Board Meetings at a Distance

Modern technology makes it possible for geographically diverse boards to reduce board meeting travel time and expenses for their members. Information can be shared and decisions made remotely. However, boards have to think about how they use technology to avoid misusing it.
Discussion on material issues is an important element in effective decision making. [...]

Must Board Meetings be Face-to-Face?

Dialogue about how the board can meet is taking place in many organizations. Are in-person meetings essential? Are electronic meetings legal? Are they effective? When is each type of meeting appropriate?
We relate more fully with people when we can see and hear them and appreciate the environment in which they are [...]