With a wide range of integration possibilities and reporting flexibility, Sage Intacct might be the right financial management software for your organization. In this review, guest contributor Stewart Urist highlights a few of the key functionalities that have improved his organization's daily workflow and the quality of the financial information available, and flags some pitfalls to keep in mind along the way.
Amidst a host of negative reviews, season three of The Bear seems to epitomize the promise of prestige television -- bigger stars, bigger budgets, and higher production quality. Season three is ambitious and challenging, and it doesn’t allow the limitations of the television medium to dictate how the stories it wants to tell should be told.
At the core of fundraising is the relationship between a nonprofit and those constituents who are most passionate about that organization’s mission. As development professionals it is vital to find touchpoints that cultivate and maintain these mutualistic relationships. Convenience for the donor is critical to getting a first gift that leads to a sustained philanthropic relationship. DipJar offers a unique giving opportunity for organizations “on the road,” those with a facility, or those hosting fundraising special events.
Many have likely browsed the internet long enough to have been fooled by an AI-generated image or two at some point. Text-to-image models like DALL·E , Midjourney, and Stable Diffusion have advanced enough that most people only have about a 50%-60% chance of discerning if an image is AI generated, and the odds aren’t improving - but are these models good enough to forego using human artists altogether? This article provides a comparative review of the various offerings of Midjourney.
In the last two years, more than a dozen Virtual Reality tools have emerged, offering artists a wide range of mediums to express their creativity. These VR platforms have allowed every type of artist to showcase their talents in the Metaverse. This article delves into an exploration and comparison of VR, 2D painting software applications, comparing their capabilities against traditional oil and acrylic painting techniques. If you are an artist considering investing in a headset for your artistic endeavors or simply choosing an app, this article will provide a comprehensive side-by-side comparison of these programs with their real-life counterparts.
We are surrounded by data, making it difficult to figure out where to begin, let alone how to analyze or use the information. Sparkwise is one of many data visualization tools allowing users to build dashboards, but was actually designed with nonprofit organizations in mind. The free web-based system is particularly useful for low-budget organizations or those just beginning to apply data analytics. Click here to read the full review.
We are surrounded by data, making it difficult to figure out where to begin, let alone how to analyze or use the information. Sparkwise is one of many data visualization tools allowing users to build dashboards, but was actually designed with nonprofit organizations in mind. The free web-based system is particularly useful for low-budget organizations or those just beginning to apply data analytics.
AMT Lab contributor Kristen Sorek West explores the social media analytics platform Keyhole and its real-time data tracking services. The social media listening tool collects Facebook, Twitter and Instagram activity information in one location, giving users the ability to perform targeted searches on users and content across channels. Click here to read the full review.
AMT Lab contributor Kristen Sorek West explores the social media analytics platform Keyhole and its real-time data tracking services. The social media listening tool collects Facebook, Twitter and Instagram activity information in one location, giving users the ability to perform targeted searches on users and content across channels. Click here to read the full review.
AMT Lab Contributor Claire Young reviews Reddit, the "front page of the internet," and offers some ideas about how arts organization might use this popular tool to reach new audiences and promote their institutions. Read the full review here.
Reddit has particular promise as part of a digital strategy. The subreddit system, in effect, encourages users to self-segment themselves into target markets. This creates opportunities for organizations to connect with very specific audiences. Unlike the shock-and-awe blitzkrieg characteristic of billboard or TV ads, Reddit posts can target narrowly, an offering completely different from Facebook or Twitter outside of paying for sponsored posts.
Universal access to Virtual Reality (VR) technology is on the horizon. Rapid developments in advanced VR technology coming from companies such as Oculus Rift and Google have piqued the interest of entrepreneurs in many sectors. Through VR, people can now experience concerts, roller coasters, and even test-drive cars from the comfort of their homes. Savvy arts managers should pay close attention to this technology. Audience engagement could very well shift from filling seats to wearing headsets within the next decade. Read the full product review here.
Universal access to Virtual Reality (VR) technology is on the horizon. Rapid developments in advanced VR technology coming from companies such as Oculus Rift and Google have piqued the interest of entrepreneurs in many sectors. Through VR, people can now experience concerts, roller coasters, and even test-drive cars from the comfort of their homes. Savvy arts managers should pay close attention to this technology. Audience engagement could very well shift from filling seats to wearing headsets within the next decade.
AMT Lab correspondent Aoni Wang shares her impressions of the app, NO AD, the new app that replaces advertisements in the NYC subway system with street art. Read her full review here and please share your comments or experiences in the comments!
A recent Endgadget article highlights an artistic solution to getting the advertisements out of your way - an app called “NO AD” which digitally replaces advertisements with street art. Intrigued by the concept, and already planning to visit the Big Apple, I seized this opportunity to try it out and share my hands-on impressions.
