Associations
For associations, organisations and federations: member register and roles, membership fees and invoicing, communicating with members, and board work that doesn't eat up your evenings.
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Accounting software for voluntary organisations: spreadsheet, software or accountant?
The treasurer of an association with 300 members spends around three hours a week on finances. Vouchers, bank, payment reminders, the VAT compensation application, reports to the board. That is 150 hours a year, and almost all of it is manual work that goes unnoticed until it is missing. The question is not whether it needs doing. The question is who does it, and with what.
How to apply for VAT compensation in 2026
Deadline 15 August for NIF members, 1 September for others. New in 2026: the accounts must be audited. A complete guide for clubs and associations.
How to collect membership fees efficiently
A complete guide for treasurers: AvtaleGiro, Vipps, eFaktura, OCR/KID — what works, what doesn’t, and how to reduce payment reminders.
How to start an association — step-by-step guide 2026
You have an idea. You know there is a need. You want to start an association.
Membership fees and collection for associations: How to make sure everyone pays
Is your association struggling with unpaid membership fees? Here is a practical guide to collection that works — without driving members away.
Does your association need a new membership system? 7 signs that the time has come
Is your member list a spreadsheet? Is there chaos around payments and communication? Here are 7 signs that a new solution is needed.
Rubic launches a new administration system – new app, new modules and big plans for associations, sports clubs and event organisers
Rubic is launching a major update of its administration system for associations, sports clubs, organisations and event organisers. With a new app, an accounting module and a range of upgrades, we are simplifying everyday life for more than 500 organisations in the Nordic region.
Associations – Here are several good reasons to choose Rubic as your association's membership system
There can be many good reasons to consider switching membership system. Developments in this area are moving fast, and new solutions and functionality keep appearing that your current platform does not have.
Rubic is evolving – here is what this autumn's and winter's news means for sport, event organisers and associations
We are building a platform for the entire Norwegian voluntary sector. Digital needs in sport, among event organisers and in associations have changed rapidly in recent years. It is no longer just about membership and payments, but about comprehensive systems that create flow, overview and professional operations.
Rubic Tour: A new meeting place for sports clubs all over Norway!
Rubic is now launching the Rubic Tour – a new concept where we travel around the country to meet sports clubs and organisations where they are.
Seamless financial management for associations and sports clubs with Rubic and Catacloud
In the busy everyday life of associations and sports clubs, financial management is often one of the most time-consuming tasks. Accounting, membership payments, invoicing and expenses require a lot of administration, and many spend far too much time manually transferring data between different systems. But what if all of this could happen completely automatically?
7 good reasons to choose a new membership system
There are many reasons to consider switching membership systems.
A fully-fledged standard solution with options for customisation
Many teams, associations and organisations are looking for a fully-fledged membership system that fits their exact needs.
Collect membership fees easily with Vipps!
The easier it is to pay, the faster teams and associations receive their charges and membership fees. That way you avoid unnecessary time and costs spent on reminders and follow-up, and members' everyday lives become simpler.
A more efficient, open and profitable association with digital solutions!
Avoid spending more time than necessary in the office, communicate better with members, collect membership fees more easily and get a far more organised system by moving from Excel and old habits to a modern membership system.
6 good reasons to choose a new membership system
There can be many reasons to consider switching membership systems. Not least the major developments in this area, with a lot of new features your old system may not cater for, whether you are a voluntary organisation, sports club, event organiser or association. It can also be useful as a way of reviewing what you already have, simplifying where you can, getting a better overview and seeing new opportunities.
6 tips for choosing a new membership system
Planning a switch of membership system can be a useful process for associations and organisations.
New board – what now?
Board members must first familiarise themselves with their roles and duties, so that everyone knows who does what and what is expected of each role.
Rubic for larger organisations!
Does this sound familiar? You have a complicated membership system and a communication system that have been developed over many years, with lots of customisations and solutions that are old, cumbersome and not very innovative. The solution is not optimal, but it has settled in and meets many needs.
A more efficient association!
Tips on how you can run your association more efficiently.
Changing membership system is a big leap for many associations!
Let's be honest: just thinking about changing membership system can be daunting.
Simplified and improved app for the membership system
Colour codes, a motivation map and police certificates are some of what you get in a new and updated version of Rubic's own mobile app.
8 things to consider when choosing a membership system
Different organisations, whether associations, sports clubs or event organisers, all have different needs. These may be competitions, registrations and sign-ups. But also various solutions unique to each one.
Good communication with association members increases participation and engagement.
Many associations have grown over time, with a membership system on paper or in spreadsheets. That quickly becomes impractical when it comes to paying membership fees, calling members to volunteer work or registering for events. Fortunately, there is a tool that makes all this easy.
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