The Effective Work of the Board of Directors

The board of directors play an exclusive role in corporate governance, directing and defending the long-term interest of the business. To accomplish this the board must have a clear goal and scope, and be chairing on a board meeting able communicate that purpose to its members.

To ensure that it is doing a good work, the board must also be able to identify and prioritize the tasks it is able to delegate to management and those that it is required to perform. To assist in this process, many boards draft an agenda of reserved powers which clearly defines the duties which will be handled by the board as well as those that can be delegated to management.

A board that is dedicated to the success of a business will be able to set aside personal and local concerns to focus on their core duties and provide the oversight needed to reach company goals. It will be capable of monitoring its performance effectively and make timely and accurate decisions. It will be capable of challenging and re-evaluating the management team, and it will be able ensure that the business has the proper resources and controls in place to achieve its strategic vision and plan.

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