Tag: corporate culture
Importance of culture ‘ignored by most corporate governance codes’
Research reveals many watchdogs and regulators around the world are not considering the role of corporate culture when formulating governance codes.
Fall in number of boards that ‘discuss ethics on a regular basis’
Research from the Institute of Business Ethics reveals that ethics, values and culture are struggling to find a home at the top of boardroom agendas.
Leaders in crisis: why teamwork is the way forward
Many leaders admit to lacking confidence in a crisis. Training, teamwork and a supportive board can make all the difference.
Covid-19 has taken remote working mainstream. What next?
How organisations cope with the Covid-19 stress test will reveal how ready they are for the future of work.
Questions non-execs should ask before joining the board
Before you accept the nomination, conduct an informal audit to ensure you understand the board dynamics, your responsibilities and how you can add value.
FTSE 100 hits target on female board directors—but challenges remain
Hampton-Alexander Review CEO warns more work is needed, while new research shows women leaders experience “everyday sexism” on a disturbing scale.
Why every company needs a chief fun officer
There is strong evidence that having fun in the workplace brings organisational benefits, including higher productivity and better staff retention.
FRC governance report calls for ‘greater focus’ on culture and strategy
Watchdog warns that many firms are failing to fully consider the importance of purpose to culture and strategy, or take stakeholder views into account.
Anti-bribery and corruption efforts ‘compromised’ by poor procedures
More than half of anti-bribery and corruption procedures and 40% of risk assessments examined by consultancy GoodCorporation were rated “inadequate”.
Organisations are still falling short on staff mental health
Despite progress on policies, a poll reveals businesses still have a long way to go to improve the mental health and well-being of their employees.