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Better than Intercom?
Support without the bloat
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Customer support that won’t slow you down
If you've ever felt like support tools are slowing your team down, Plain is a refreshing, streamlined way to manage B2B support.
What is it: Plain is an all-in-one customer support platform that brings together tickets, messages, and internal collaboration into a single interface.
Who is it for: It's perfect for fast-moving B2B teams who want to scale support without sacrificing quality or speed.
Alternative to: Intercom
Why we like it: We like Plain for its lightning-fast interface, built-in collaboration tools, and smart AI features that actually save time.

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Streamline Board Management and Strengthen Governance with BoardEffect
BoardEffect is an intuitive, secure board management platform trusted by nonprofits, community healthcare, and higher education organizations to streamline board processes and drive more effective governance.
Key Benefits for Your Business:
Simplified Meeting Preparation: Create and distribute digital board books, agendas, and minutes with real-time access on any device.
Transparent Collaboration: Enable board members to collaborate, vote, and approve materials securely, anytime and anywhere.
Secure Document Management: Centralize critical documents like strategic plans, policies, and reports in a secure, searchable library.
Streamlined Board Onboarding & Development: Equip new board members with essential resources and foster continuous board education through an easy-to-access resource library.
Robust Security & Compliance: Protect sensitive board information with multi-layered security, SOC2-certified infrastructure, and customizable user permissions.
BoardEffect empowers boards and governance leaders to operate with greater transparency, efficiency, and impact—helping organizations better serve their missions through stronger board performance.

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