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Strategic Planning, Policy Governance-style

Susan Mogensen

October 27, 2017

In Brief Policy Governance is a board governance model that clarifies the distinction between governance and management. In strategic planning, Policy Governance principles focus the board on outcomes, accountability, and organizational direction rather than operational decisions. I often get asked, “How do boards using Policy Governance do strategic planning?” Policy Governance principles provide clarity around Continue reading →

Understanding the One Voice Principle

Susan Mogensen

March 14, 2017

The Policy Governance “One Voice” Principle In Brief The One Voice Principle in Policy Governance® means that the board governs as a single body rather than through individual board members acting independently. Authority rests with the board as a whole, not with individual directors, officers, or committees unless formally delegated by the board. One frequently Continue reading →

The Governance Problem: How it Started

Susan Mogensen

January 29, 2013

The Governance Problem: How it Started A look at the root of the governance problem today, in response to a Jan. 24, 2013 Globe and Mail article about Bob Monks by Janet McFarland, “Storming the boardroom: Sound, fury and little else.” (Report on Business section, page B8). Opinions, ideas expressed in this video were formed and influenced Continue reading →