What is board portal software?

A board portal is a secure, cloud-based software that revolutionises meetings and governance by streamlining communication and centralising information for board members and directors. Upgrade your boardroom experience with board software features such as digital meeting agendas, document management, and e-voting.

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Preview of a pre-meeting discussion using the Convene board portal tool

Pre-Meeting

  • Schedule and publish one- or multi-day meetings instantly
  • Build the agenda via drag-and-drop
  • Circulate meeting packs in one click
  • Access meeting documents and create private or shared annotations
  • Receive notifications on the latest updates on meeting packs
Preview of a during the meeting discussion using the Convene board portal tool

During Meeting

  • Join or start virtual meetings in a few clicks
  • Present in real-time using any device
  • Collaborate via video conferencing and other meeting tools
  • Vote, assign tasks, and sign documents within the app
  • Record live meeting minutes and notes
Preview of a post-meeting discussion using the Convene board portal tool

Post-Meeting

  • Send meeting summary instantly via email
  • Export minutes as PDF for distribution and record-keeping
  • Review and approve meeting packs and minutes
  • Track and monitor action items
  • Download meeting recordings and transcripts for documentation

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Enhance Efficiency

Enhance Efficiency

  • Board portal software shortens the administrative work on meeting preparation — one can easily create meetings, attach documents, and send invitations. Spend less time preparing for meetings and dedicate more to actual board discussions.
  • Maximise pre-meeting time by ensuring everyone is prepped and ready. Administrators can circulate agenda packs instantly, and board members can access and review documents beforehand.
Centralised Information

Centralised Information

  • Serving as a secure data repository, board portals let users store, locate, and access documents without compromising security. What’s more, document versioning is also available to keep your directors updated with the latest information.
  • Board directors can access everything that they need — documents, meeting materials, messages, and action items — on the go with a board portal.
Maximised Productivity

Maximised Productivity & Convenience

  • Powered by today’s advancements, board portals allow users to access the mobile app or web portal anytime and anywhere, using preferred devices. Both administrators and board directors can work with devices they are already most acquainted with — prioritising convenient and smarter user experience.
  • Moreover, board portals promote paperless management. No need to use physical board packs and search through email for invitations. Everything is readily available on the board portal — saving costs and time.
Better Governance

Better Governance

  • With tools in and out of meetings for collaboration, it allows for informed decision-making and better board engagement, resulting in increased board effectiveness. Directors can seamlessly review, collaborate, and approve plans and strategies. Action items are easily tracked and monitored with audit trails — all for promoting accountability and governance.
Guaranteed Security

Guaranteed Security

  • Board portals are made with data security in mind. It is designed with security permissions, high-level encryption, backup policies, and secure data hosting to keep confidentiality and integrity of your data. Highly secure board portals comply with global privacy and security standards, ensuring full system ownership.

Choosing the Ideal Board Portal Software for Seamless Governance

Looking for the perfect board software to complement your company? Here are the key factors to consider.

  • Purposeful features

    Purposeful features

    A board portal should be equipped with user-friendly tools, enabling secure and strategic discussions no matter the time or location of your board members. Instant access to meeting documents and real-time updates ensures they are fully prepared to engage in fruitful discussions. With the right board portal, your board can maximize efficiency and streamline communication for more effective meetings.

  • Intuitive user interface

    Intuitive user interface

    Board members will fully adopt a tool when they can easily access it across multiple devices. Simplicity is key — the aim is to enhance functionality while maintaining convenience. Your directors should be able to navigate and annotate documents on a board portal just as effortlessly as they would with a physical copy.

  • Robust security features

    Robust security features

    A reliable platform ensures your meetings and documents are safeguarded against hackers with cutting-edge security features and frameworks — including document encryption, role-based access, stringent device security protocols, and industry-compliant data procedures.

  • Reliable support

    Reliable support

    Great support can determine how you can use the system to its fullest and troubleshoot issues with ease and success. Choose a board portal with trusted 24/7/365 global support.

  • Flexible system

    Flexible system

    Your use case may not fit a one-size-fits-all board portal. Make sure your team can configure the board portal software for a tailor-fit system for your company. Moreover, it should also guarantee you full ownership of your data.

  • Trustworthy Provider

    Trustworthy provider

    When choosing a board platform, it’s essential to consider the vendor’s reputation in the board management space. Are they well-known and respected? Examine the vendor’s reviews, awards, and accreditations. These factors serve as indicators of reliability and customer satisfaction.

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Why Convene Sets the Benchmark for the Best Board Portal Software in Australia

Trusted by thousands of Australian boards, directors, and executives, Convene stands to be the superior solution down under.

  • Intuitively Designed

    Intuitively Designed

    Our board portal is a breeze for directors and administrators to navigate and utilise, requiring minimal assistance. Users can swiftly execute their intended workflows with the seamless functionality and intuitive design that allows the accomplishment of tasks in record time.

  • Swift Implementation

    Swift Implementation

    With Convene, deployment is quick and hassle-free. In just under a week after subscribing, including comprehensive training sessions and seamless integration setups, you’ll be up and running with Convene.

  • Great Scalability

    Great Scalability

    Effortlessly manage users, documents, and tasks within Convene, catering to the needs of large organisations with ease. With exceptional scalability, Convene can accommodate thousands of users and store countless crucial documents securely.

  • Full Ownership

    Full Ownership

    With Convene, you’re in complete control. Take ownership of the system and effortlessly configure security and access policies, customising your Convene experience to perfectly align with your unique needs.

  • Exceptional Support

    Exceptional Support

    At Convene, we believe in equality for all. Every customer is treated with the utmost priority, receiving unparalleled 24/7/365 support. Our dedicated account managers are committed to ensuring your success, going above and beyond to provide unwavering assistance at all times.

  • Competitive Pricing

    Competitive Pricing

    When it comes to value for money, nothing compares to the cost-effectiveness and unwavering reliability of Convene. Discover the unparalleled affordability and trustworthiness that sets Convene apart as the ultimate board portal solution.

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