Effective Board Portal Software
Board portals can be beneficial to both administrators and board members. For directors, they offer an easy and secure access to current and historical meeting materials to help prepare for meetings. Administrators can streamline the process of preparing digital board packs including meeting minutes, and then distributing action items. This facilitates more efficient governance, and can cut down time for the administrative staff and the board.
When choosing a supplier, make sure they provide dedicated client support, with skilled experts who are available 24/7. This will ensure that you can get immediate assistance with any questions or concerns particularly at times when you’re most in need. Additionally, think about how a provider’s customer service is evaluated by peers and if they’ve been awarded industry awards for outstanding support.
Certain vendors charge an additional fee for additional committees, administrators, training and data storage. When comparing pricing, look at these additional costs to see how they impact your overall cost.
A great way to evaluate the board management software is to test it for yourself before you purchase it. Ask vendors if they can offer a free trial period to allow you to test the BoardMaps capabilities and determine what it can do for your needs. Look for vendors that offer an app that is mobile-friendly to allow directors to access the solution on their preferred devices while on business trips. This will allow them to keep up-to date with agendas, notes and documents, as as easily attend meetings remotely.