Blue Ribbon Commission Report
Technology Leadership in the Boardroom
This report calls on boards to govern technologies with more definition, a more strategic focus, and more proficiency.
Governance Resources
Cybersecurity
Safeguard Your Organization with Strategic Cybersecurity Governance
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Governance Surveys
Boardroom Vigilance Against Cyber Threats
Cybersecurity is a top concern in the boardroom, and the challenges are increasing. Boardroom vigilance against cyber threats helps protect sensitive data and maintain trust with stakeholders. By staying informed and proactive, corporate directors can safeguard their organizations from potential cyberattacks and ensure a secure digital environment. NACD provides tools, templates, articles, and tactical resources and information directors need now.
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AI in Cybersecurity: Special Supplement to the NACD-ISA Director's Handbook on Cyber-Risk Oversight
Examine how AI impacts cybersecurity oversight in this NACD-ISA board supplement. Reference this resource to prepare your board to address emerging AI governance challenges.
Key Resources
Our staffʼs recommendations for the latest thought leadership on this topic.
Tools for Success
Practical tools, templates, and more to put into action at your next board meeting.
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Boardroom Tool
Personal Cybersecurity Protections for Corporate Directors
This boardroom tool provides practical, actionable steps toward minimizing directors’ personal risk exposure, reducing corporate risk exposure, and strengthening resilience against sophisticated cyber threats.
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Boardroom Tool
Sample Technology Committee Charter
This 2024 Blue Ribbon Commission tool is a starting point tool for drafting a technology committee charter.
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Boardroom Tool
Director Technology Proficiency Evaluation
This model will aid in defining technology proficiency criteria bands, assessing the directors’ level of knowledge, and delivering feedback.
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Boardroom Tool
Ransomware Readiness
Help ensure your board and management teams are prepared to confront the growing risk of ransomware.
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Boardroom Tool
Supporting National Security and Working with CISA and Your CISO
Understand your board's role in supporting national security and the role of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) in supporting industry.
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Boardroom Tool
Board-Level Cybersecurity Metrics
Learn how to use metrics to assess the effectiveness of your organization's cybersecurity program.
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Editorʼs Picks
A selection of editorial content from Directorship® magazine, including online articles.
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Directorship Magazine
Cybersecurity: Fair Expectations from the Board and Management
Learn how directors and management can work together to bridge the gap between governance and operations as cyber risk grows.
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Directorship Magazine
Building a Cyber-Resilient World in the AI Era
Position your company for success by understanding the potential transformative impacts of quantum computing and how management can integrate this technology into the organization’s long-term strategy.
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Directorship Magazine
Understanding Quantum Leadership
Position your company for success by understanding the potential transformative impacts of quantum computing and how management can integrate this technology into the organization’s long-term strategy.