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Preparing your team, tech and tactics for deals on the horizon

Blog

· Aug 14, 2025

· 4 min read

Preparing your team, tech and tactics for deals on the horizon

By Dottie Schindlinger

Transaction activity (acquisitions, funding rounds, and IPOs) may be lower on many corporate priority lists right now, as market slowdowns, policy uncertainty, and trade whiplash continue.

A corporate secretary preparing a board pack before a meeting

Blog

· Aug 14, 2025

· 18 min read

Board pack management: The ultimate 2025 guide for beginners and experts alike

By Meghan Day

Board packs are mission-critical yet challenging to compile. Read the complete guide to creating an engaging and effective board pack.

What public leaders must know about managing risk

Blog

· Aug 14, 2025

· 4 min read

Managing risk: An infographic and guide for public leaders

By Kristin Karel

Stay ahead with practical steps and expert insights on risk management for public sector boards and councils. Secure your community's trust and resources.

Board member preparing for proxy season

Blog

· Aug 13, 2025

· 9 min read

Proxy season explained: What it is & how to prepare

Writing on governance, risk, compliance and audit since 2020

By Kezia Farnham

Learn what proxy season is, key 2025 trends, and comprehensive preparation strategies. Get timeline, checklist, and governance technology insights.

Japan's AI regulations

Blog

· Aug 13, 2025

· 6 min read

Japan's AI legislation: Agile governance creating competitive advantages

By Rohit Nayak

Japan's AI legislation creates competitive advantages through innovation-first governance. Learn compliance requirements and business opportunities.

Image showing risk management

Blog

· Aug 13, 2025

· 8 min read

The relationship between risk management and corporate governance

By The Diligent team

Learn the relationship between risk management and corporate governance. Explore 5 key principles, technology solutions, and board oversight strategies.

Two people discussing the ITIL framework

Blog

· Aug 13, 2025

· 30 min read

ITIL framework explained: what it is & how to comply

Writing on governance, risk, compliance and audit since 2020

By Kezia Farnham

The ITIL Framework is a vital tool in the modern digital workplace and provides a clear structure for achieving digital transformation.

Photograph of a boardroom meeting

Blog

· Aug 12, 2025

· 4 min read

5 Key Takeaways from the 2025 Proxy Season

By Josh Black

In H1 2025, rapid market shifts, new regulations and changing activist tactics pushed boards, investors and advisors to rethink how they operate.

A chief audit executive considering the importance of internal controls.

Blog

· Aug 11, 2025

· 19 min read

Understanding internal controls: Definition, types and examples

Writing on governance, risk, compliance and audit since 2020

By Kezia Farnham

Internal controls are essential for security and efficient operations. Discover everything you need to know in our guide.

create agendas for local government meeting efficiency

Blog

· Aug 11, 2025

· 6 min read

Create agendas that drive meeting efficiency: Tips for clerks

By Kristin Karel

Struggling with meeting organization? Find out how automated agendas for efficient local government meetings can streamline your council's workflow and boost transparency.

Diligent Minute Latest insights and news for mission-driven boards

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· Aug 8, 2025

· 5 min read

Inclusive involvement in your district, customizable document libraries for secure storage and more

By Ellen Glasgow

Read our latest Diligent Minute newsletter: this month how to i and more.

The general counsel and corporate secretary of a business researching past IPO failures to ensure they dont make the same mistakes

Blog

· Aug 8, 2025

· 14 min read

IPO Failures: Causes, consequences and prevention

By Meghan Day

Why do IPOs fail? Beyond financials, governance infrastructure determines success. Learn hidden causes and proven strategies to avoid pitfalls.

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