Association management systems (AMSs) provide membership associations the functionality to interact and oversee members of the organization. The capabilities of an AMS include storing member information in a database, collecting and managing members’ financial dues, organizing association events, and a platform for communicating with members. These products may also allow users to create, publish, and distribute content to the association; manage certifications; and provide a self-service portal for new members to sign up and access information. AMSs can be utilized by organizations such as a rotary club, parent teacher organization, or nonprofit, among many others.
An AMS may integrate with other types of software to perform specific tasks at a higher level. These integrations may include content management systems to provide members with urgent or informational content, CRM platforms to store member information, or accounting products to maintain record of financial dues. Others may be tailored to nonprofit organizations or fundraising platforms.
To qualify for inclusion in the Association Management System category, a product must:
Store membership data for an organization
Provide a platform to interact and communicate with members regarding events and announcements
Collect and record payment dues from association members
