Governance

‘Shadow AI’ signals a new digital blind spot

Unmanaged AI use is creating hidden risks. Boards must act now to bring shadow AI into view — and under governance.

• AI
• Cyber security

Governance news bites – 27 June

A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks. 

• Cyber security
• Transparency

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

Seize the power

The lower unit costs of self-generated electricity will save your business money, if you do it right.

• Climate change

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

Governance news bites – 13 June

A collection of governance-related news you might have missed in the past two weeks. 

• CEOs
• Compliance
• Diversity

Trump vs a United ASEAN

By spurring cooperation among ASEAN countries, U.S. tariffs could bring about a more prosperous and resilient grouping.

• Trade

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

Investment boost – game changer for business or white elephant?

Significant benefit to some businesses is likely. To others, less so.

• Audit
• From our sponsors

Cultivating courage: Psychological safety in the boardroom

Do you feel safe enough to be brave?

• Diversity

Keeping a human in the AI loop

The power of inclusion in training AI to avoid bias.

• AI
• Diversity

AI in the boardroom: balancing efficiency with prudence

Directors who rely on AI outputs without proper oversight risk exposing themselves to personal liability.

• AI
• From our sponsors

A Mar-a-Lago Accord could break $US

Whereas previous efforts to depreciate the dollar merely failed, the Trump administration's effort could backfire catastrophically.

• Trade

Why independent chairs matter for water governance

Independent chairs bring expertise and impartiality to in-house water business units, strengthening governance and public trust.

• Chairing
• Public sector

Budget 2025: A strategic tightrope for New Zealand directors

ASB, Dentons and KPMG have provided useful perspectives for directors on the 2025 Budget.

• From our sponsors

Institute of Directors Annual General Meeting 2025 report

A new President, a new face on our board and a member’s motion passed.

• Reporting

A Thought-Provoking Session with Sir John Kay

This webcast features Sir John Kay, one of the most respected economic thinkers in the UK.

Engagement and takeovers; building shareholder trust and navigating minority int...

This webcast explores key strategies for building and maintaining strong relationships with shareholders.

Companies Act 1993 Reform in 2024

Too little, too late or the beginning of fundamental change? We were joined by Dentons to discuss proposed changes.

Getting tax governance right for directors

This webinar presented by KPMG Tax Partners, Darshana Elwela and Edwina Ma, discusses getting tax governance right for directors.

Powering productivity in New Zealand

This webcast discusses productivity in New Zealand, together with ASB, Spark and the view of the director.

• Productivity

Trust, risk and the quiet rise of AI in your organisation

KPMG’s latest research offers directors a clearer view of how AI is being used – and what’s slipping through the cracks.

• AI
• From our sponsors

Pay equity reform – reducing cost or reducing equality?

What actually changed with reforms to the Equal Pay Act? Dentons’ legal experts explain.

• Diversity
• From our sponsors
• Human rights

Governance news bites – 16 May

A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks.

• Climate change