advancing the practice of directorship
In my last blog I outlined some desired changes to the corporate structure, and to our current governance models. I see these as helping to foster a more “directorprenuerial” mindset, but more importantly, they can help generate more value creation. … Read More»
In the first blog in this three part series, I introduced the concept of the mindful board. And while we can each take responsibility for developing and enhancing our own presence of mind, and that of the boards we serve, I also recognise that there … Read More»
After two decades working with and on boards, I have come to the conclusion that boards are not fit for purpose in this age of complexity and disruption. We have everything from increasing global competition to climate change and security threats. … Read More»
Let’s think a moment about what is required of a good company director in terms of mindset, effort, skill and risk. Yes, we agree that past experience is the greatest of teachers, but in a curriculum of many subjects it is only one teacher. Having … Read More»
This month our guest blog is a summary of a presentation by Peter Lamell, known to many in the Directors Suite circle of influence. "Boards must be facilitated, enabled and cajoled into embracing diversity so that companies are expected to perform on … Read More»
The recent Federal Government intergenerational report calls for productivity improvements as a significant part of the solution to the alarming (but expected) cost of an ageing population. Australia’s successful entrepreneurs, while having already … Read More»
The following guest article is courtesy of Rory Manchee from Content in Context. Rory's Content in Context blog provides a personal look at the world of publishing, information, digital content, on-line products, business models, strategy, apps and … Read More»
Russell Yardley, a leader in IT Governance, suggests the current digital age is being driven by four forces: IT as utility (e.g. cloud computing), location based services, big analytics and collaboration. How digitally minded are we as directors? Are … Read More»
By the end of the decade, board-for-hire will be a common governance model, principally in the private company space. In a recent paper, Stephen M. Bainbridge and M. Todd Henderson from the University of Chicago Law School argue that the current sole … Read More»
Do you have a Board Plan? Not a calendar or an action register, but a plan that sets out the outcome measures for the board for the coming year? If not, your board could find itself under-performing against your peers who have embraced the need for a … Read More»