Tag: McKinsey
How can a board solve a knotty problem?
It may be that a management consultant’s report will not necessarily get to the heart—and spirit—of an issue and its solution.
Academics criticise BlackRock gender diversity research
Its methodology came under fire, with some critics also pointing out it was wrong to focus on the business case for investing in women.
DEI policies are targets for litigation, warns US lawyer
Right-wing activists will continue to sue corporates over diversity, equity and inclusion policies they perceive as ‘woke’.
Diversity statistics challenged by new scorecard
Companies can ‘hit the target, but miss the point’, say academics researching a more ‘holistic’ measure of DEI.
Resilience within business is key during uncertain times
Boards have an essential role in building resilience in companies so they can survive—and thrive—in the face of ever-changing risks.
News round-up: this week in governance
Lessons from Davos; companies risk sliding back on ethical practices; economics affects everyone; Sir John Kingman moves to Barclays.
Does diversity deliver? We don’t know yet—and here’s why
Studies appear to show a causal link between diversity and financial performance. But the methods are not robust enough to draw this conclusion.
What works? Achieving gender balance on executive teams
Creating an organisation where women hold senior leadership positions in proportionate numbers should be considered a major change programme.
Covid-19 is forcing us to rethink responsible approaches to business
How companies respond to a range of corporate responsibility issues will have repercussions for their productivity during the recovery.
Bob Sternfels elected global managing partner at McKinsey
Sternfels will serve a three-year term beginning in July, when he takes over from current McKinsey boss Kevin Sneader.