The Board Perspective - Number 2

January 3, 2017 – Collaboration between activists and traditional asset managers is changing the boardroom. Here’s how.

March 26, 2018 – Governing boards face increasing pressure and greater scrutiny from investors. Here is how CFOs can reinforce their stewardship.

April 17, 2017 – No one can predict when disaster will strike—but knowing what to expect if it does will buy precious time.

December 7, 2017 – Directors need to probe, nudge, and prod to make sure the organization achieves its full potential.

January 16, 2017 – Slow progress in adding more women to boards has dominated the conversation. But tips from standout companies are more likely to inspire others to take firmer action.

January 16, 2017 – In these interview excerpts, leaders describe their efforts at promoting gender equality on boards and explore the challenges that still linger.

March 26, 2018 – According to a new survey, directors see good operations and effective execution of key board activities linking with stronger self-reported performance, suggesting that value can flow from improving the way boards work.

December 16, 2016 – The Finnish giant has exited mobile phones and doubled down on its networking business. Chairman Risto Siilasmaa explains why—and how.

August 1, 2016 – A collection of McKinsey insights focusing on boards of directors.