Overview:

We will be presenting the findings from our research project for the ICT Hub. The title is a real mouthful but it basically boils down to what software is available to the small to medium sized VCS in terms of Databases (CRM), Financial packages, Fundraising, Content managed Websites, on line transactions (fundraising) and a final category entitled “software you need but don't have”.

Session Facilitator:

Lewis Atkinson (Community IT Academy)

Biography:

Lewis Atkinson is a former teacher and IT manager. In addition to working in the public sector, prior to working in the voluntary sector, he spent a few years working in the commercial sector. Being involved in IT management and training for around 25 years he has gained experience in all aspects of IT recently moving into IT capacity building by working on strategy, planning and management.

Lewis has maintained an interest in the Circuit Riding movement and is actively involved in the delivery of 2 projects in the North East region. CITA is a Net:Gain centre, offers the full range of IT services including website design and technical support and is actively involved in the provision of Open Source solutions.

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