Insights
Audit committees and ESG: 10 key observations
With ESG and climate risk concerns set to increase, the role of the audit committee is being watched closely by investors.
Why big firms are rarely toppled by corporate scandals
An analysis of the effects of a wide variety of business scandals shows that only rarely is the effect as severe as we might imagine.
Corporate-startup partnering can be a force for good
Corporations and startups have complementary capabilities that can generate solutions with both an economic payoff and social impact.
How boards can build an effective ransomware response plan
The impacts of a ransomware attack are immediate, significant and hugely damaging to company reputation. Boards should be prepared.
Stewardship goals: creating value, responsibly, with a sense of purpose
Stewardship starts with the character of the company, and at its core is the idea that a business is conducted to meet human and social needs.
Rethinking boards: what does the future hold for directors?
As companies increase in complexity, directors may struggle to add impact and value. Here are five potential areas for board reform.
Audit committees and ESG: ‘It’s a difficult journey to navigate’
The rise of ESG as an investor concern is creating new demands of audit committees. A recent CACID event looked at the challenges.
The Secret NED: if your board has problems, don’t be a hero
Even the best non-executives shouldn’t presume they can solve all the board’s difficulties, especially those symptomatic of wider issues.
Why the right sponsors are crucial to women’s leadership progress
Women need sponsors who will help them to access the mission-critical assignments that lead to top executive roles.
GE whizz: Jack Welch’s focus on corporate culture was ahead of his time
To judge GE only on its recent performance is to vastly underrate its achievements—in particular, its strong, consistent corporate culture.