Online Voting Insights & Resources

When organisations evaluate an online voting platform, security is usually one of the first questions asked—and rightly so. Directors, company secretaries, strata managers, association executives and governance professionals are responsible for protecting member information, maintaining the integrity of elections and ensuring every vote is counted accurately. That’s where independent security assurance becomes important. You’ve probably […]

When organisations choose an online voting provider, they often compare features first—electronic ballots, proxy voting, meeting integration or reporting. Those things matter. But before any vote is cast, there’s a more fundamental question: Can you trust the platform with your members’ data and your organisation’s most important decisions? Security certifications help answer that question. Yet […]

Comparing Online Voting Software in Australia (2026 Buyer’s Guide) Choosing online voting software isn’t simply about replacing paper ballots with a digital alternative. The platform you choose becomes part of your organisation’s governance process. It handles member identities, confidential votes, election records and, in many cases, decisions that carry legal or financial consequences. That means […]

Every organisation wants its members to trust the outcome of an election. But trust isn’t built simply because voting happens online. It’s earned through transparency, security, independent oversight and proven processes. If you’ve ever received a voting link for an AGM, board election, enterprise agreement ballot or member poll, it’s worth asking a simple question […]

AGM Voting Software vs Google Forms: Choosing the Right Tool for Your Organisation Running an Annual General Meeting involves much more than asking members to select an option on a screen. Behind every AGM vote is a responsibility to ensure the right people can vote, voting rules are followed, results are accurate and members have […]

Many organisations already use Zoom to host Annual General Meetings (AGMs), committee meetings and member briefings. It’s familiar, easy to join, and works well for presentations and discussions. A common question follows: “If we’re already using Zoom, can’t we just use its Poll feature for voting?” It’s a reasonable question—but the answer depends on what […]

After years helping committees run elections and member votes, I’ve seen both sides of the ballot box. Some organisations still swear by stacks of paper and manual counts. Others have switched to electronic systems and wonder how they ever managed without them. Neither approach is perfect, but understanding the real differences helps you choose what […]

After two decades helping Australian organisations run member votes, I’ve seen the same problems crop up time and again with paper-based or manual processes. A misplaced proxy form. A tally sheet that doesn’t add up. Someone accidentally counting the same ballot twice. These aren’t dramatic failures — they’re the quiet, everyday mistakes that erode trust […]

If you’ve sat through enough AGMs or committee meetings, you know the moment the chair says, “We’ll take a vote on that.” Suddenly everyone shifts in their seats. Some hands go up tentatively, others stay firmly down. And occasionally someone calls for a poll. After years helping organisations across Australia run everything from small strata […]

Online voting has made it easier than ever for organisations to engage members, employees and stakeholders. Whether it’s an AGM, committee election, enterprise agreement vote, member survey or board resolution, people expect to participate quickly, securely and without unnecessary hurdles. One challenge, however, has remained surprisingly common. A voter is invited to participate but can’t […]