Tag: board responsibilities
US boards ‘should develop transparent policies on political issues’
The link between business and politics in the US has reached a turning point and requires action from boards, says a leading investor adviser.
The Secret NED: board compliance matters, even on the little things
Ensuring the right things are done while not being overly fussy is a tricky balance. But relaxing one’s guard can also be the wrong approach.
Campaign urges reform of section 172 to promote ‘purpose of the company’
John Lewis, Innocent and the Institute of Directors are backing the Better Business Act campaign to make purpose central to section 172.
Experts highlight cybersecurity risk amid the pandemic
World Economic Forum report says cybersecurity is “an economic and strategy issue crucial for boards to address given the current environment”.
Winning the case for sustainable corporate governance
Global business and investment leaders are calling for the integration of sustainability concerns in corporate governance frameworks.
Firms need ‘two layers’ of AI governance
Research suggests large companies need two layers of AI governance if they are not only to supervise its use but also exploit its advantages.
Forced CEO turnover can damage the reputation of board directors
Research suggests the forced departure of a chief executive may be viewed as a governance failure by shareholders.
Boards urged to reform AGMs as part of post-pandemic strategy
ShareAction has called on boards to reform AGMs as part of a “purposeful” process that maximises shareholder and stakeholder involvement.
Cyber-accountability for C-suite and boards
In an extract from his forthcoming book, Mathieu Gorge explains why CEOs and board members are good targets for hackers and social engineers.
‘Unfriendly’ boards served better information by CEOs
Empire-building CEOs prepare more informative reports on investment projects when faced with unfriendly boards, research reveals.