Board management software
Board Intelligence or Convene: Which board portal is right for you?
Find out how Board Intelligence stacks up against Convene.
Book a demoChoosing a board portal isn’t just about managing meetings, it’s about improving how your board performs.
Most providers stop at meeting logistics and document sharing, but Board Intelligence goes further. As Europe’s largest board technology and advisory firm, trusted by leaders across the Fortune 500, FTSE 100, and OMX 30, we bring together two decades of governance insight and secure, enterprise-grade technology.
The result is unique: the science of board effectiveness distilled into practical tools and services that help boards and governance teams deliver their best work all year round.
This comparison shows how Board Intelligence leads the market — streamlining governance, strengthening decision-making, and raising the standard of board performance.
How Board Intelligence compares to Convene
A complete suite of governance tools and advisory expertise built on 20 years of boardroom insight.
A secure board portal for meetings and document sharing, focused on administrative efficiency rather than board performance or strategic impact.
Straightforward pricing: one platform fee with modular add-ons, so you only pay for what you need.
Quote-based pricing with no published rate card.
Supports administrators and goes further, offering tools for agenda planning, report writing, and board evaluation — all built to unleash board potential.
Covers tasks such as agendas, e-signing, and annotations. A functional tool built for day-to-day board administration.
Launched in 2022, Board Intelligence's purpose-built AI supports a growing range of use cases, including minutes, meeting preparation, and report writing. Features are imbued with 20 years' governance best practice insights.
Convene AI only recently launched in July 2025, powered by AWS Bedrock. Model updates, quotas, and roadmap are externally controlled. Can slow or lag under heavy use or regional limits.
Rated 4.8/5 for user satisfaction on Capterra. Governance professionals and directors endorse its clean, intuitive interface.
Rated 4.8/5 for user satisfaction on Capterra. User-friendly but limited to functional use cases for meeting management and administration.
Offers enterprise-grade security that's routinely tested and certified by the world's most demanding institutions.
Meets recognised standards but dependent on AWS hosting. Security relies on third-party infrastructure, not board-specific safeguards.
More than a portal, Board Intelligence is a board and governance effectiveness partner that offers software and advisory know‑how to elevate board performance.
A board meeting and document management software provider, rather than a broader board and governance effectiveness partner.
24/7 global support, tailored onboarding, and enablement.
24/7 global support.
For boards that want to streamline governance processes while adopting best practices and raising the standard of governance.
Good fit for teams seeking a straightforward, cost‑conscious tool for board management.
Rated a board management leader on G2
From easiest admin, fastest implementation to best ROI users love Board Intelligence across small business, mid-market and enterprise.
FAQs
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How easy is it to move from Convene to Board Intelligence?
Switching board portal is seamless. Our onboarding team handles migration, set-up, and training — helping you move quickly without disruption or downtime.
Read our guide to switching board portals to find out more.
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What’s the key difference between Board Intelligence and Convene?
Convene is primarily a meeting management tool. Board Intelligence is a holistic board management and board effectiveness platform that unites technology, advisory expertise, and proven frameworks to streamline processes and supercharge board performance.
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How do the two platforms compare on pricing?
Convene prices on a per-user license, per-year basis. Board Intelligence offers a simple pricing model with one clear platform fee and flexible add-ons, so boards only pay for what they need.
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How do the platforms differ in features?
Convene focuses on core administrative tasks, including agendas, annotations, and e-signatures. Board Intelligence delivers on these administrative tasks while also offering tools and services designed to drive improved governance and board performance — from strategic agenda planning and board reporting to board evaluation and director upskilling.
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How do their AI capabilities compare?
Convene AI, launched in July 2025, is powered by AWS Bedrock and currently offers relatively limited functionality. Board Intelligence’s AI, launched in 2022, is built on 20 years of governance expertise. AI-powered features like Insight Driver, Report Writer, and Minute Writer help boards streamline processes and enhance their impact.
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Which platform is easier to use?
Both are well-rated, but Board Intelligence scores higher for user satisfaction. It’s designed specifically for governance professionals and board directors, helping all users save time, focus on what matters most, and work more effectively.
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How do the two platforms compare on security?
Convene meets basic standards like ISO 27001 and GDPR. Board Intelligence sets the benchmark for board-level security — independently certified, transparent, and trusted by the world’s most security-conscious organisations.
Find out more in our guide to the security and resilience of the Board Intelligence platform.
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How do their support and service offerings compare?
Convene provides standard 24/7 support. Board Intelligence goes further, offering tailored onboarding and ongoing enablement guided by one principle: remarkable quality.
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Who is each platform best suited for?
Convene suits teams looking for a straightforward, cost-conscious meeting tool. Board Intelligence is built for boards that want to streamline administration, improve governance standards, and enhance board performance.
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