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# Access your guide to AMS implementations!

An AMS is the core technology that associations use to manage their members and business needs.  In this step-by-step guide, you will learn about:

- Different types of AMS & CRM solutions,
- Best practices for finding vendors,
- How to define your requirements,
- Critical steps to remember & pitfalls to avoid, and
- What to expect throughout the process

Download our ebook now and ensure that you have a successful implementation!

##### Our step-by-step guide to understanding your AMS selection and implementation process.

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### What’s Inside

**Introduction to Association Management Systems (AMS)**  
The CRM: The Foundation of the AMS  
The AMS: The CRM for Associations  
Stand Alone vs. Best-of-Need vs. Hybrid  
Your Member Data is Your Most Valuable Asset

**How to Choose an AMS**  
Understanding Organizational Needs  
Your Digital Strategy Guides Your AMS Selection  
Your AMS Selection and Data Integration  
Down to Brass Tacks

**Your AMS Implementation Journey**  
Your Team and Your Time  
Discovery and Strategy  
Implementation  
Go Live  
Next Steps

If you would like to speak to a [fusionSpan](https://www.fusionspan.com/)consultant about your upcoming implementation, please [click here](https://www.fusionspan.com/contact/).    
You can learn more about our consulting services for associations [here](https://www.fusionspan.com/what-we-do/strategic-consulting/). 

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