Databases

We'll show you what data conversion entails, how to prepare for a data move, and weigh the pros and cons of various data-migration techniques.

This donor-management product comparison chart will help you evaluate software based on your needs.

Best practices for selecting and managing a constituent database at smaller NPOs.

Nonprofit technology experts share their recommendations for affordable constituent databases.

How to choose a donor database that will support successful fundraising.

Real-world accounts of how different nonprofits have successfully set up donor databases.

Idealware asks eight nonprofit technology professionals to recommend membership databases.

Check out this review of various donor management software packages.

Client management and outcomes-tracking databases can help your nonprofit be more effective.

Download an example of a service delivery flowchart.

This functional requirements spreadsheet will help you compare software based on your needs.

No need to spend a lot on a donor database. Check out our list of free and low-cost options.

CompuMentor helps environmental NPOs build databases through the Environmental Solution Forum.

Nonprofits band together to create databases and build software.

Read how one nonprofit used technology strategically for civic engagement.

A law that aims to count homeless people worries privacy advocates.

Learn how to avoid common database implementation mistakes.

Database planning can be a daunting task. Learn lessons from an NPO that's been through it.

There's no right way to build a database. Assessing your needs can help create the best solution.

ebase is a set of tools and community of users that is powerful, affordable, and accessible.

Rethink database planning, management, and training with this guide to organizational strategies.

Should you build or buy your database? We’ll help you decide how to best manage your information.

Learn all about MYSQL and PostgreSQL, two Open Source, server-based database management systems.

Learn to better serve your users with dynamically generated pages and a database-driven Web site.

Relational databases can keep track of complex relationships. Find out why you might need one.

Use remote access to share data with your clients and colleagues and to travel freely.

Databases can help you manage your data effectively, but implement them carefully.

This guide to the database planning process includes templates, worksheets, questionnaires.

How to decide what kind of information storage system your organization needs.

These tips can help your organization create usable, sustainable, and sharable databases.

Learn how to choose a membership database that's right for your organization.

ebase is designed to help an organization track its relationship with members and constituents.

Databases demystified -- find out how your nonprofit can best manage contacts and information.

This worksheet will help you assess your nonprofit's database needs.

Here are some tips to facilitate proper database design and use.

A database planning process is essential, regardless of what you may think you need.

A quick overview of the differences between two popular database creation tools.

If you need help with your future database, you may want to hire a consultant to assist you.

Plan your database carefully and save time, money, and a world of trouble.

Use this worksheet to help you think through your accounting database needs.

Choose industry-standard communications platforms or go online so everyone can access information.