AuSAE - 5 Reasons to Integrate your Associations Website with Accounting Software

5 Reasons to Integrate your Associations Website with Accounting Software

13 May 2014 4:25 PM | Louise Stokes

Written by Max St John from Member Evolution

Traditionally associations used manual accounting business software, where data was manually input into the system. Now successful associations will find that maintaining several different pieces of software is extremely inefficient. Associations need to know there are solutions out there designed to improve their business processes with the right integrated accounting software.

Member Evolution has compiled 5 reasons why your association needs to consider an integrated member management solution that will drastically improve your associations businesses efficiency.

1. Improve Efficiency

The time, resources and costs of maintaining several different pieces of accounting software can have a significant impact on your association, not to mention human error and the tedious and repetitive task of manual data input.

The advantage of an integrated CRM association management solution is that it streamlines business processes through an automated system, minimising human error while increasing business efficiencies.

2. Decrease Operational Costs

Through implementing the one integrated accounting system it replaces all of the different pieces of software that would run all at once. This could have a significant financial impact on your association. By integrating your website with accounting software it decreases labour hours as well as operational costs.

3. Enhanced Control

With the cross functionality that an association offers such as; events, membership, resources, marketing and more it can be practically impossible to manage all platforms both effectively and efficiently. In this case, it is highly recommended to do some research into an integrated ecommerce platform that supports all of your association’s needs under the one umbrella including; accountancy software, analytics tools, mailing systems and much more.

4. Superior Order Systems

An online membership management solution will streamline your association, improving the order fulfilment. The overall workflow of an association website becomes more logical with the layout and functionality increasing the bottom line of an organisation and ease of use for their members.

5. Making the Choice

Before choosing an integrated e-commerce solution be sure you have all your associations needs and priorities outlined along with any specific requirements. A member management solution needs to be tailored around your association exact businesses processes, not the other way around!

A good member management provider such as Member Evolution has quality customer service and solutions that align with an organisation. The complete online membership software offered by Member Evolution integrates Xero accounting system.

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Strengthening Trans-Tasman Connections: AuSAE and Tourism New Zealand Business Events Renew Partnership

Association professionals across Australia and New Zealand have even more reason to explore trans-Tasman opportunities. AuSAE is proud to announce the renewal of its longstanding partnership with Tourism New Zealand Business Events, celebrating 11 years of collaboration.

For over a decade, this partnership has strengthened connections between the two countries, helping associations expand networks, share knowledge, and deliver world-class events.

Toni Brearley, CAE, Chief Executive Officer at AuSAE, said:

“Our partnership with Tourism New Zealand Business Events has opened doors for association leaders to plan unforgettable events and connect with peers across the Tasman. Together, we’ve created opportunities, shared knowledge, and elevated the experiences of our members and their delegates. This partnership reinforces our commitment to fostering strong trans-Tasman collaborations, helping associations innovate, grow, and deliver outstanding value to their members.”

Helen Bambry, Business Events Manager at Tourism New Zealand, added:

“Partnering with AuSAE means we can directly support association professionals in bringing their next international business event to New Zealand – offering assistance, funding, and support to ensure exceptional experiences for both organisers and delegates.”

Watch the Tourism New Zealand Business Events video

What this partnership means for you

For Australian associations:

Receive expert guidance and support to bring conferences or member events to New Zealand.
Access funding assistance through Tourism New Zealand Business Events.
Expand your network and build partnerships with New Zealand peers and industry leaders.
Deliver international experiences for members and delegates just across the Tasman.

For New Zealand associations:

Strengthen professional connections with Australian association leaders through AuSAE’s network.
Share expertise and collaborate on professional development, governance, and member engagement initiatives, and more.
Gain visibility within the broader association community in Australia and New Zealand.
Access opportunities to host international association events and delegates in New Zealand, boosting local engagement and knowledge exchange.

About AuSAE:

The home for association professionals, the Australasian Society of Association Executives (AuSAE) is the leading - and only not-for-profit, member-based - organisation supporting association professionals in Australia and New Zealand. For 70 years, AuSAE has been a trusted partner for those working in associations, providing professional development, support, and networking to help association leaders achieve organisational goals, advance their careers, and strengthen the wider sector.

About Tourism New Zealand Business Events:

Tourism New Zealand Business Events provides expert guidance, funding, and support to attract conferences, incentives and corporate events to New Zealand.

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For more information about AuSAE, please contact Toni Brearley, CAE:
Toni Brearley, CAE
Chief Executive Officer, AuSAE
E: toni@ausae.org.au
T: + 61 458 000 155

To apply for funding and support to host a conference in New Zealand contact Helen Bambry:
Helen Bambry
Business Events Manager, Tourism New Zealand
E: Helen.Bambry@tnz.govt.nz
T: +61 415 933 325

The Australasian Society of Association Executives

Contact us:

Email: info@ausae.org.au
Phone: 1300 764 576 (within Australia)
Phone: +61 7 3268 7955 (outside Australia)
Address: Unit 6, 26 Navigator Place, Hendra QLD 4011, Australia