Tag: reputational risk
When fighting social injustice clashes with shareholder demands
Business leaders are often troubled by social injustice, but shareholders take priority. To resolve this, governments, investors and society must change.
Corporate activism: how CEOs should approach political issues
Companies used to avoid political issues at any cost. But knowing when—and how—to speak out is becoming a core skill for business leaders.
Ransomware attacks: what to do when the worst happens
With ransomware attacks on the rise among large organisations, boards must know how to prepare and react to give the business the best chance of recovery.
Outsourcing: the risks and rewards of a multi-faceted tool
A new report examines how outsourcing offers financial and strategic advantages to organisations in an increasingly fast-paced business environment.
Social media: when personal beliefs clash with corporate values
Recent cases of controversial social media posts have focused attention on what happens when employees’ beliefs or opinions contradict their employers’ values. It’s the responsibility of the board to lead an offline discussion with staff about the boundaries of their personal and professional personas.
Why boards need to support whistleblowers
The recently revised UK Corporate Governance Code has re-emphasised the importance of whistleblowing. Resources are available to help boards ensure they are well placed to support the process.
Steps to strengthen boardroom culture, reputation and risk
The revamped governance code and guidance amount to a demand for cultural change in the boardroom. But how should boards change in order to better manage the risks associated with poor corporate culture?
When doing good garners bad press
Firms that engage in corporate social outreach should make sure they send consistent signals, or they risk their actions being interpreted as a sign of bad conscience.
‘Fundamental governance failings’ in RBS unit saw SMEs ‘poorly treated’
Long-awaited 2016 report into the actions of RBS’s distressed business unit finds that governance failings and a lack of oversight contributed to the inappropriate treatment of struggling SMEs.
Sustainable business begins with digital boardrooms
A digital board portal can help businesses to become more sustainable, not just on an environmental level but also in terms of efficiency and security.