Articles on Governance and Leadership in Purpose Driven Organisations.
Governance
Company Secretary in Australia and New Zealand: Role, Requirements and Options
What does a company secretary do in Australia and NZ? Legal requirements, when to appoint one, and outsourcing options for both jurisdictions.
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Technology
Can I Use Our Cat Herder for Staff Meetings?
Yes, Our Cat Herder runs staff meetings too. Here’s how to set it up using your existing portal or a second portal, with the pros and risks of each.
Introducing Registers: Build Any Board Register in Our Cat Herder
Registers in Our Cat Herder give boards a flexible, secure way to maintain governance records like conflicts of interest, contracts, and more — with customisable columns, role-based access, form submissions, and direct integration into meeting minutes.
What is the Ideal Board Size?
Learn how to determine the ideal board size for your organisation, including strategies for resizing, assessing effectiveness, and balancing skills with efficiency.
Meetings
Robert’s Rules of Order Explained
Rooted in centuries of best practices for meetings and business conduct, Robert’s Rules of Order is a detailed framework used to guide parliamentary and meeting procedures.
Should you Video or Audio Record a Board Meeting?
Should your board record its meetings? Video and audio recordings can improve accuracy and accountability, but they also come with privacy risks, legal complexity, and operational downsides.
The Hidden Risks of AI-Powered Minute-Taking in Board Meetings
AI-powered minute-taking can boost meeting efficiency with automated, searchable records, but its challenges—like misidentifying speakers, missing context, and legal risks—underscore the need for human oversight and robust technical safeguards.
Board Meeting Minutes: More Than Just Paperwork
Board meeting minutes are vital for legal compliance, transparency, and accountability. Essential for effective governance, decision-making, and organisational reputation.
Maintaining Board Documents and Records in Digital vs. Hardcopy
Explore the advantages, challenges, and best practices of digital and hardcopy archiving for board documents in associations and non-profits, focusing on governance, compliance, and operational efficiency.
How to Choose the Best Company Secretary for Your Company
Discover the best company secretary model for medium-sized organisations to ensure effective governance and boardroom success.
