Intelligence

Some companies change the world. Today that mission is as clear for the likes of Tesla and Google as it was generations ago for Ford or General Electric.

We look at the Autumn Statement 2016 and discuss why the country's economic hopes and future are pinned on major infrastructure spending.

The oil and gas industry has had a turbulent two years. For a commodity industry reliant on a balance of supply and demand, falling oil prices have put unprecedented pressure on bottom lines and led to swift job losses.

We explore why Sustainability and Transformation Plans might be one of the NHS’ greatest challenges yet, and how interims can provide support.

Leadership teams will be looking to next month’s Autumn Statement, 23 November, for some clear guidance on the future direction of the British economy.

Without any firm commitment on Brexit policy, infrastructure spending and...

At times of disruption, whether in the wider economy or for a business itself, interims and independent consultants prove their value.

It has only been a matter of weeks since the closing ceremonies of the Rio Olympics and Paralympics and commentators are already picking apart the legacy of the games. That said, the critics have been circling long before any athlete touched down in Brazil.

As we head into autumn, golf’s Ryder Cup tournament is now teeing off and is just one event that reminds us of the universal appeal of major sporting events, but also the monumental challenger that sponsorship agreements present for consumer brands.

The support services sector has thrived in recent years. The need to outsource non-core operations leapt to the top of the boardroom agenda in response to mounting pressures to cut costs across both public and private organisations.

A summer of sporting success has helped to lift the nation’s spirits in the wake of the uncertainty created by the EU Referendum. But, restoring national pride aside, what else can the Olympics do for business?

Working as I do in the independent health sector, I am often bemused by the nature of healthcare debate in this country. To someone unfamiliar with the inner machinations of the health sector, reading the newspapers must be a fairly terrifying experience.

With a backdrop of low oil prices and no sign of immediate recovery, coupled with political upheaval in the UK, investor confidence isn’t a present feature within the oil and gas sector. Terry Noble discusses the state of the...

For this month’s Perspective, we spoke with John about how to manage a board through major M&A processes, and also for insights into Just Eat and top tips on how to achieve technology success.

Chris Jones, Head of Rail at Odgers Interim discusses the current climate and how senior leadership teams can work to attract the people required for successful bids.

In the coming months and years, we expect demand for quality interims to further intensify as organisations look for effective leadership to provide the experience and direction needed to navigate these turbulent times.

For many years, specific industries and public sector organisations have looked to the UK for senior leadership talent. Recently, the conditions now offer a unique opportunity for British interim managers. And from what we’ve seen, there are two specific market trends driving the demand for talent.

It was a result that wrong-footed the experts, the pundits, the bookmakers and the markets. Britain’s vote to leave the European Union has marked the start for what will be an unprecedented period of uncertainty and potential...

In the midst of austerity and service cuts, some care leaders are turning to innovation in the form of Local Area Coordination and reaping extensive rewards.