Ethics
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Digital business and ethics, 10 August, 2017
Ethical principles vital as digital age recasts business environment
The complexities and changing business environment associated with the digital age do not alter the importance of ethical principles, according to a major study of accountants. But that doesn't mean it's going to be easy.
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Finance reform, 20 July, 2017
Sustainable Finance report: implications for investors and directors
Reform of the financial system towards a sustainable economy has been detailed in an EU report, whose recommendations—which draw upon corporate governance reform—impact upon fiduciary duties in varying degrees.
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Interview: Alice Steenland, AXA Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer, 18 July, 2017
A partner for society: Alice Steenland
Alice Steenland, AXA’s chief corporate responsibility officer, explains why responsible business matters and why the insurer aims to “empower people to live better lives”.
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Non-financial reporting, 11 July, 2017
Non-Financial Reporting Directive: embracing the challenge
Boards must understand the importance of sustainability and long-term value to their businesses, and that means taking non-financial reporting requirements more seriously.
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Interview: Fiona Reynolds, PRI, 19 June, 2017
A matter of principle: Fiona Reynolds
Since its inception in 2006, the PRI has made inroads into ensuring that investors properly address ESG. But, there is much work to be done if it is to meet its goal of doing itself out of a job.
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Corporate wrongdoing, 14 June, 2017
Whistleblowers should not be incentivised with payments, says ecoDa
The group representing company directors across Europe says whistleblowing needs clearly defined roles, not payments.
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Boardroom composition, 7 June, 2017
Gender diversity best where companies are also led by women
Research finds boardroom gender diversity is improving, but has developed most in companies where leadership roles are also occupied by women.
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Ethics, 6 June, 2017
Reward whistleblowers, says Lib Dem peer
Baroness Kramer says whistleblowers are still considered "snitches" instead of people trying to keep their industry clean.
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Diversity, 30 May, 2017
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to boosting diversity and business growth
Diversity in business is often misunderstood, leading to under-representation and stilted career advancement for minority and marginalised professionals. But there are ways to tackle this, while boosting improving performance.
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Leadership, 15 May, 2017
Ethical ‘lapses’ driving more CEO departures, says study
More chief executives are being ousted from their roles for "ethical lapses", due to tightening regulation and governance, digital communications, the 24-hour news cycle and increased activity in developing economies.
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Leadership, 9 May, 2017
Three crucial advantages of multicultural management teams
International experience and insight matter far more than what it says on your passport.
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Responsible Business Week, 24 April, 2017
All employees should be given digital skills
Business in the Community and Accenture call on companies to ensure their employees are fit for the coming digital revolution, by providing them with the right skills.
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Banking, 11 April, 2017
Barclays’ whistleblowing debacle will affect public perception of governance
Barclays' whistleblowing disclosure affects not only the bank, but the perception of governance more broadly.
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Whistleblowing, 11 April, 2017
Speak up: how to encourage whistleblowing in your organisation
Corporate malpractice is damaging to a company and its reputation, but many employees are unaware of whistleblowing procedures, or they fear retaliation if they do speak out.
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Modern slavery reporting, 29 March, 2017
Why UK companies cannot ignore modern slavery reporting
Companies in the UK now have to produce a report detailing their efforts to beat modern slavery in their supply chains. Some have clearly thought this through. But the poor reporting of others is "worrying".
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Interview: Steve Waygood, Aviva, 29 March, 2017
A good investment: Steve Waygood
Focus on environmental, social and governance issues has in the past been lacking in the investment industry, but interest is finally on the ascendant, says Steve Waygood, chief responsible investment officer at Aviva.
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Climate change, 1 March, 2017
Watchdog worried climate disclosures will lead to ‘checklist mentality’
Financial Reporting Council seeks a "principles-based approach" to climate change disclosure, and worries recent guidance is so big companies will find it "onerous".
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ESG, 8 February, 2017
Trump puts business values to the test
CEOs of some of the biggest global firms have publicly opposed Trump’s travel ban, but will they show the same commitment to the environment?
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Responsible investment, 7 February, 2017
Trump will not derail ESG investment, say experts
Donald Trump may call climate change a "hoax", but ESG investment is driven by investors who see impact on the environment as key to financial results.
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Trump's executive order, 1 February, 2017
Trump’s travel ban and the challenge to governance
Donald Trump's travel ban not only presents a challenge to civil liberties, but also to the development of modern corporate governance.