SCUBA March 2023 issue 133 | Page 16

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Engaging members in change

BSAC IS CONSTANTLY SEEKING TO improve and deliver a better service to members , clubs and centres . As such , as part of the 2023 strategic work , the organisation is looking to thoroughly review its systems and processes supported by a new Association Management System ( AMS ).
An AMS is an all-in-one software tool . It brings together an organisation ’ s website , contact database , communications system ( email and SMS ), app , finance and payment system , event platform , eLearning and more .
BSAC will be engaging groups of members to hear their views and be part of a joint and collaborative process that will ensure that the best decisions are made for the club ’ s future technology and processes .
The first area of focus for this project – the ‘ new member process ’ – is already underway . There will be further areas of focus in due course , including training events , membership renewals and the club management system , and members will be engaged throughout .
BSAC Council Project Lead Janos Suto said : “ This is an exciting project that will deliver a better service to everyone in our community in some way ; from enhancing the new member experience to making it easier for clubs and centres to operate and be successful . Member engagement and feedback is critical to the success of this piece of work and I ’ m very grateful to all those people who ’ ve engaged so far through surveys and workshops . It ’ s been hugely useful and I ’ m looking forward to continued engagement .”
This wide-ranging project will take time to deliver , but its expected enhancements will start to be implemented from 2024 . If you are interested in being part of a focus group linked with this project , please contact Wendy Meadows at wendym @ bsac . com

Benefit of the Month

Scuba Financial Services

HAVE YOU EVER SOUGHT FINANCIAL protection and then been shocked by the cost when you have declared your diving activities ?
As a member , you can take advantage of BSAC ’ s partner , Scuba Financial Services , to discuss your Life Insurance , Mortgage Protection , Income Protection or Critical Illness needs .
They have negotiated Life Insurance and other forms of financial protection specifically for members , including cover for our sport .
Because Scuba Financial Services specialise , they will be happy to talk about your specific diving activities whatever your diver grade or type of diving , from holiday diver to technical diving adventurer .
In addition , if you have a hazardous occupation or enjoy the challenge of other adventurous activities , they will also be able to discuss cover for your individual circumstances and requirements .
They also have experience of arranging cover for a wide range of diving activities , such as :
■ Extended depth diving up to 100m
■ Diving in the UK and overseas
■ Offshore diving ( more than three miles )
■ Wreck diving and wreck penetration
■ Mixed gas diving
■ Rebreather diving
If you would like to enquire about a new policy or would like the peace of mind of comparing your current rates and benefits with those available from Scuba Financial Services , contact them today on 0345 565 0936 or visit www . scuba-fs . co . uk
For more information on BSAC benefit partner , Scuba Financial Services go to bsac . com / sfs

BSAC 70th Polos hit the shelves

IN CELEBRATION OF ITS PLATINUM ANNIVERSARY , BSAC HAS launched a new polo shirt featuring its 70th logo design .
BSAC ’ s new limited edition heather grey shirts are available to buy in BSAC ’ s online shop . The 70th anniversary inspired polos are available in both male and female from sizes small to XXXL and women ’ s sizes 8 to 20 . The polos can be purchased at £ 17.50 plus postage .
BSAC has also launched a special edition ‘ 70 years of BSAC ’ pin badge , making it a great accessory to add to any dive bag , fleece or lanyard . The badge is 25mm in size and available to purchase at £ 3 plus postage .
Both the 70th polo shirts and pin badge will be available to purchase this year only . Join BSAC in celebrating 70 years and browse the new limited-edition platinum anniversary range at bsac . com / shop
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