The changing face of the operations leader

One of the developments we are witnessing on the digital transformation journey is that the term ‘back office’ has been turned upside down and inside out. With data now seen as the most precious business asset, its guardians are now under the spotlight.

66% of interims are unfazed by Brexit

Almost two thirds of British interims (65.8%) have no concerns about work opportunities after March 29, with 37% feeling optimistic or very optimistic about their prospects, new research has found.

The secrets of successful change management

Today, more than ever, change is permanently on the business agenda. As an interim I’ve been leading transformation projects for more than 15 years, and the dynamics of change management are always challenging, yet fascinating.

Ageism in the workplace

Ageism is everywhere, yet it is the most socially “normalised” of any prejudice and is not widely countered – like racism or sexism. These attitudes lead to the marginalisation of older people within our communities. World Health Organisation.

The relationship between the Chair and the CEO

I was recently asked to speak at an event organised by Gallanach alongside Sarah Maguire, CEO of Choice Support, and Norman Blissett of Gallanach, on the topic of the relationship between the Chair and the CEO.

The Principles of Business Innovation

Innovation and digitisation are hot topics on the board of any multinational today. But how do corporates turn words into action, to deliver meaningful initiatives that truly add value?

The Gig Economy

It was a great honour to address the Winmark NED Group recently in a roundtable event sponsored by Russam GMS. The focus was The Gig Economy, the term given to the growing trend for short term contracts and freelancing to take the place of permanent jobs.

The lack of social mobility in the UK

Dowshan Humzah is an independent board director specialising in business transformation and digital change. We are pleased to share his article on the lack of social mobility in the UK below