To complicate matters even more, the strategy reported, funders are reluctant to invest in efforts that seem unrelated to program delivery. What neither funders or nonprofits seem to realize, however, is that while technology is not a panacea, the use of appropriate technology is fast becoming a necessity. According to many experts, there are two keys to bridging the technology gap. First, nonprofits need to think about technology as an integral part of their overall work. Second, they need to make their investments by focusing on training and staff development.
Technology has to be staff-driven.
After all, much of realizing technology's potential is learning how to use it. While the Urban League's programs focus mainly on job training and education rather than social action, Fulton is quick to note the relationship between the two. Developing the appropriate level of investment is difficult for many nonprofits. But according to Stuart, as more nonprofits take their baby steps the choice between investing in training and program work will not seem so absolute. People who take issue with that should step back and look at what they spend on traditional service delivery.