Plural’s modern legislative tracking tool offers significant benefits over spreadsheets and legacy tools.
The legislative environment is fast-paced. Having the right tools can be the difference between staying ahead of the curve or falling behind. For policy professionals, the shift from traditional methods like spreadsheets to more advanced legislative tracking tools like Plural isn’t just a minor upgrade — it’s a transformative leap. This blog post delves into why making this switch is crucial for your team’s productivity. Read now to see how Plural can enhance your legislative tracking efforts.
The Limitations of Traditional Tools
For years, spreadsheets have been the go-to solution for tracking legislative changes. They are familiar and versatile but come with limitations that can impede efficiency. Tracking bills with spreadsheets often involves manual updates, sifting through multiple screens to analyze bills, and a constant battle to maintain accuracy and timeliness. The same is true with legacy legislative tracking tools.
Why Plural?
Plural offers a robust suite of features designed to overcome these limitations. Here’s how Plural stands out:
Real-Time Updates and Data Accuracy
Plural’s best-in-class data scraping cadence ensures that you have the most current information at your fingertips. What’s more, real-time updates mean that your team is always aware of the latest developments without the lag that comes with manual entry.
AI-Generated Bill Summaries
Plural’s AI Bill Summarizer provides concise, accurate summaries of bills. With summaries, it’s easier than ever to digest complex information quickly. This feature saves significant time, reducing the hours spent analyzing dense legislative texts.
Streamlined Collaboration with Workspaces
Plural’s Workspaces facilitate seamless collaboration among team members. Whether you’re in the office or working remotely, everyone can access the same information, share insights, and update each other on developments instantaneously.
Addressing Common Concerns
Despite the clear advantages, transitioning to a new system like Plural can be met with resistance. Here are some common concerns and how Plural addresses them:
Organizational Inertia
Change can be daunting, especially when it involves moving away from long-established practices. However, the switch to Plural is designed to be smooth. Plural is built by policy experts, so the tool itself is designed with the needs and workflows of policy professionals in mind. What’s more, our responsive customer service team is there whenever you need them to assist with onboarding and any issues that arise during the transition.
Cost Concerns
Investing in new technology often comes at a significant cost. However, the efficiency gains from using Plural — such as the hours saved in bill tracking and analysis — translate into cost savings in the long run. Plural users save up to 25 hours per week on tasks related to bill searching and analysis. Learn more about Plural’s pricing here.
Fears About AI
We’ve been working with AI significantly longer than other legislative tracking tools, and the benefits are clear. Plural’s AI model is more advanced and highly trained. But fears remain among many policy teams. While AI is a powerful tool, it also brings concerns about complexity and accuracy. Plural’s AI features are user-friendly and designed with your needs in mind, ensuring that the technology enhances your work rather than complicates it.
Plural’s Modern Legislative Tracking Tool
Making the shift to Plural is not just about adopting new software — it’s about embracing a tool that can transform the way your team operates. With Plural, you’ll ensure that no legislative development is overlooked and that your advocacy efforts are as impactful as possible. By choosing Plural, you are not just keeping up with technology—you are staying ahead of the competition. Book a demo to learn more about Plural’s modern legislative tracking tool today.
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