sector tools

in one placeWorking to improve the quality of lives of service users is what people in the sector are driven by. The problem is translating the stories and the benefits of the services into measurements that can be demonstrated to funders.

Social Impact Tracker is an on-line database designed to provide a solution for front line organisations.

Social Impact Tracker is a secure online database that:

Google has now launched an express version of its popular Adwords Pay Per Click programme. This new service is aimed at organisations and businesses that operate at a local level and want to take advantage of on-line advertising.
Did you know that 20% of searches are for something local.

ipadioRecently I have been working with a few groups who want to capture peoples thoughts about the services they use and what could be done to improve these services.

The concern is that using on-line surveys and traditional paper based tools self excludes many people who do not feel confident with the internet and/or reading and writing.

Social media, Facebook, Twitter, Blogs and podcasts are created and used by organisations in the voluntary sector to influence people. You may wish to influence their attitudes, their actions and their donations. By understanding the how you can influence people you can improve the effectiveness of your use of social media.

who said thatKnowing what people are saying about your organisation is important.

The speed of communication and the growth of social media means that a misunderstanding or genuine grievance can have a massive impact on your organisation's on-line reputation.

You can also miss out on potential supporters who are making positive statements about you, or the work you are doing.