type Article date 27 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read Governance news bites – 27 June A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks. Cyber security Transparency
type Article date 27 Jun 2025 read time 2 min to read Economic optimism rises, but long-term challenges remain Directors see signs of recovery, but productivity challenges and capital constraints continue to demand strategic focus. Productivity
type Article date 27 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read Steering clear of storms: Hard lessons for New Zealand boards Good governance isn’t just structure – it’s vigilance, swift adaptability and tough capital calls in uncertain economic waters. Board evaluation
type Article date 26 Jun 2025 read time 1 min to read Economic ‘green shoots’ are real, say directors More than half see signs of recovery, but only 30% have budgeted for improved performance, according to our latest Pulse Check.
OPINION type Article date 26 Jun 2025 read time 2 min to read IMHO: What directors need to unlearn Letting go of operational habits, embracing discomfort and building reflective practice can support a successful shift into governance.
type Article date 26 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read The sources of global economic uncertainty Structural shifts could reshape the global economy, upending strategies and testing business leaders’ long-term decision-making.
type Article date 24 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read What I’m reading – Stefan Speller Director Stefan Speller shares why Patrick Lencioni’s leadership fable remains a go-to read for navigating dysfunction at the board table. Board dynamics What I'm Reading
type Article date 24 Jun 2025 read time 2 min to read Seize the power The lower unit costs of self-generated electricity will save your business money, if you do it right. Climate change
type Article date 17 Jun 2025 read time 4 min to read Built to last: Infrastructure governance needs a hard reset NZ is ‘sweating’ its infrastructure beyond design life. A new report says the fix lies not just in engineering, but in governance. Climate change
type Article date 13 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read Governance news bites – 13 June A collection of governance-related news you might have missed in the past two weeks. CEOs Compliance Diversity
type Article date 13 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read Trump vs a United ASEAN By spurring cooperation among ASEAN countries, U.S. tariffs could bring about a more prosperous and resilient grouping. Trade
type Article date 12 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read Ethics on the edge: How New Zealand directors can lead with integrity Leading with conscience, not just compliance – governance must evolve to keep pace with today’s ethical risks. Diversity Ethics
type Article date 12 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read Why inclusion belongs in the boardroom Pride Month is a reminder that LGBTQIA+ inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s good governance. Leadership
KPMG type Article date 12 Jun 2025 read time 5 min to read Investment boost – game changer for business or white elephant? Significant benefit to some businesses is likely. To others, less so. Audit From our sponsors
type Article date 11 Jun 2025 read time 3 mins to read Cultivating courage: Psychological safety in the boardroom Do you feel safe enough to be brave? Diversity
type Article date 9 Jun 2025 read time 4 min to read Time to recognise the invisible asset One million Kiwis volunteer each year – yet many boards still don’t quantify or track their contribution. That needs to change. Not for profits
type Article date 6 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read Keeping a human in the AI loop The power of inclusion in training AI to avoid bias. AI Diversity
OPINION type Article date 6 Jun 2025 read time 4 min to read IMHO: Emotion, aggression or just plain talking? Different styles of communicating can have positive or negative outcomes. Find out why women in leadership face a constant balancing act. Board dynamics Leadership
type Article date 30 May 2025 read time 3 min to read Look beyond ‘what comes next’, James Shaw tells directors Former Minister for Climate Change outlines global, environmental and tech forces shaping board decisions in the decade ahead. Climate change Supply chains
type Article date 30 May 2025 read time 3 mins to read Governance news bites – 30 May A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks. ESG Supply chains