Effective grant management requires a balanced approach—one that empowers organisations to maintain control while benefiting from expert tools and streamlined processes. That’s where Canalix Grant Management excels in – enabling customers to focus on their mission while we handle the technical complexities. In this blog post we’ll explore how responsibilities are shared between Canalix and our customers, creating a seamless, efficient onboarding model. 

At Canalix, we take on the heavy lifting of grant management, from system setup to ongoing support. Our solution is designed to streamline administrative burdens while fostering collaboration with our customers. This approach ensures that organisations can confidently transition into system ownership, maintaining control over their unique grant processes. 

 Where Canalix Steps In 

Canalix simplifies grant administration by providing advanced tools and expert support in key areas: 

• Setup and Customisation 

Canalix offers an out-of-the-box solution that is fully customisable. Customers can use templates for grant application forms, question fields, and workflows to quickly adapt the system to their needs without technical expertise. 

• Automation and Integration 

Repetitive tasks like email notifications and application status updates are automated, saving time and reducing errors. The system also integrates seamlessly with financial systems for disbursement and reporting. 

• Compliance 

Canalix adheres to stringent standards such as GDPR, ISO27001, and Cyber Essentials, ensuring robust data security and compliance with UK Government requirements.  

Where the Customer Takes Over

Our collaborative model ensures a gradual, guided transition of responsibilities to the customer: 

• Hands-On Learning 

During the initial grant scheme, Canalix works closely with the customer to configure budgets, templates, and workflows. This hands-on approach equips teams with the skills they need to manage the system independently. 

• Gradual Independence 

As customers implement subsequent grant schemes, they take on increasing responsibility for system management. By the second or third scheme, most customers are fully equipped to manage their processes without direct support. 

• Grant Scheme Creation and Management 

The system allows customers to set up, modify, and manage grant schemes directly. They can add or remove grants and tailor application forms to meet specific requirements. 

• Review and Decision-Making 

While Canalix flags potential issues such as fraud or ineligibility, final approval decisions rest with the customer. This ensures that organizations retain full control over grant allocations. 

Supporting Customer Success

• Training and Support 

Our “Train the Trainer” resources empower customers to maximize the system’s potential. Ongoing support is always available for troubleshooting or queries. 

• Stakeholder Communication 

Although Canalix automates emails and notifications, customers personalize templates and manage direct interactions with grant applicants, ensuring consistent and tailored communication. 

Proven Results

Our user onboarding model has a high success rate. Research shows that customers experience faster onboarding, reduced administrative costs, and enhanced efficiency in grant processing. For example, automating workflows can cut processing time by up to 40%, enabling quicker fund allocation and improved outcomes. 

Conclusion: A Balanced Approach to Grant Management

The Canalix user onboarding model ensures that organisations can focus on impactful grant programs while we handle the technical complexities. By combining advanced automation with a collaborative approach, customers retain control over decision-making while benefiting from an efficient, secure, and user-friendly grant management solution. 

Ready to transform your grant management process? Contact us today to learn more.