Change has become a permanent organisational capability. New global research from the Change Management Institute explores why boards must rethink governance, monitor change saturation and ensure organisations have the capacity to deliver continuous transformation.
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Business transformation is a strategic priority for boards across the private and public sectors. As organisations navigate digital disruption, regulatory change, sustainability, and evolving stakeholder expectations, the demand for non-executive directors with hands-on transformation experience is growing. In this member article, Thomas Harrison explores why boards are increasingly seeking transformation-literate NEDs and how experienced directors can help organisations provide strategic oversight, maintain momentum, and deliver successful change programmes.
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One of the risks for non-executive directors is assuming that the knowledge that made them successful in the past will remain relevant indefinitely. In reality, the business environment evolves constantly. If directors do not continue to learn and upskill, their expertise can quickly become stale.
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Curiosity, growth, and purpose, that’s what inspired ACCA member Deena to take her first steps towards becoming a non-executive director (NED). Balancing her career, she wanted to keep learning, expand her impact, and give back. Through the NED Accelerator Programme and membership with NEDonBoard, she discovered a community of support, a wealth of boardroom knowledge, and the confidence to shape her next chapter as a future-ready NED.
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Transitioning from executive to non-executive life doesn’t happen overnight: it is built through experience, intention, and learning. This case study illustrates how taking on trustee and board roles early, while still in an executive career, can open doors to future non-executive opportunities. It is a powerful reminder that the pathway to the boardroom includes proactive steps, continuous development, and a willingness to contribute beyond one’s day job.
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Scaling a company into a large enterprise is challenging, even in supportive startup environments. One of the barriers is the lack of innovation adoption and diffusion across sectors. Non-executive directors and board advisors are valued for bringing fresh perspectives and fostering a culture that embraces change. This blog proposes to equip them through 5 recommendations.
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