Over the past few months, we have been discussing the importance of CSR. We are thrilled to see businesses of all sizes stepping out of their comfort zones and innovating in response to the pandemic. We recently rounded up five inspiring brands that have been making a positive impact during these challenging times. However, promoting […]
Whether you’re a student applying for university, a small organization applying for a grant, or a citizen applying for a civil license, completing an application form should be simple and painless. An application that’s too long, too boring, and too demanding can make even the most ambitious candidate snooze. A great application gets the applicants […]
Adapting to an Ever-Changing Landscape The world of IT service management (ITSM) in the public sector has undergone a significant transformation in recent years. The adoption of cloud-based technologies and software-as-a-service (SaaS) platforms has brought about a paradigm shift in the way public sector organizations manage their IT services. One such platform that has revolutionized […]
In today’s digital age, technology has become an essential part of our daily lives, and this is true for government agencies as well. As the world becomes increasingly connected, government agencies are finding it increasingly difficult to manage and connect disparate platforms. This has resulted in a growing trend of customers pushing government agencies to […]
Writing an effective application form is essential for any recruiter, organisation, or institution. Applications that are too long, boring, or demanding can make even the most ambitious candidate snooze. Completing an application form should be simple, painless, and get the applicants excited about the opportunity that awaits them. Here are six essential elements that can […]
Grants are a crucial source of funding for many organizations, whether they are non-profit, educational, or for-profit entities. Securing a grant can mean the difference between continued operations or closure, which is why it’s essential to make the most of the funding available. A software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform can help organizations maximize their grant funding and […]
Data analysis is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity for organisations managing grants. Here’s why: 1. Improved Decision-Making Data analysis enables organisations to evaluate grant applications and outcomes objectively. By identifying trends, patterns, and key metrics, grant managers can allocate resources more effectively, prioritising programs that deliver the greatest impact. Example: Analysing past funding […]
With so many communities around the world currently facing urgent needs, more grantmakers are adding rapid-response practices to their list of priorities. The grant management process is a complex one. It’s multi-layered, multi-phased and requires a lot of planning. But while those many moving parts are vital to the process, the pandemic we’re facing isn’t […]
The sheer thought of hosting an awards ceremony in our current climate might make a few people run for cover, but in true Submit spirit, this is all about re-evaluating, rethinking and adapting. Virtual events have been popular since way before our world got hit by the pandemic, it’s just never been the only option. […]
Group decision making is tough, no matter the circumstance. Business trends tell us that large pools of knowledge equal a superior outcome—but by now we know that more heads don’t necessarily mean better ideas. In a group review process, opinions get distorted, influenced, glorified, hushed or pushed into a corner. Individual biases creep up. Power […]
The common goal of any funder is that organisations awarded with the grant do what they proposed, within the required budget, and generate some positive press in return. And while the world of philanthropy doesn’t always go according to plan, there are a few ways grant managers themselves slip up in the process. For the […]
As technology changes and accelerates at an even faster pace around the world, there will always be new elements that have to be shown with examples of how they work and can be implemented. How to protect against similar outcomes in the future is something that many companies, organisations, schools and various businesses in the […]
When you think of CSR, do you automatically think of huge enterprises like McDonald’s, Microsoft, Disney or LEGO? Sustainable business practices are being pursued and promoted by businesses of all sizes—even the itty bitty tiny two-person team. But you’d be forgiven for thinking CSR is reserved for the big kids. They’re the ones that run […]
When it comes to philanthropy, funders have almost as much administrative work as the actual grantmaking itself. And while you can’t remove any aspects of the planning, implementation and management process, you can certainly streamline each step and simplify things as much as possible. Along with best practices for grantmakers, we’ve put together four ways […]
Innovation has become such a buzzword in recent years that it’s hard to remember what it actually means. Companies often declare ‘we need to start innovating!’ or more commonly, ‘we are an innovative company’—but what does that actually mean? Innovative how? And what area of innovation are they talking about? We need specifics around here. […]
Ireland has some of the best incubator and accelerator programmes in Europe, but before you consider applying for one, it’s important to know the difference between the two: Incubators Incubators are generally for new companies. They aim to nurture and support the growth of new businesses and will typically provide co-working office spaces, networking and […]
The pandemic has tipped over almost all aspects of life by now, and most businesses and corporations have had a few months to get their post-pandemic realities in order. McKinsey recently conducted a survey of over 200 industry-wide companies and found that over 90% of executives expect COVID-19 to change the way they do business […]
A lot has been written about the social and economic fallout from the events of this year, and the same is true for the output and plans for most businesses worldwide. With the pandemic pushing back countless deadlines, plans and projects, the time to focus on innovation and how to adapt to changes is clearly […]
In terms of an application process, the subject of ‘video questions’ is one that can be so useful in terms of timing and planning. How to do it in the right way in terms of engagement and how to get the attention of potential employers or clients is what we’ll talk about specifically here. What […]
