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Wednesday 22nd May 2024 at 14:00 GMT

Royal College of Nursing , 20 Cavendish Square , London , W1G 0RN

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Following on from the success of our previous finance software sessions, this year’s event will offer an update on the latest developments for the sector, the state of the market, and will also examine some of the most common challenges that organisations experience when selecting and implementing a new finance system and associated software. Delegates will be invited to share experiences of software and suppliers as well as discussing examples of good practice for selecting and implementing the right solution for your organisation.

The programme

14.00 - Arrival and welcome

Adapta Consulting

Welcome to the event, introductions and overview of the agenda for the afternoon.

14:10 -   Update on the finance systems landscape

Adapta Consulting

An update on the latest developments affecting non-profit organisations who are considering changing their finance and associated systems; a summary of the systems available to the sector, and what to look out for when making a selection.

14:30 -  Case studies

Short stories from speakers

Amy Rodwell, Chief Finance and Operations Officer, ODI

ODI recently implemented their new finance system. Amy will share their experiences and valuable learning gained throughout the project, including the challenges they encountered, how these were resolved, and tips they picked up along the way.

TEA/COFFEE - Opportunity to share learning and network with peers 

Joshua Williams, Finance Manager - Projects and Assurance, Royal Society

Josh will share his experiences around how the Royal Society successfully worked through their finance systems project – talking about the challenges they faced and tips they picked up along the way.

Josh Weinberg, Former Head of Financial Systems and Change at Citizens Advice

During his time at Citizens Advice Josh oversaw their finance system selection and implementation project. He will share his experiences of the project, giving practical advice on what worked well and what he would do differently.

16:00 Discussion and feedback

 All

A round table discussion and feedback.

16.30- Review and close

17.00 Adapta Consulting

 Who should attend this event?

The session will draw on case studies from the sector and the subsequent discussion will cross the traditional departmental boundaries; so, senior managers have been invited from finance, HR, fundraising, marketing and communications disciplines as well as those with information systems responsibilities.

To make a booking

Attendance is free and only open to charities, memberships, trusts and other non-profit organisations. Complete the online booking form, here.

Royal College of Nursing, 20 Cavendish Square, London, W1G 0RN

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We strive to support a dynamic, impactful sector that leads through innovation and collaborative thinking. We are continually amazed by the incredible work the sector does and the support it gives to make a difference to millions of lives in the UK and across the world. View the organisations we work with here.

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