Insight
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Board skills, 9 October, 2018
Harnessing conflict for boardroom success
Chairmen need to become accustomed to challenge and receiving feedback as corporate governance becomes more testing than ever before.
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Digital transactions, 9 October, 2018
Why Blockchain is good news for governance
Blockchain is a headline issue but how does it affect corporate governance? At a recent corporate governance discussion forum, academics, regulators and technology experts heard how blockchain can enhance governance and turn shareholder votes into cheap and secure decision-making.
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Cyber-resilience, 8 October, 2018
The governance of cybersecurity
Cybersecurity cannot simply be relegated to the IT department. Top teams need to understand and address the threats.
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Board skills, 2 October, 2018
Ten most common mistakes boards make about risk management
From failing to place risk at the centre of business, to getting communication wrong, here are ten ways boards can avoid risk management mistakes.
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Business ethics, 1 October, 2018
Business ethics and building a strong ethical culture
Poor ethical behaviour can destroy a company’s reputation, but establishing a strong ethical programme can lay the foundation for improved conduct and business performance.
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NED Awards, 1 October, 2018
NED Awards: what it takes to be great
Nominations for the 2019 Non-Executive Director Awards, which aim to recognise NEDs at the top of their game, are now open—but just what does it take to be an asset to the board? As Paul Drechsler says, good NEDs are a ‘gift’.
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Leadership skills, 28 September, 2018
Resilient leadership: how leaders can survive trauma
How do leaders and organisations become resilient? Andrew Kakabadse considers how leaders can bounce back from mistakes and trauma.
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Banking governance, 27 September, 2018
New world order for global banking
Since the collapse of Lehman Brothers and the ensuing crisis, the global financial system is safer and more robust, with stronger governance and regulation. But there remain striking differences between the structure and governance of US and European banks, which only the next crisis will truly put to the test.
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Human rights risks, 22 September, 2018
Ten mistakes boards can avoid on human rights
One of the most frequent mistakes boards make is failing to recognise the seriousness of human rights risks—but it isn’t the only hazard. Here are ten mistakes boards can avoid.
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Hormone therapies, 21 September, 2018
The chemistry of leadership: can hormone replacement therapy help?
Does hormone replacement therapy (HRT) hold the answers to helping executives counter stress and act more effectively as they age? Nada and Andrew Kakabadse explore how testosterone and other supplements can support top team decision-making.
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Business ethics, 12 September, 2018
Responsible business conduct: the OECD way
Recent guidance from the OECD provides a valuable resource for businesses seeking to operate responsibly, implement appropriate due diligence procedures and so support their own long-term success.
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Digital risk, 12 September, 2018
Ten measures boards should take to protect against cybersecurity attacks
As cybercrime becomes a huge corporate risk, boards are under increasing pressure from regulators, clients and investors to safeguard data and protect against operational disruption. Here are ten ways boards can get on top of cybersecurity.
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Pension regulation, 12 September, 2018
‘Uncharted territory’ for directors as hard line set for pension regulation
Board directors are entering a tough new era, with regulatory proposals to impose sanctions for directors who deliberately put their employees’ pensions at risk.
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Digital boardroom, 11 September, 2018
Lead or be led: Why digital transformation starts at the top
How can the boardroom drive technology change for the better? By adopting the use of a board portal, a digital transformation 'enabler', board leaders can be at the forefront of improved efficiency.
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Compliance, 11 September, 2018
Understanding the true costs of compliance and non-compliance
Companies are dealing with an avalanche of new compliance rules and requirements at an ever-increasing speed, and they must understand the costs of getting it both right and wrong.
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Global risk, 1 August, 2018
Risk hotspots – a global roundup
The Brexit timetable causes ructions, cannabis is legalised in Canada, Japan's bitcoin is stung for security, and Italy sparks outrage among the Left.
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Digital technology, 27 July, 2018
The technologies senior leaders plan to deploy in the coming years
Cloud computing is expected to take a back seat to artificial intelligence, big data analytics and blockchain, shows recent academic research conducted by INSEAD.
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Corporate social responsibility, 25 July, 2018
When doing good garners bad press
Firms that engage in corporate social outreach should make sure they send consistent signals, or they risk their actions being interpreted as a sign of bad conscience.
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Corporate responsibility, 24 July, 2018
Follow the rules of corporate obligation, and reap the rewards
Recognising corporate responsibility—moral and social—makes for a well-run company that is attractive to all stakeholders.
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Corporate culture, 23 July, 2018
The cultural attributes of the most innovative companies
The case of China’s innovative Longfor Properties, which trailblazed corporate culture reform in China, proves that “When in Rome, do as the Romans do” is not a recipe for innovation.