🔴 Most fundraising functions are managed in basic MS Word applications like- MS Excel, PowerPoint etc. and no specific fundraising management software is in use
Poorly developed: Technology is yet to be introduced as an optimiser in fundraising function and the team operates with basic tools.
Reflection:
Check listing of existing tech infrastructure as against need - for various functions (HR, Finance, FR, etc.)
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Action:
Conduct a comprehensive technology infrastructure assessment and create budget for new needs.
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Notes for Development:
- Technology is yet to be introduced as an optimiser in fundraising function and the team operates with basic tools.
- Identify high needs asap and plan for tech system development.
- Technology system development is highly necessary. However, if you do not have a fundraising portfolio at all (meaning you do not have more than 1 or 2 funders), it might make sense for you to go slow on tech development and develop a fair portfolio first.