REPORTS, WHITEPAPERS & DIRECTOR BRIEFINGS

Looking for the latest research or a briefing on a key topic? Keen to explore best practice guides or read a case study? Board Agenda has compiled a selection of useful resources from industry bodies, regulators, academics and professional advisory firms from around the world in a simple-to-use directory.

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Brought to you by Financial Reporting Council

Review of Corporate Governance Reporting 2024

This annual review of corporate governance reporting from the Financial Reporting Council showcases examples of good reporting.

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Nasdaq 2024 Global Governance Pulse

This Nasdaq report offers a comprehensive view of corporate governance trends and practices and anticipated 2025 board priorities.

Brought to you by Forvis Mazars

A Director's Guide to Conducting Internal Investigations

An internal investigation must be handled meticulously to avoid legal exposure, regulatory or criminal prosecution and reputational damage, and enable the board to comply with its obligations.

Brought to you by Institute of Directors

The Post Office Scandal: A failure of governance

This IoD report seeks to capture insights from the Post Office Horizon IT Inquiry, which focused on issues of governance.

Brought to you by Diligent

Demystifying AI: What does it really mean for the boardroom?

Diligent and Board Agenda’s report covers: AI integration and risk management; ethics; regulation; AI literacy; and AI-powered GRC.

Brought to you by Norman Broadbent

Navigating a new era for the non-executive director 2024

This research is by Norman Broadbent and BDO of a sample of 200 UK board members from SMEs, through to listed boards.

Brought to you by Forvis Mazars

C-suite barometer: outlook 2024 - UK data insights

The C-suite barometer 2024 from Forvis Mazars explores the strategic priorities on the C-suite’s agenda and expected market trends.

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FRC Annual Review of Corporate Reporting 2024

This report provides information for preparers and auditors of financial statements, investors and other users of corporate reports.

Brought to you by ACCA

Finance Evolution: Thriving in the next decade 2024

This report, from ACCA, Chartered Accountants ANZ and PwC, takes a deep dive into the future of the finance function.

Brought to you by Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors

Internal Audit Code of Practice 2024

The IIA's Internal Audit Code of Practice sets out fundamental principles for running a strong and effective internal audit function.

Brought to you by PwC

Corporate board directors (PwC pulse survey) 2024

This PwC Pulse Survey surveyed 673 executives/board members from Fortune 1000 and private companies about the current business environment.

Brought to you by Spencer Stuart

Sustainability in the Spotlight: The Balancing Act of ESG 2024

This survey, by Spencer Stuart and the Diligent Institute, asked directors about their companies’ sustainability strategies and oversight.

Brought to you by World Economic Forum

Global Gender Gap Report 2024

This World Economic Forum index benchmarks the current state and evolution of gender parity across four key dimensions in 101 countries.

Brought to you by ACCA

Sustainability Reporting—SME Guide 2024

ACCA’s guide for SMEs details an eight-stage sustainability reporting cycle, together with underpinning steps.

Brought to you by The Investment Association

Insights on FCA’s TCFD rules for asset managers 2024

With the first wave of TCFD disclosures published, the Investment Association and PwC review key themes emerging in asset manager reporting.

Brought to you by Russell Reynolds Associates

Global Corporate Governance Trends for 2024

Russell Reynolds Associates shares its ninth annual report on what corporate governance trends to watch in 2024.

Brought to you by EY

Improving the Ethnic Diversity of UK Business, Parker Review update 2024

Improving the Ethnic Diversity of UK Business is an update report from the Parker Review, supported by EY.

Brought to you by MSCI

Women on Boards and Beyond: 2023

This annual MSCI report provides an overview of the state of diversity on boards and in other corporate leadership roles.

Brought to you by ACCA

Risk Cultures in Banking: Where Next? 2024

This ACCA report looks at what risk culture means for the banking industry as it faces major structural and macroeconomic shifts.

Brought to you by PwC

Improving transparency and disclosure 2024

A PwC/Private Equity Reporting Group report to assist private equity owned portfolio companies to improve financial and narrative reporting.

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PwC Women in Work 2024

The Women in Work index from PwC measures progress made towards gender equality at work across 33 OECD countries.

Brought to you by FTSE Women Leaders

FTSE Women Leaders Review: Achieving Gender Balance 2024

The FTSE Women Leaders Review shows that female representation on FTSE 350 Boards has increased beyond 40%, but there is still more to do.

Brought to you by Slaughter and May

ESG in 2024: Maturity, Clarity and Uncertainty

This article, from Slaughter and May, aims to help business navigate the landscape for governance and sustainability in 2024.

Brought to you by PwC

Navigating the ESG landscape: Comparison of the “big three” sustainability frameworks 2024

PwC looks at proposed ESG disclosures from the EU, the International Sustainability Standards Board and the US SEC.

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UK Corporate Governance Code 2024 FRC

Latest update of the FRC 2018 UK Corporate Governance Code. The 2024 code will apply to financial years starting on or after 1 Jan 2025.