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AMS Target Participant Devices Commonly Currently Used / For What? Recommendations for Adoption / Purpose Agricultural Cooperatives Computers Utilized for data analysis, communication, and record-keeping activities. Adopt more advanced data analytics platforms suggests using tools like Microsoft Power BI or Tableau to track business transactions, manage finances, and analyse productivity. (These platforms enable agricultural cooperatives and agribusinesses to monitor sales, expenses, and cash flow while generating insights for better decision-making.) Financial management software like QuickBooks streamlines accounting processes, while farm management tools like iknowfarm help optimize farm operations and productivity. (These tools enhance financial transparency, data-driven decision-making, and operational efficiency) Digital Calculators Used for basic financial transactions such as budgeting and expense management. Implementation of financial management software such as QuickBooks or similar, to improve financial oversight, bookkeeping, and decision-making processes. Feature Phones Mainly used for mobile money services and communication between members and stakeholders. Transition to smartphones to facilitate the use of specialized farm management apps to enhance operational efficiency and seed certification.
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My New Mind MapDigital Tools in Use 2.1 Devices Used AMS Target Participant Devices Commonly Currently Used / For What? Recommendations for Adoption / Purpose Agricultural Cooperatives Computers Utilized for data analysis, communication, and record-keeping activities. Adopt more advanced data analytics platforms suggests using tools like Microsoft Power BI or Tableau to track business transactions, manage finances, and analyse productivity. (These platforms enable agricultural cooperatives and agribusinesses to monitor sales, expenses, and cash flow while generating insights for better decision-making.) Financial management software like QuickBooks streamlines accounting processes, while farm management tools like iknowfarm help optimize farm operations and productivity. (These tools enhance financial transparency, data-driven decision-making, and operational efficiency) Digital Calculators Used for basic financial transactions such as budgeting and expense management. Implementation of financial management software such as QuickBooks or similar, to improve financial oversight, bookkeeping, and decision-making processes. Feature Phones Mainly used for mobile money services and communication between members and stakeholders. Transition to smartphones to facilitate the use of specialized farm management apps to enhance operational efficiency and seed certification. Agri-Traders / Agribusinesses Feature Phones / Smartphones Used primarily for communication with suppliers and buyers, and for conducting mobile money transactions. Integration of GPS-based tools to enhance inventory management, logistics, and supply chain tracking, alongside mobile apps for managing business operations. Digital Calculators Employed for basic financial and business transactions, including calculating profits and expenses. Expansion to include e-payment systems for secure and efficient transaction management, coupled with digital record-keeping tools for financial transparency and accountability. Individual Farmers Feature Phones Used for mobile money transfers, communication with buyers, and access to market information. Encouraging the adoption of smartphones to enable the use of digital apps like "I Know Farm" for farm management, alongside GPS tools for farm planning and efficient resource allocation. Digital Calculators Used for calculating farm expenses and income. Introduction of specialized farm calculators and costing apps for accurate farm management and profitability tracking. Adoption of weather and market information apps to improve decision-making regarding planting, harvesting, and selling produce. VSLA / SACCO Organizations Feature Phones / Basic Phones Used primarily for mobile money transactions and communication among members. Promotion of digital platforms that enable the digitization of VSLA and SACCO operations, facilitating efficient financial management and improved access to credit for members. Digital Calculators Utilized for basic loan calculations and small-scale financial transactions. Introduction of digital record-keeping tools and e-payment systems to enhance transparency and streamline the management of savings, loans, and other financial services.
