AI is beginning to appear across the iMIS ecosystem. Some capabilities are built directly into ASI products. Others are available through strategic partners that connect AI to iMIS data or to content stored across an association’s technology platforms. So far, ASI appears to be taking a deliberate, incremental approach. Instead […]
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There’s nothing quite like ASAE Annual. It had been several years since we’ve had the opportunity to attend and exhibit, I’m so glad we went. This year, more than 5,300 association professionals, industry partners, speakers and exhibitors descended on Indianapolis for the 2026 ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition — the […]
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Associations collect a tremendous amount of survey data: member satisfaction surveys, event evaluations, needs assessments, industry research, certification feedback, and more. Not to mention open-ended comments from members, volunteers, chapters, and boards. You already collect the data. The problem is finding the time to analyze it. That makes survey analysis […]
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For those of us who work in and around iMIS every day, documentation is more than a reference tool. It is often the fastest way to answer a simple question, confirm how a feature works, orient a new staff member, or refresh your memory on a process you only use […]
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A Self-Assessment Checklist for Associations Annual meetings are among the most visible and financially significant activities most associations undertake. When events run smoothly, they strengthen reputation, member loyalty, and revenue. When they do not, the consequences ripple across the organization, affecting finances, staff workload, sponsor relationships, and member satisfaction. Many […]
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Associations are under pressure from every direction: rising member expectations, staff burnout, complex credentialing requirements, rapidly changing policy environments, and increasing demands for timely communication. AI offers meaningful relief. Not as a replacement for professional judgment, of course, but as a tool to automate repetitive work, accelerate decision-making, and allow […]
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For decades, most associations depended on a familiar financial model: Membership dues + annual conference + publications. That model is under strain. Attendance is less predictable. Younger professionals are more selective about memberships. Sponsors expect measurable value. Digital alternatives compete for attention. Global disruptions can quickly affect in-person activities. By […]
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Membership decline rarely happens all at once. More often, it unfolds gradually. A member skips an event. Stops opening emails. Questions whether dues are still worthwhile. Lets membership lapse “for now.” And eventually disappears from the community entirely. For associations, this slow erosion can be more damaging than a sudden […]
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For years, associations have worked hard to be useful to their members, providing more education, more resources, and more programs. But “useful” isn’t the same as “indispensable.” Members today have no shortage of places to get information, training, and even community. What they’re really looking for is support that helps […]
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If you use iMIS, you already know how powerful the platform is. And how quickly it continues to evolve. One of the easiest (and most underutilized) ways to stay current, influence product direction, and get more value from iMIS is by attending the iMIS Sprint Reviews. iMIS Sprint Reviews are […]
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