In this edition of Global Boardroom Insights, directors and business leaders from companies across the globe discuss how the approach board composition, potential “blind spots” that boards may need to address, and how they consider other factors to build strong boards.

While their individual views offer varying perspectives, the interviews offer several universal takeaways: 

• Robust board evaluations are a key part of a board composition and
  refreshment strategy. 
• Formal director succession plans/processes can help facilitate change in
  the boardroom.
• Boards should seek to achieve diversity in the widest sense.
• Strong leadership in the boardroom is important to facilitate healthy
  debate and address potential conflict or friction.
• Technology and/or international expertise are emerging as key boardroom
  traits for many companies.

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