Ep. 233
This episode introduces OpenSldes, a free, web-based software designed to streamline and enhance meetings by digitizing agendas, motions, elections, and more. It centralizes all meeting-related tasks through a single URL, making it accessible and user-friendly. OpenSldes allows dynamic agenda management, speaker lists, electronic voting, and integrates live video streams, making it suitable for in-person, hybrid, and virtual meetings. It is highly customizable, with fine-grained permissions and archiving capabilities. The software is open-source under the MIT license, with options for self-hosting or a Software-as-a-Service model with professional support. It is used by diverse organizations, including NGOs, political parties, trade unions, and student groups, particularly in Germany. The page emphasizes its potential to improve meeting efficiency, transparency, and participation, and encourages visitors to explore the OpenSldes website for more information.