Risk Insights

1. 3 April, 2020

   Covid-19 adds to an unprecedented landscape of risk

   Audit committee chairs have already drawn risk management lessons from the pandemic. But their attention is also fixed on the issues that will remain long after the crisis is resolved.

2. 13 March, 2020

   ICGN issues guidance for investors amid Covid-19 pandemic

   International Corporate Governance Network says investors should demonstrate support for companies and avoid demands for short-term gains.

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   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?

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   29 April, 2019

   Risk hotspots: a global roundup

   Pressure grows on social media companies, the economy slows in South Korea, France and Italy fall out, while Alphabet and Shell go fly a kite.

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   11 April, 2019

   Country profile: Canada

   Despite trade spats with the US, there is optimism in Canada about the country’s prospects. Cannabis is expected to provide an economic boost, while construction is set to expand massively under a government initiative.

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   28 March, 2019

   Taking control of cyber risk

   Cybercrime is an escalating problem that demands constant attention to mitigate against financial and reputational risk. But what should boards do to ensure their organisation is protected?

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   8 March, 2019

   Why boards need to support whistleblowers

   The recently revised UK Corporate Governance Code has re-emphasised the importance of whistleblowing. Resources are available to help boards ensure they are well placed to support the process.

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   14 February, 2019

   Strategic decision-making in a fast-changing world

   The rapid pace of change in areas such as technology, global politics and demographics poses unique challenges for financial services firms. How should boards approach strategic decision-making when faced with so many near-term pressures?