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INSIGHT: Research, 20 August, 2021
The relationships that create successful acquisitions
A study of start-up acquisitions shows that important patterns on both sides lead to a successful integration.
COMMENT: Strategy, 19 August, 2021
The new hybrid workplace will need organisational glue
There is much to do to shape a hybrid workplace environment that is fully inclusive for those working remotely.
INSIGHT: Research, 18 August, 2021
What really determines CEO compensation?
A CEO pay survey highlights the underlying differences of opinion that may cause disagreements on remuneration—and also areas of agreement.
INSIGHT: Governance, 16 August, 2021
Boards need to stop ESG greenwashing and recognise reputational threats
There is no standard measure of environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance—and the system is largely being used as greenwash.
INSIGHT: Selection, 13 August, 2021
How to onboard directors so they hit the ground running
Here are seven ways to deliver an effective induction process for board directors that will help them to quickly make a valuable contribution.
COMMENT: Regulation, 12 August, 2021
We need clearer, more consistent information on ESG
US financial watchdogs are consulting on the introduction of ESG reporting for US companies. Nell Minow makes the case for better data.
COMMENT: Ethical business, 11 August, 2021
The UK has gone from leader to laggard on business and human rights
As new laws emerge around Europe, it’s time for the UK to hold business liable for human rights abuses in supply chains around the world.
COMMENT: Technology, 9 August, 2021
Why remote board meetings will survive the Covid pandemic
Zoom and Microsoft Teams have been godsends for my organisation and are likely here to stay, including for board meetings.
NEWS: Technology, 5 August, 2021
Changes to company law would enable use of ‘robot directors’
Researchers say that the use of artificial intelligence on boards “is possible with minor reconsiderations to the current legislation”.
NEWS: Diversity, 4 August, 2021
Research reveals benefits of having a female chief financial officer
Female CFOs give “direct, concise and conservative presentations” and enjoy “stronger associations with future firm performance”.