1. Online Scout Manager Created by Ed Jellard - Founder & Director Ed Jellard founded the company after being frustrated with all the administration work needed to be an effective scout leader. Ed has a Computer Science degree from the University of York and has been a software engineer for many years; he is now using his experience, coupled with a passion for doing things right, to create a product that exceeds the requirements of Scout and Guide leaders from all over the world. www.onlinescoutmanager.co.uk

2. I was against this sort of database to start with just over a year ago but I gave it a shot and WOW is all I can say! It really has made such a difference to me personally as a Leader as it really is like having my own secretary/extra leader as it saves so much of my time keeping badge records, registers, personal details etc updated. I can also do so much with the iPhone app in the meetings in real time. Neil, Scout Leader, Oxley Park Scout Group Since inheriting Scout Leader role, a busy work schedule made it hard to keep up with the records; until I found OSM! Now I work closely with my Assistant Scout Leader, who finds OSM easy to use to help with updating events, badges, records and so. OSM has revolutionised running administration the troop for the volunteers in a way we as scouters had all been hoping for, so now it's a shared task and we can devote our time to the things that matter most. Cub feeder packs and Explorer unit also use OSM and members flow between them with ease. Use Web, Android, and iPod Touch/iPhone versions which all work well together. Ed is always quick to respond on any issues or usability which really helps to get the most from the service. Thanks, and keep up the excellent work - it's a revolution !! Gareth Rhys, Scout Leader, Eastcombe I must say that I've been using for 9 months and I find it so easy to keep cub records up to date. I'd like to say a big thank you for setting it up, the admin side of things was a real weight around my neck but it's so much better now. Marilyn, Cub Scout Leader, 15th Didcot Testimonials

3. How can OSM help me? Record keeping is quick and easy Transfer members when they move up All your leaders can access the system Access on the web or with your smartphone Manage everything in one place: finances badge records events communication with your group All on a safe, secure, data protection act compliant system. Badge Records Badge records can be automatically updated based on your programme and attendance register. Group Management Communicate with your group from inside or outside OSM with email mailing lists or text messaging. Programme Planning Plan and improve your programme with the enormous database of activities

4. What it looks like

5. Available Levels

6. Details

7. Menus

8. Access Can be restricted to Leaders at different levels or parents can be added to allow them to view events etc

9. Records

10. Details can be imported from existing spreadsheets

11. Collating Information

12. Planning

13. Programme Planning

14. Information Display

16. Programme Planning

20. Badges

22. Badge Linked Activities

25. Badge Records

26. Badge Reports

27. Badges

28. Finance

29. Extras

30. Data Protection OSM Excels in Security Tests Security and Data Protection have always been our number one priority due to the sensitive nature of the data in our systems. We contracted a company of 'ethical hackers' to spend several days trying to break into OSM - you'll be happy to hear they didn't succeed and we passed with flying colours! The company we use is a major player in the security field and the tests they perform meet the highest industry standards that have been adopted by the government; so you can be reassured that your data is safe in OSM. OSM is Data Protection Act Compliant OSM is data protection act compliant - security is a big part of the DPA, but the location of the servers is also important. OSM is hosted in London in a top-quality secure data centre that complies to all the necessary regulations*. The data centre is world-class, as you will have noticed by fast loading times and the lack of down-time - OSM has been here for you for over 99.99% of the time in the last 6 months. Accuracy and the length of time you hold the data is another aspect of the DPA. This is your responsibility so you must remove personal information when you no longer require it by using the "Remove" option in the "Personal Details" page. * The data centre complies to ISO27001, ISO9001, ISO14001, OHAS18001, BS 25999-2 & PCI DSS.

31. Online Demo Available U-Tube Tutorials Available