The following key components
could be useful to your governance
review process:
an
AUDIT or SELF-ASSESSMENT
-
we have several tested tools ready
to go
a
GOVERNANCE 101 Workshop
- most Boards
welcome an overview of governance
theory, alternative models,
experiences in related
organizations, etc. early in the
process - an ideal forum for
informal discussion and 'readiness
building'
STAKEHOLDER INPUT
-
a
process to solicit feedback and
suggestions from those who have an
interest in effective governance of
'their organization' (interviews,
survey, e-solicitation)
TRANSITION Analysis
-
development of a 'FROM/TOWARDS'
table that summarizes the issues,
what new behaviours we are trying to
support, and the transition desired
- governance policy/structure
is the 'form' that follows
'function'
GOVERNANCE
POLICY -
committee/consultant generation of
high level options - recommendations in the
form of a draft governance policy
(detailing the preferred option -
for extensive review and discussion
INFRASTRUCTURE/STRUCTURE Review
-
addressing the tangible issues and
support systems that must align with
the new model
Clear definition of
ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES
-
RETHINK has developed the IRDEM
model that identifies areas where
role confusion has occurred (or may
in the future) as a rows in a
matrix; those bodies who will
experience the confusion as columns;
and assigns responsibilities within
each cell of the matrix
(Decision, Required Input, Optional
Input, Execution/implementation,
Monitoring/Evaluation)
Review of CURRENT DIRECTIONAL
POLICIES
-
to
ensure that the language is
consistent with the new policy
governance model - focus
on outcomes/results -
logic model to define core
businesses, outcomes desired, and
indicators that key activities make
the difference desired
TRANSITION MANAGEMENT
- identifying and addressing any
barriers - motivating those invested
in the 'old model' to be a
constructive part of the change
process - formally installing
and reinforcing the new approach.
