Strategy
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Climate change, 27 November, 2017
Every board has a role in the transition to a low-carbon economy
Climate change has placed a premium on moving to sustainable business models and a low-carbon economy. The task will need “positivity of purpose“ and “informed assessment“ of climate risks, writes Tom Delay of the Carbon Trust.
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European culture survey, 6 November, 2017
European survey: boards struggle with culture
New research from Board Agenda, conducted in association with Mazars and INSEAD, reveals that while some boards recognise the value of corporate culture, a significant number are still grappling to give it adequate time and attention.
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Sustainable business, 1 November, 2017
Sense in sustainability: the changing focus for boards
Boards are beginning to acknowledge that sustainability is no longer a siloed concept, but a crucial strategy that lies at the heart of responsible, profitable business, with long-term rewards for both stakeholders and society.
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Mergers & acquisitions, 31 October, 2017
M&A post-crisis: the changing role of the NED
As M&A deal activity recovers from post-crisis lows, non-executives are becoming increasingly involved in the pre-deal planning process.
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China, 27 October, 2017
Overcoming difference as Chinese investment in Europe grows
Chinese appetite for European investment has become ever more sophisticated, but it still pays for both parties to be aware of cultural and operational differences that may arise.
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Innovation, 24 October, 2017
R&D spend ‘feels the effects’ of economic nationalism
Survey on research and development uncovers concerns about policies that affect visa and work restrictions, and undermine access to talent.
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Board roles, 23 October, 2017
Danone combines CEO and chair roles in bid to boost governance
French food company combines chief executive and chair roles saying it "builds a bridge" between the board and management.
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Sustainability, 13 October, 2017
Enduring institutions prosper through serving society
The drive for sustainability has to some extent undermined the concept of shareholder value. Denis Kilroy argues that the key strategy companies should be pursuing is creating ongoing value and wealth.
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Reputation management, 5 October, 2017
Reputation for the long term requires a change of attitude
Ensuring long-term success is about protecting reputation. But it may mean a painful adjustment from short to long-term thinking and to a more inclusive form of capitalism.
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Corporate strategy, 26 September, 2017
New guidelines launched for stakeholder engagement
Governance experts and investors come together to publish advice on how to assess the needs of stakeholders when forming corporate strategy.
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Corporate reform, 25 September, 2017
Corporate culture and how to rebuild public trust
A succession of scandals across the world has given every indication that there is a crisis in corporate culture. So what do we do to fix the problem?
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Fund managers, 18 September, 2017
UK companies face higher risk of activist action
Research from consultancy Alvarez & Marsal reveals that 54 UK companies are currently activist targets, and that more than two-thirds of activist action across Europe include demands for boardroom changes.
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Corporate culture, 12 September, 2017
Take part in the European corporate culture survey
A partnership between Board Agenda, Mazars and INSEAD aims to uncover how companies embed corporate culture, how it is monitored and whether the links between culture and performance are understood.
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By Maggie Pagano, 11 September, 2017
Strategic thinking in the age of digital transformation
Technological transformation is coming fast, with Blockchain, artificial intelligence and robotics all set to radically impact the way we do business. But are boards prepared to see this as the catalyst for radically changing strategy?
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Digitalisation, 15 August, 2017
Digital transformation: how boards can weather the storm
With the digital revolution about to present "the greatest disruption to both leadership and governance in the entire history of business", there are ways that boards can prepare for the new digital economy and not be left behind.
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By Andrew Cave, 8 August, 2017
Unilever’s takeover rejection becomes a turning point
Unilever this year defeated a takeover bid from American rival Kraft. But the episode has prompted questions over the Anglo-Dutch group’s ability to maintain its much-envied sustainable business model.
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Strategy and culture, 22 June, 2017
Research captures shift in purpose for global business
Research from EY reveals a shift in corporate culture and strategy, with two-thirds of board executives polled saying they are "profoundly rethinking" their company's purpose.
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Corporate culture, 20 June, 2017
European survey to reveal how boards are shaping corporate culture
A partnership between Board Agenda, Mazars and INSEAD aims to uncover how companies embed corporate culture, how it is monitored and whether the links between culture and performance are understood.
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Organisational politics, 1 June, 2017
Organisational politics can be an asset to strategy execution
Identifying the types of political behaviour in your organisation is the first step to using it for positive change, says Michael Jarrett.
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Executive perks, 25 May, 2017
Giving out perks doesn’t necessarily lead to results
Paying executives extra doesn't guarantee optimum performance. It's a question of balance, argue Jenni Henderson and Josh Nicholas.