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.
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Succession planning, 22 May, 2017
Five challenges that could derail a succession plan
Many family businesses in China are still controlled by their original founders, and yet research shows that only 22% have succession plans in place. To ensure longevity, there are five challenges that they should master.
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Article 50, 31 March, 2017
Brexit: a strategic risk that makes scenario-planning a priority
Brexit scenario-planning becomes the key boardroom activity for UK companies as the prime minister triggers Article 50.
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Digital strategy, 27 March, 2017
Why every business needs a digital strategy
Technology is an increasingly crucial element of business models. Nick Elverston and Amanda Hale of law firm Ashurst explore key questions when preparing a digital strategy.
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Digital communication, 27 March, 2017
Flexibility is key for the digital boardroom
Boardrooms need a secure and foolproof approach to managing sensitive company information, says Mark Edge, UK MD of Brainloop.
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Digital collaboration, 27 March, 2017
Why culture matters with digital start-up collaboration
Digital collaboration between a large, traditional company and a technology start-up could be the beginning of a beautiful relationship—as long as careful consideration is given to the compatibility of corporate culture and values.
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Disruptive business, 10 February, 2017
Three ways to get ahead of the digital competition
Leaders seeking to capture value and gain a competitive edge in the digital age need to expect the unexpected.
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Barclays, 3 January, 2017
Barclays: A fork in the road
Barclays has struggled to find the right leadership and has become embroiled in courtroom battles and investigations into employee conduct. What went wrong?
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Cybercrime, 19 December, 2016
Cyber threats: how the board can prepare & mitigate risk
Cyber attacks on the IT infrastructure of major firms are hitting the headlines. The risk can be mitigated, but boards need to stay informed.
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Corporate trust, 15 December, 2016
Beyond the boardroom
In the eyes of society, business is in the doghouse. How can we rebuild corporate trust and restore self-esteem? The answer lies in looking at the bigger picture, argues Edward Speed.
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Climate change, 15 December, 2016
Task Force releases climate risk recommendations
Recommendations from the FSB Task Force calls on companies to disclose the effect of climate change on business strategy as well as describing boards' oversight of climate risk.