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Technology and data

Articles and resources about choosing appropriate technology and the risks charities face when adopting technology and handling data.
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Lessons learned: trustee insights on preventing and responding to fraud in charities
  • Article
  • 04 Dec 2024
As a PhD Researcher from the University of Portsmouth, I interviewed officers of small charities who had experienced fraud for a recent study. These individuals shared valuable insights about how trustees can protect their charities against fraud.
Free resources: identify cyber vulnerabilities and create a tailored action plan for your charity
  • Article
  • 05 Nov 2024
In today’s digital age, charities are increasingly reliant on technology to manage donations, communicate with stakeholders, and deliver services. However, this growing reliance on online systems also exposes them to significant cyber threats. Finance professionals and trustees play a crucial role in ensuring their organization’s cybersecurity, yet many lack the resources or expertise to address vulnerabilities effectively.
Charity Digital Skills Report
  • Report
  • 08 Aug 2024
Read the sector’s annual barometer of digital adoption, skills, attitudes, funding and support needs across the sector.
State of the sector what is the outlook for charities
  • Article
  • 24 Apr 2024
Drawing insights from recent reports and analyses, this article provides an overview of the current state of the charity sector and offers advice on how to respond to the key challenges currently facing charities.
ICAEW Charity Conference 2024 – creating a charity sector fit for the future
  • Article
  • 11 Oct 2023
As we are planning our January 2024 flagship Charity Conference, our aim is not only to equip you with the knowledge (and verifiable CPD hours) to help you succeed in your professional and voluntary charity roles, but also to help you future-proof your charity. How can your charity, regardless of size, take the next right steps towards your mission? How can you use technology and data insights to create more impact with limited resources? How can you navigate typical ethical dilemmas and make decisions that align with your charity’s values?
Digital tools and AI bunnies: The Charity Excellence Framework is a one-stop shop to support your charity
  • Article
  • 29 Aug 2023
The Charity Excellence Framework helps charities ask the right questions, identify priorities and access relevant, trustworthy resources or organisations that can help charities improve, all with the help of artificial intelligence and a big vision.
Registering a charity: Charity structures and governing documents
  • Article
  • 29 Aug 2023
All charities should have a formal legal structure and governing document. Choosing the right structure will contribute to good governance and operation and to the organisation’s long-term success. It is possible to change structures once established, but converting can be complex so making the correct decision from the outset can save a lot of inconvenience.
Caution! Protect your charity from the rising threat of cyber attacks
  • Article
  • 03 Aug 2023
NCSC warns of increasing attacks, but help is available, including free NSCS Funded Cyber Essentials Programme for certain types of charities to help you keep client data safe.
Cyber security - Small Charity Guide
  • Helpsheets and support
  • 22 Jun 2023
NCSC’s guide on how to improve cyber security within your charity - quickly, easily and at low cost.
Top tips for using Excel
  • Webinar
  • 08 Dec 2021
Join David Lyford-Smith for this webinar exploring some Excel tips and tricks that you can use to improve your efficiency and reduce spreadsheet risk.
How to run successful virtual board meetings – for charities and SMES
  • Webinar
  • 03 Dec 2021
Practical tips on running successful virtual board meetings, as well as insights into how to manage board dynamics digitally.
Charity fraud and cybercrime – Identifying risks, challenging perceptions
  • Webinar
  • 25 Nov 2021
Learn from the Charity Commission’s fraud and cybercrime expert how you can safeguard your charity’s assets against COVID-themed scams and cyber-attacks. See guidance on the Charity Commission website.
What are the audit and risk elements that digital fundraising platforms need to consider?
  • Article
  • 19 Nov 2021
William Makower, founding trustee of National Funding Scheme, considers the audit control and risk elements of its DONATE fundraising platform.
Open banking and the third sector: helping charities, help others
  • Article
  • 01 Mar 2021
The continuing growth and maturity of open banking-enabled propositions is driving compelling new opportunities for the charitable ‘Third Sector’. Here at the Open Banking Implementation Entity (OBIE), we know that charities have felt the impact of COVID-19 lockdown in the past 12 months. Reduced high street footfall make it harder to reach donors through traditional means. Contactless card payments at checkout mean less spare change to drop into buckets across the country.
Myth: Charities are less vulnerable to fraud than other organisations
  • Report
  • 14 Jul 2023
Charities are as susceptible to different types of fraud, including cyber and insider fraud, and financial crimes as any other organisation.
Exclusive Generative AI: A Powerful Tool for Charities. Navigating the opportunities and safeguarding against risk
  • Webinar
  • 18 Oct 2023
2023 has heralded an ‘AI boom’ following advancements in computing and AI technology. ChatGPT has become the fastest growing app in history – bringing Generative AI to the handsets and desktop of the general public. This on-demand ICAEW Charity Community webinar examines the ‘why’ and ‘what next’ for charities and advise how to take advantage of the benefits of greater AI adoption, whilst safeguarding against key risks.
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