May 24, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, non-profits, Organizations
Last time, we covered the differences between custom-built enterprise learning management systems (LMS) and association LMS; this time, we’ll be going over how academic systems differ from those made for associations. 1. Academic LMS focus on grades; associations focus on professional development First, let’s look at the core reason for each LMS. What is the […]
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Staff Shortages and Associations: How the Right LMS Can Help You Out
January 24, 2023 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
Are you looking for ways to increase efficiency in your association, while also dealing with staff shortages? Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of where to start? Don’t worry–there’s a software solution to help you out, and it’s called a Learning Management System (LMS)! The right LMS can help bridge the staff shortage gap and […]
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Technology Consolidation: Why Should Your Association Consider It?
January 4, 2023 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
Technology consolidation is the process of integrating multiple technology platforms into a single system. This can be done for a variety of reasons, but it’s often performed to improve efficiency or reduce costs. Professional associations often need to consolidate their technology in order to keep up with the changing landscape of the workforce. As new […]
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How Requirements Documents Help Your Association Obtain the Perfect LMS
December 15, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
If your organization is in the market for a new Learning Management System (LMS), you may have heard the term “requirements document” thrown around quite a bit. But what is it? In short, a requirements document outlines all of the features and functionalities that your association needs for its LMS. Think of it as a […]
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Technology Tips and Tools to Help Bar Associations Build Trust and Support Members – Part 5
December 6, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
Since starting the Vocalmeet/Lexum article series, we’ve covered website improvement, research tools, cloud functionality, and online safety. Today, we’ll wrap up by covering how you can gain attention and help members with one of the internet’s best networking tools: social media! Tool: Social Media (and Related Apps) Next to your association’s website, social media may […]
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Technology Tips and Tools to Help Bar Associations Build Trust and Support Members – Part 4
November 25, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
We’ve now covered your bar association’s website, research tools, and cloud functionality; this time, we’ll be looking at how to protect your organization from internet miscreants and digital troublemakers! Tip: Safety First You want your association’s data to be accessible, but not too accessible–at least, not to the wrong people! Keep your files secure by […]
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Supercharge Your CE: Taking Advantage of Niche Content
October 11, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
Did you know? Over half of members join associations to learn industry best practices and to educate themselves on specialized topics–topics they can’t find anywhere else! What does that mean for member-based organizations? Well, they have to be proactive in providing content that is both useful and relevant to their members, as well as hits […]
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AMS vs LMS: What’s the Difference?
September 12, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
As the leader of a member-based organization, you’re likely responsible for managing many different aspects of your organization. From membership to finances to events, there are a lot of things to keep track of! When it comes to managing your association’s educational programs, you may be wondering if an Association Management System (AMS) or a […]
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Comparing Virtual Conference Software and Learning Management Systems
August 15, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
As a member-based organization or association, you may be wondering whether you need virtual conference software or a learning management system (LMS) While both types of software have their own distinct advantages, they are designed for different purposes. In this article, we’ll be looking at the differences between virtual conference software and learning management systems, […]
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Corporate vs Association LMS: Key Differences Explained
June 7, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, non-profits, Organizations, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
When it comes to choosing a learning management system (LMS), it is important to understand the differences between an association LMS and a corporate LMS. While both systems have similarities, there are several distinct differences that you should keep in mind. Association LMS vendors exclusively work with non-profit organizations. They enable associations to sell and […]
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Academic vs Association LMS: 4 Key Differences
May 24, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, non-profits, Organizations
Last time, we covered the differences between custom-built enterprise learning management systems (LMS) and association LMS; this time, we’ll be going over how academic systems differ from those made for associations. 1. Academic LMS focus on grades; associations focus on professional development First, let’s look at the core reason for each LMS. What is the […]
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