Who we work with · Cooperatives

Shared infrastructure for shared ownership.

FORUS helps cooperatives connect their people, services and opportunities through a shared digital environment.

Members of a cooperative gathered around a table outdoors
How FORUS helps

The cooperative economy already exists. The next step is to connect it.

FORUS.coop is the cooperative implementation of FORUS infrastructure, operated by FORUS Digital Cooperative. Cooperatives, federations and apex bodies engage there. Institutions and networks that work with cooperatives can partner with FORUS Digital directly.

What the infrastructure can support

Built on a shared foundation.

01

Cooperative identity

A shared identity and organisation profile that lets a cooperative be recognised, connected and trusted.

02

Members, communication and governance

Member records, notices, engagement and governance decisions in one connected environment.

03

Learning and capability

Role-based learning pathways for members, leaders and administrators.

04

Trade and operations

Products, inventory, collective procurement and sector operations for agriculture, retail and transport.

05

Payments and finance readiness

Collections, contributions and settlements through approved providers, and the records that support finance readiness.

06

Federations and networks

Apex bodies and federations supporting many cooperatives at network scale.

Specific capabilities, availability and implementation requirements vary by market, partner and deployment.

What could we build together?

FORUS works with organisations seeking to connect people, systems, services and economic opportunity.