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Oversight of Organization Success through Digital Transformation
In an era of rapid evolution of technology, digital transformation is key to staying competitive and driving organizational success. By embracing new technologies and innovative digital strategies, companies can streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and unlock new growth opportunities. NACD prepares boards for successful oversight of digitization with best practices and insights that support a culture of agility, efficiency, and ongoing improvement.
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Effective AI Oversight for Directors Certificate Program
Delivered by NACD in partnership with Carnegie Mellon University, this course offers directors the knowledge and frameworks to guide responsible, ethical, and strategic use of AI and it positions directors to lead with confidence in a rapidly changing digital era.
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Why Digital Fluency Is Now a Leadership Imperative
As technology permeates every aspect of corporate operations, private company directors should understand how it can enable—or hinder—their work.
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Building Competitive Advantage with Responsible AI Ecosystems
Forward-thinking boards recognize responsible artificial intelligence as a powerful lever for value creation, market expansion, and building stakeholder trust in an AI-driven economy.
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Cybersecurity Oversight: The More Things Stay the Same, the More They Change
Public company disclosures reveal three shifts in cybersecurity oversight, including the adoption of maturity frameworks, tabletop exercises, and ongoing board education.
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The Board’s Playbook for Navigating AI Policy
As companies adopt new tools to drive growth, boards should ensure AI policy aligns with organizational goals and values.
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The Emergence of the Chief AI Officer
By Mandy Wright
Hear from a technology executive and a director on the value of a chief AI officer in the C-suite.
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How Boards Can Align AI Leadership Expectations
By Rens van den Broek and Samantha Hellauer
The boards that thrive in the AI era will be those that accelerate leadership, not just oversee risk.