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CPRM Core Principles

3 Principles of CPRM: Community Engagement, Capacity Building, & Democratization of Data

In today’s interconnected world, effective collaboration is crucial for achieving shared goals. Understanding and managing relationships within communities can profoundly impact success. PARTNER CPRM (Community Partner Relationship Management) is the world’s first software platform that leverages social network analysis (SNA) and data science to optimize and strengthen these vital connections.

At its core, PARTNER CPRM is guided by three foundational principles: Community Engagement, Community Capacity, and the Democratization of Data. Let’s explore how these principles shape the platform and its mission to strengthen collaborative community ecosystems.

What is PARTNER CPRM?

PARTNER CPRM is a groundbreaking software platform that uniquely combines Social Network Analysis (SNA) with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) functionalities. Unlike traditional CRM tools designed for business contexts, PARTNER CPRM is specifically tailored to manage and optimize relationships within community ecosystems.

By leveraging advanced data science and SNA, it provides communities with powerful insights to enhance collaboration, build capacity, and foster stronger, more effective partnerships.

The PARTNER CPRM dashboard provides a comprehensive view of your community network, enabling you to visualize relationships and track key metrics over time.

Hear From a PARTNER Subscriber!

“PARTNER CPRM does an extraordinary job visually demonstrating the collective impact of CBOs and philanthropy working together to achieve a quality of life improvements in communities. PARTNER’s core principles of trust and value humanize and demystify why some cross-sector relationships are strong while others may need some attention. The analysis provides a road map, not only to strengthen community partnership but to maximize their effectiveness.”
Dr. Kameron Hodgens
CEO, The Glasser/Schoenbaum Human Services Center

Principle 1: Community Engagement

At the heart of PARTNER CPRM is a commitment to genuine community engagement. This principle emphasizes that communities should be involved from the beginning to the end of any project or initiative. Community members are not just passive recipients of support; they are active participants who contribute their insights, experiences, and expertise.

PARTNER CPRM
The Network Analyzer feature helps you visualize and explore your community's connections, identifying key players and optimizing collaboration.

PARTNER CPRM ensures that communities have full access to their own ecosystem, enabling them to visualize, understand, and manage their networks. This approach fosters a sense of ownership and empowerment, as community members can see how their relationships and collaborations evolve over time.

By engaging communities throughout the process, PARTNER CPRM builds trust, enhances collaboration, and ultimately leads to more effective and sustainable outcomes.

Principle 2: Community Capacity

Building and strengthening community capacity is another core principle of PARTNER CPRM. In today’s data-driven world, it is crucial for communities to have the skills and resources to leverage data, science, and technology. PARTNER CPRM supports this by providing tools and training that help communities harness the power of SNA and data science.

The Survey Builder tool allows you to design and deploy network surveys easily, gathering essential relational data for informed decision-making.

By enhancing a community’s ability to use data effectively, PARTNER CPRM fosters social connectedness and resilience. Communities can identify key relationships, detect gaps, and strategically enhance their networks to achieve their goals. This capacity-building approach not only improves the immediate effectiveness of community initiatives but also leaves a lasting legacy of skills and knowledge that communities can continue to use and build upon.

Principle 3: Democratization of Data

The democratization of data is a fundamental belief that guides PARTNER CPRM. This principle asserts that data should not be confined to a select few but should be shared widely with the communities from which it originates. When we take data from communities, we have a responsibility to find ways to give it back, ensuring transparency and mutual benefit.

Member profiles in PARTNER CPRM allow users to share data transparently with community partners, fostering trust and collaboration.

PARTNER CPRM facilitates this by making data accessible and understandable to all community members. By sharing insights and visualizations derived from the data, communities can make informed decisions, track progress, and celebrate successes. This open approach to data fosters trust and collaboration, as everyone has access to the same information and can work together towards common goals.

Discover the Potential of PARTNER CPRM

Unlock the potential of your community collaborations with PARTNER CPRM. Our platform uses advanced social network analysis and data science to provide unparalleled insights into your network, empowering you to build stronger, more effective partnerships. See firsthand how PARTNER CPRM can transform your community engagement, enhance your capacity to leverage data, and ensure data democratization.

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What Our Clients Think:

"Working with VNL fundamentally transformed our work. They gave us insight not only into how well we were doing as a network, but also formed our strategic approach to development, continuous improvement and outcomes. PARTNER CPRM showed us now our existence as a network positively impacted our community’s ability to support Early Childhood Development outcomes.”
Blythe Butler
Evaluator, The First 2000 Days Network

Core Principles of Community Partner Relationship Management

PARTNER CPRM stands out as a pioneering platform that uses social network analysis and data science to strengthen collaborative community ecosystems. Guided by the principles of Community Engagement, Community Capacity, and the Democratization of Data, PARTNER CPRM ensures that communities are actively involved, empowered with the necessary skills, and have access to the data that shapes their initiatives.

By embracing these core principles, PARTNER CPRM not only enhances the effectiveness of community partnerships but also contributes to a more connected, informed, and resilient society.

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About the Author: Alex Derr, MPA

Alex is Director of Marketing & Communications at Visible Network Labs. His interests include public policy, environmental conservation, and the intersection of grassroots advocacy and digital communication strategies.

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