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Hiring processes, 21 October, 2019

Due diligence in recruitment requires the human touch

Verifying a senior hire's CV is vital to avoid costly mistakes. But due diligence in recruitment requires more than database checks alone.
Board selection, 17 October, 2019

What makes a successful non-executive director?

Qualities that are prized in executive life must be left at the boardroom door as a non-executive director. So what do boards look for in a new recruit?

Sustainable business, 23 September, 2019

How corporate governance can drive a sustainable economy

The current social and environmental crisis requires radical action from businesses. Corporate governance can be a key driver in transforming the economy.
Due diligence, 9 September, 2019

Strategic shifts are needed to ensure due diligence in global supply chains

Boards must set the tone for due diligence as consumers and regulators scrutinise how firms address environmental and human rights risks in supply chains.
European Commission strategy, 30 August, 2019

A new agenda for Europe: capital markets union, sustainability and IPOs

The European Commission has a new president and is working on its strategic agenda. What should be the new administration's priorities?
Regulation, 16 August, 2019

Company data: balancing transparency with privacy

There have been increasing concerns that the data held at Companies House is inaccurate and that its public availability is open to misuse. A recent consultation aims to resolve these issues.
Research, 15 August, 2019

Why insecure leaders trust algorithms over advisers

Psychological experiments suggest that secure leaders are more likely to seek counsel from peers, while insecure bosses prefer to ask an algorithm. What are the implications for leadership?
Artificial intelligence, 12 August, 2019

Audit and technology: not a panacea, but a catalyst for improvement

New technology offers the possibility of improving the quality of audit and adding value—but the human relationship between organisation and auditor must not be lost.
Integrated reporting, 9 August, 2019

Better Alignment Project maps the road to sustainability

Participants in the Corporate Reporting Dialogue have concluded a global market consultation on building better alignment between reporting frameworks.
Corporate culture, 6 August, 2019

If you want employees to speak up, show that you will listen

Effective speak-up procedures help boards to understand and improve their organisational culture. But employees won't come forward unless they feel supported.
Cybersecurity, 5 August, 2019

Board preparation is key to fighting the ransomware threat

Board members must be clear on how their organisation’s data and IT infrastructure is being protected from the growing ransomware threat—and whether to pay up in the event of an attack.
Shareholder rights, 26 July, 2019

Imbalance of power: loyalty shares threaten ‘one share, one vote’

The rise of loyalty shares—conferring multiple voting rights—is disrupting the principle of fair and equal treatment of all shareholders in Europe and beyond.