharon Huang
placement at The Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston
Sharon served the Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston as an information technology specialist and a network administrator. She graduated with a B.A. in cognitive science and Chinese studies from Wellesley College, where she worked at the Information Services department and assisted various computer specialists.