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Talent pipeline, 15 October, 2019

How companies can develop more diverse boardrooms

Diverse boardrooms have been shown to correlate with improved financial performance. But creating a talent pipeline isn’t an overnight task.
14 October, 2019

Corporate activism: how CEOs should approach political issues

Companies used to avoid political issues at any cost. But knowing when—and how—to speak out is becoming a core skill for business leaders.

Board recognition, 30 September, 2019

NED Awards 2020: ‘Think strategically about how your company adapts’

Nominations for the Non-Executive Director Awards 2020 are now open. Jacqui Ferguson, a winner in 2018, says NEDs play a vital role in turbulent times.
Psychology, 18 September, 2019

Sustainability and the five archetypes of boardroom behaviour

When it comes to "walking the talk" of sustainability, the type of board directors you have and their attitudes—from scepticism to fervent belief—matters.
Reputation, 2 September, 2019

Boards under media influence

Media coverage has a broad agenda-setting effect which should never be underestimated. Directors need to carefully manage their reactions to what they read.
Board evolution, 7 August, 2019

Setting the pace: how to ensure your board is fit for the future

EY’s latest whitepaper looks at the key actions boards should take now to ensure they set the pace—or risk falling behind.
Report, 19 July, 2019

Outsourcing: the risks and rewards of a multi-faceted tool

A new report examines how outsourcing offers financial and strategic advantages to organisations in an increasingly fast-paced business environment.
Technology, 25 June, 2019

Cybersecurity: how to close the knowledge gap

The issue of cybersecurity has moved to the top of the boardroom agenda. But are boards doing the right things to stay one step ahead of criminals?
Knowledge sharing, 11 June, 2019

NGO governance: finding solutions to future challenges

A recent event brought together experts from national and international non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to identify future governance challenges for the sector—and share possible solutions.
Reporting, 7 June, 2019

Why workforce disclosure is a governance issue

Investors are increasingly interested in the social purpose of companies, with a new focus on the quality of workforce practices and how they should be reported.
ESG strategy, 5 June, 2019

ESG catalysts: how consumers can change corporations

Some companies encounter obstacles to full integration of ESG principles. It may be that consumers have more power than they imagine to change corporate behaviours for the better.
Financial services, 29 May, 2019

Banking on better cybersecurity

Boards are bolstering their expertise as they look to tackle one of the biggest business threats facing financial services firms: the risk of cyber-attacks. But experts warn that resilience needs to be hard-wired into the business itself.