Why we use CiviCRM

CiviCRM is a powerful and flexible open-source constituent relationship management (CRM) system that is well-suited for use in the third sector. Here are some reasons why:

Highly configurable

It can be adapted to meet the specific needs of your organisation. Whether you need to manage memberships, donations, events, or volunteer programs, CiviCRM can be tailored to fit your requirements.

Drupal 7 End Of Life

We can help you plan your path forward. Drupal 7 is reaching “End of Life” in January 2025 and that means you need to act or your instance will become unsupported with no further security releases being released by the Drupal Association. Assuming you care about security and don’t want your site to become vulnerable, there are basically 3 options: upgrade to Drupal 10, migrate to another platform or pay for ongoing security releases from a commercial fork. In this article we’ll review those options and show you how we can help.

Lunch time Webinar - SearchKit

Come to our lunchtime webinar

CiviCRM SearchKit Solutions

Thursday 23rd May 2024, 12:30 till 1:00pm

We'll be taking a look at Civi's powerful new feature - SearchKit.

We'll show you how SearchKit tools can be used to supercharge your operational activities, create advanced reports and even reconfigure your contact screens and other elements of the interface.

Introducing DocBot

When you need a quick answer to a question about CiviCRM ask DocBot. 

This new AI-based Bot has been trained in all the official CiviCRM documentation, making it easier to find simple solutions. Whether you are a system administrator or a manager looking for help with reporting, your questions can be answered with up-to-date information in split seconds. DocBot can respond in your preferred language.

If you would like to have this feature installed onto your own system please raise a support ticket and we will get it sorted for you. 

Key Benefits of Drupal 10

Firstly, do I have to upgrade from Drupal 7?

The short answer is yes, because Drupal 7 is reaching end-of-life in early 2025. Some vendors are offering extended security support at a cost, which may allow you to delay the process somewhat, but sooner or later the risk of sticking with Drupal 7 will far outweigh the cost of upgrading to a newer version. 

Open Data for The Third Sector

What Is Open Data?

It is publicly available data that can be freely used, modified, and shared by anyone. The movement towards Open Data represents a pivotal opportunity for third-sector organisations to enhance their services, foster innovation, and drive social impact. 

As we're about to launch our new affordable Data Analytics Service for the Third Sector, we're continuing to bring you information about all things data related. You can read about the benefits of data analytics here, or find out how to get the most out of your data here. Our Data Analytics page has links to interactive dashboards which demonstrate the power of visualising your CiviCRM data and combining it with Open Data.

Data Strategy For The Third Sector

Why Do We Need A Data Strategy?

Your data is your greatest strategic asset. However, if you treat your data as just a by-product of your activities you won’t get the most out of its power. For Third sector organisations, the strategic use of data is game-changer. Developing a data strategy will empower you to increase your impact and ensure long-term sustainability. 

At Circle we're committed to looking after your data and helping you to get the most out of it.  We are preparing to launch our new Data Analytics service, which builds on and extends the power of CiviCRM using Open Data. You can read about our R & D project here or find out how to get the most out of your data. We are Our Data Analytics page has links to interactive dashboards which demonstrate the power of visualising your CiviCRM data and combining it with Open Data.

Come to our lunch time Webinar

We are about to launch our new affordable Data Analytics Service for the Third Sector. In preparation for this we'll be engaging our clients with a series of mailings and webinars related to data. 

Come to our lunchtime webinar

Thursday 8th Feb 2024 at 12:30 till 1:30

We’ll show you how we can transform your CiviCRM data into rich interactive maps that show you where you’re delivering impact.

Getting The Most Out of Your Data

How many interactions do you have in your daily life that don’t either use or create data? Very few, I’d bet. 

Corporations collect and share enormous amounts of our data. They use this data to target resources and predict future demand. The data that Third sector organisations collect can deliver insights which can be used for good. Understanding and visualising your data can help you increase your social impact. 

We are about to launch our new affordable Data Analytics Service for the Third Sector. In preparation for this we'll be publishing a series of articles about all things data related. You can read about the benefits of data analytics here. 

Benefits of Analytics

Enhance your organisation's ability to effectively communicate impact, while significantly reducing the time taken to make reports. It will streamline your operations, and foster a culture of transparency in your organisation.

Analytics dashboards transform the complexity of your CiviCRM system into compelling, easily digestible visual information.