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20K Worth of Tips in 15 Minutes: Battling the Budget Brushoff

“It’s just not in the budget.” A phrase often heard when seeking funding for new software. In this 15-minute session, Cindi Mansell, veteran records manager, offers real-world advice on how you can justify the investment in software to support your Public Records Request (FOIA) process.  

Cindi introduces concepts around:

  • Conveying the “what if” 
  • Anticipating objections 
  • Clearly documenting options 
  • Arguing the return on investment

We’re sure you’ll walk away with tips you can take back to your own organization based on Cindi’s many years of experience.

Streamline Public Records Request Management with Granicus.

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