Non-executive Director Research Results 2021

This Research, conducted at our NED Forum, provides a fascinating insight into the challenges Boards and Non-executives continue to face as a result of the pandemic and the opportunities that lie ahead over the next 12 months.

Key findings from Criticaleye's NED Research:

• For the first time, ESG is the top priority for Boards 
• A third of Boards are considering replacing the CEO in the next 12-18 months
• 74% of NEDs say that the quality of the ExCo debate on strategy needs to improve
• 65% of NEDs expect investment in property and facilities to be cancelled or suspended 
• 82% of NEDs are fully confident the Chair, CEO and CFO are aligned on strategy
• 88% of Boards say more should be spent on leadership development for executives