Overview

Benchmark by AMS provides comprehensive operational benchmarking for performing arts centers.

By collecting and analyzing data across multiple operational areas, Benchmark enables you to make data-driven decisions and understand your organization's performance in context with your peers.

Key Features

Annual Data Submission

Submit data within 60 days of your fiscal year end
Auto-saving forms prevent data loss
Excel workbook available for data preparation
Flexible data extraction options to streamline your process

Analytics & Reports

Dashboard: High-level summary for board and stakeholder presentations
Executive Metrics: Detailed performance comparisons with peer organizations
Operating Results: In-depth analysis across 12 operational areas
Financial Health: Comprehensive financial ratios and indicators including CFI

Advanced Features

Create custom cohorts for targeted analysis
Filter data to focus on specific metrics
Compare performance across peer groups
Track trends over multiple fiscal years

Data Areas Covered

Financial Performance
- Profit & Loss statement
- Balance sheet
- Key financial indicators
Attendance & Programming
- Total attendance figures
- Ticket sales data
- Utilization rates
- Event types and genres
Operational Metrics
- Staffing information
- Venue utilization
- Channel sales
- Revenue per available seat
Financial Health Indicators
- Resource sufficiency metrics
- Debt management ratios
- Operating results analysis
- Composite Financial Index (indicates financial health)

Getting Started

1. Prepare Your Data

Identify your submission deadline
Download the Excel workbook
Gather data from relevant departments
Consider setting up automated data extraction, or schedule a site visit (called Report Writer by AMS)