Insight Search Search Submit Sort by: Relevance Date Search Sort by RelevanceDate Order AscDesc Whitepaper June 27, 2023 What Role Should Compliance Play in ESG? By Bernadine Reese and Jackie SanzRegulators and many other stakeholders are intently focused on how financial institutions address environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters. Within financial institutions, boards of directors, executive management and much of the C-suite are weighing in on the ESG strategy and approach. Chief compliance officers (CCOs), though, have been remarkedly… Client Story May 19, 2023 Quantum computing helps financial services organisation improve portfolio optimisation A joint team of quantum computing engineers and financial analysts at this industry leader in digital financial services, led by a forward-thinking CIO, knew they wanted to take advantage of quantum computing to solve unique challenges that could not be handled with classical computing alone. This company sees value in preparing to be “at the ready” when quantum computing machines become… Whitepaper May 17, 2023 Long-term incentive plans (LTIPS): Cash vs. Equity This paper explores the differences between cash-based and equity-based Long-Term Incentive Plans (LTIPs) and how to choose between them based on various factors. Cash-based LTIPs offer executives a guaranteed cash reward when certain performance targets are met, while equity-based LTIPs offer stock options or restricted stock units (RSUs) that align executives' interests with those of the… Newsletter September 28, 2022 Identifying and managing the critical risks of third-party providers “Outsourcing and other third-party relationships can bring multiple benefits to FIs, including: enhanced operational resilience; faster and more tailored financial products and services; cost reduction; greater innovation; and improved internal processes. However, outsourcing and third-party relationships can give rise to new or different risks to FIs and potentially to financial stability that… Podcast September 21, 2022 Podcast | Becoming a Quantum Coder— with ColdQuanta Are you interested in becoming a quantum coder? The job market looks as large as the machines are cold. We’re all struggling in the quantum computing industry to find talent. Do you have what it takes? You may even be able to get started with less experience than you think. Join host Konstantinos Karagiannis for a chat about the path to this exciting career with Peter Noell from ColdQuanta.… Newsletter November 29, 2023 Assessment Questions for Audit Committees to Consider As they self-assess their performance periodically, audit committees may find useful the illustrative questions we have made available in our Assessment Questions for Audit Committees to Consider. Committee members should periodically assess the committee’s composition, charter and agenda focus in view of the company’s industry, circumstances, risks, financial reporting issues and current… Survey December 8, 2022 Executive Perspectives on Top Risks for 2023 and 2032 Key issues being discussed around the globe in the boardroom and C-suite The level of uncertainty in today’s global marketplace and the velocity of change continue to produce a multitude of potential risks that can disrupt an organisation’s business model and strategy on very short notice. Unfolding events in Eastern Europe, changes in government leadership in several countries around the globe… Newsletter December 15, 2022 Sustainability and the Board’s Governance Role Global research indicates that companies in North America are less committed to environmental, social and governance (ESG) engagement than those in Europe and Asia-Pacific. What steps should boards seeking to improve their ESG engagement take? Survey December 15, 2022 Executive Perspectives on Top Risks 2023 & 2032 PE-owned companies weigh in on their top risks for 2023 and the next decade, from labor and global supply chain issues to resilience and culture When it comes to the risk landscape for 2023 and the next 10 years, people, talent and culture top the list of concerns for organisations worldwide – specifically, succession challenges and the ability to attract and retain top talent, as well as being… Client Story December 19, 2022 National Defense Agency makes quick return to remote work Governmental agencies can be seen as slow to adopt new processes, but when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, this foreign defense agency needed to make a quick shift to remote working for both civilian and non-civilian employees while maintaining a high level of readiness. They urgently rolled out Microsoft 365 to enable remote work and communication for approximately 60,000 of their approximately 150,… Load More