A board portal is a centralized, secure hub for both board directors and board administrators to manage meeting materials, communications, and governance processes. It is also accessible on desktop and mobile devices. Members can access and collaborate documents at any time, from anywhere. By combining all of these functions into a single software platform, it helps streamline operations and improve collaboration.

The best portals for board gaming are easy to use, regardless of your level of technical expertise or knowledge of the system. They come with a simple, intuitive interface that provides quick and easy access key features. They also have robust analytics dashboards that let admins keep track of their team's performance and engagement. They help board directors and committees prepare for meetings as well as share and approve agenda items, minutes and meeting minutes Create questionnaires and surveys and much more. They also provide fast and simple electronic signatures which makes approvals easy.

If you're choosing an online board application for the first or upgrading to a higher-end solution make sure it provides a range of options for customization that meet the needs of your company. Consider a customizable logo and color scheme and also permission settings that allow users access to folders, groups, and documents.

Additionally, ensure that the portal you choose has robust features to ward off hacking or access that is not authorized. Find a multi-tiered secure framework that has standard security certifications such as SOC2 and HIPAA compliance as well as industry certified and managed data centers. You'll want a feature that allows for permanent deletion of notes, annotations and comments.