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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Resources

Brought to you by FGS Global

A hard job getting harder: The board's role in a rewired world

The role of director is demanding intellectually, ethically and strategically. FGS interviewed 175 experts and polled 20,000 people.

Brought to you by ecoDa

European Corporate Governance Barometer 2026

EcoDa's report highlights emerging governance challenges for European boards, such as technology, cyber risk and geopolitics.

Brought to you by Henley Business School

Redefining Leadership in the Age of AI

Henley Business School report on how technology is changing organisations, and what this demands of leadership, judgement and capability.

Brought to you by Russell Reynolds Associates

Global Corporate Governance Trends for 2026

Russell Reynolds Associates interviewed leadership advisers and governance experts for its Global Corporate Governance Trends report 2026.

Brought to you by KPMG

On the 2026 nomination committee agenda

KPMG draws on insights from research with board members to highlight seven considerations for nomination committees 2026 agendas.

Brought to you by Protiviti

The Board’s AI Moment, 2026

This report, from Protiviti’s 2026 Global Board Governance Survey results, focuses on artificial intelligence.

Brought to you by National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)

Cyber Governance Code of Practice

The Cyber Governance Code of Practice from the DSIT and National Cyber Security Centre helps boards and directors in governing cyber risks.

Brought to you by National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)

Cyber Governance Code of Practice (SUMMARY)

This is a one-page summary of the Cyber Governance Code of Practice from the DSIT and National Cyber Security Centre.

Brought to you by Forvis Mazars

C-suite barometer: outlook 2026

Forvis Mazars collected the views of more than 3,000 C-suite executives across 40 countries, for its sixth annual C-suite barometer.

Brought to you by PwC

PwC 29th Global CEO Survey 2026

PwC’s 29th Global CEO Survey is based on responses from 4,454 chief executives across 95 countries and territories.

Brought to you by Broadridge

Unlocking the Future of Investor Relations

This Broadridge report explores how investor relations teams can use technology and analytics to foster stronger connections with shareholders

Brought to you by World Economic Forum

The Global Risks Report 2026

The World Economic Forum surveyed more than 1,300 global leaders and experts, to explore global risks in 2026.

Brought to you by World Economic Forum

The Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026

The World Economic Forum's Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026, written in collaboration with Accenture, examines cybersecurity trends in 2026.

Brought to you by National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD)

NACD 2026 Governance Outlook: Governing for Growth Amidst Disruption

This annual report from NACD in the US offers practical guidance to help boards build resilience, agility, and effective governance.

Brought to you by Forvis Mazars

Growing Global: Harnessing the power of reporting and data insights 2025

In this report, Forvis Mazars explains how embracing, bolstering and applying reporting will help businesses grow globally.

Brought to you by KPMG

KPMG 2025 Global CEO Outlook

The KPMG CEO Outlook, conducted with 1,350 CEOs in Aug/Sept 2025, provides insight into the mindset, strategies and planning tactics of CEOs.

Brought to you by Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors

Risk in Focus 2026

Risk in Focus 2026 from the ECIIA draws on a survey of 879 chief audit executives, and takes a deep look into areas of pressing importance.

Brought to you by Signal AI

The Biggest Corporate Reputation Challenges of 2025

This Signal AI report gives a barometer for the new reputational risk landscape, identifying threats and delivering a strategic framework.

Brought to you by CrowdStrike

CrowdStrike 2025 Global Threat Report

CrowdStrike's report arms security professionals and dedicated cyber defenders with the knowledge to keep a step ahead of cyber criminals.

Brought to you by TMF Group

Global Business Complexity Index 2025

TMF Group’s 12th annual report on global business complexity explores the challenges of businesses in an increasingly uncertain world.

Brought to you by SoSafe

Cybercrime Trends 2025

SoSafe’s report breaks down what’s shaping cybercrime in 2025, outlining six trends, including AI and multichannel attacks.

Brought to you by Veeam

From Risk to Resilience : Ransomware Trends and Proactive Strategies

Veeam’s ransomware report surveyed 1,300 organisations, 900 of which had experienced at least one ransomware attack in the past 12 months.

Brought to you by Trend Micro

Trend 2025 Cyber Risk Report

This report harnesses data from Trend’s cybersecurity platform and identifies exposures across to help prioritise and address risk areas.

Brought to you by Forvis Mazars

Performance Pulse: Are UK businesses prepared for AI?

Forvis Mazars measured the AI preparedness of more than 300 UK businesses: 97% say they're ready for AI, but many have no guardrails in place.

Brought to you by McKinsey

McKinsey: The State of AI 2025

McKinsey Global Survey on AI presents responses from 1,491 participants in 101 nations in a range of regions, industries and company sizes.