Best Practices

September 1, 2026
In many cases, the CRM has become the center of the universe for Advancement technology. It handles relationships, gifts,...
August 21, 2026
Research administration is often viewed through the lens of compliance, policies, and regulatory requirements. Many persistent...
June 18, 2026
Award set-up is the foundation of effective post-award management. From invoicing and reporting to closeout, a properly established...
June 4, 2026
Hospitals today are operating on razor-thin margins, often around 1% or less.1 At the same time, they continue to support...
April 3, 2026
In every research administration central office, there’s a quiet, familiar truth: SOPs rarely keep pace with the work they’re...
March 9, 2026
Higher education and research institutions continue to navigate constrained budgets, rising operational expectations, and...
February 25, 2026
Five essential areas to evaluate before beginning a closeout project Backlogs in grant closeouts can accumulate quickly,...
January 28, 2026
Cultivating a culture where collaboration, trust, and adaptability thrive Embarking on a new project is more than just assembling...
December 16, 2025
Artificial intelligence (AI) has shifted from being a distant idea to something many of us interact with every day. While...
December 5, 2025
A PATH Toward Purpose, Feasibility, and Real Impact Across higher education and the nonprofit sector, leaders are wrestling...