TechFoundation & Teaming for Technology at United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania in partnership with United Way of Southeast Delaware County and the Delaware County Government

TechConnect- a series on information technology for nonprofits
“Technical Decision Making & Evaluation for Non-Technical Managers”

Friday, February 13 , 2004
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Delaware County Emergency Services Training Center
1600 Calcon Hook Rd., Sharon Hill, Pa 19079
For directions go to: http://www.delcoestc.org/contact.htm

Abstract: Nonprofit managers are ever more often called on to make decisions about technology, but few have any background or training in information systems. Lack of confidence and, in some cases, skill often lead to slow and ineffective decision-making as well as flawed decisions and, in some cases, no decisions at all A combination of increased literacy, good decision making processes, and effective use of technical resources and peers leads to better, faster decisions, even for non-technical managers

Purpose of Presentation: The purpose of this presentation is to provide a roadmap for nonprofit managers faced with making decisions about technology, explaining the factors that need to be considered in such decisions, how to avoid common pitfalls, ways to judge the value of proposed technology, and resources for validating decisions. The presentation will also explain some of the reasons that decisions about technology are particularly difficult and risky for nonprofit organizations.

Goals and Objectives:
Attendees will:
   - Learn how to apply good decision-making skills to technology
   - Understand how to factor long-term costs and benefits into technology decisions
   - Know where to turn for advice and assistance
    -Find out how to avoid the most typical problems nonprofits have with technology

Presenter: Dr. Frank Bucolo-Total 1 Internet Solutions
To register online: http://www.techfoundation.org/index

Who should attend? All are welcome, but this presentation will be particularly useful for board members, CEOs, COOs, CFOs, and other nonprofit executives. What is the format for this event? There will be a presentation, with time allotted for questions, announcements, and shoptalk. Refreshments will be provided.

Do I need any technical expertise to benefit from attending this series? No. This is a non-technical presentation designed for professionals who are experts in other aspects of nonprofit administration, planning, and   implementation.

Do I need to make reservations? Yes. Seating is limited. Please send an email to ksherwin@techfoundation.org, register online at http://www.techfoundation.org/index or fax back the registration form. Please include your title, organization, and full contact information.

How much does it cost to attend? It is absolutely free to T4T members. The cost will be $20 for non-T4T members. Contact teamtech@uwsepa.org for more information about how to become a member.

Where can I get more information? Please write to the TechConnect team at ksherwin@techfoundation.org or

TechFoundation

955 Massachusetts Ave. 7th Floor

Cambridge, MA 02139.

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*Due to limited seating capacity, registration will be accepted until January 9, 2004 and attendees will be registered on a irst-come, first-served basis with priority given to nonprofit organizations.

To register online visit: http://www.techfoundation.org/index
To register by fax: send this form to 617-588.0480
To register by U.S. Mail: send this form to TechConnect, TechFoundation,
955 Massachusetts Ave. 7th Floor, Cambridge, MA 02139
To register by email: send this information to ksherwin@techfoundation.org


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