Tag: strategy
Growing backlash against ‘inflexible dogma’ of ESG
Experts warn ESG risks “mission drift” amid geopolitical and economic challenges, such as the war in Ukraine and energy prices.
Why CFOs need to engage with external stakeholders
Ignoring the demands of external stakeholders has the potential to significantly impact a company’s brand, public image—and therefore profit.
Climate leadership: meeting the challenges of ESG
A new certification programme aims to equip boardrooms with knowledge to confront the challenges and opportunities presented by climate risk.
Directors need to ‘up their game’ on ESG strategy
Study says 70% of board directors say they are “not at all” or only “moderately“ effective at integrating ESG concerns into company strategy.
Investor interference: how should your board respond?
You must resist telling investors to stop interfering, however tempting—your board does not want to gain a reputation for hostility.
BlackRock CEO: War ends globalisation, but we’ll still get to net zero
Larry Fink’s annual letter warns of strategic challenges ahead, but says recent events will “accelerate the shift” to renewable energies.
Corporate-startup partnering can be a force for good
Corporations and startups have complementary capabilities that can generate solutions with both an economic payoff and social impact.
How boards can build an effective ransomware response plan
The impacts of a ransomware attack are immediate, significant and hugely damaging to company reputation. Boards should be prepared.
UK sanctions on Russia reveal risk of complex corporate structures
Lawyers say extra layers in corporate structures, such as special purpose vehicles, are making due diligence on sanctions more difficult.
Why the right sponsors are crucial to women’s leadership progress
Women need sponsors who will help them to access the mission-critical assignments that lead to top executive roles.