Research

How to manage disagreement to improve board dynamics

Boards need to discuss the issues and take the decisions that have a bearing on the long-term success of their organisation

The purpose of this report is to ask: is the traditional model of the board capable of meeting the expectations we now place on it, and is it the most efficient way of doing so? And is there a need for radical thinking about what boards do and what they look like to equip them for the future?

In May 2019, as part of a partnership with Diligent Corporation, looking at the challenges facing the 21st century board and the company secretary’s role in supporting and guiding chairs and boards to meet these challenges, The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland convened a roundtable to discuss the issues of board composition and diversity from a range of perspectives. What is the size and scale of the challenge that companies face in building a balanced board?

A View at the Top: Boardroom Trends in Britain’s Top 100 Companies

The 12 elements of independent judgement for a UK board: A guide for directors

Engaging an independent reviewer can bring greater objectivity and fresh insights to the process, and to help the board identify any issues that it might need to address. It can also provide some reassurance to stakeholders that the board takes its responsibilities seriously.