Board Effectiveness Index
Board Effectiveness Assessment
Framework · Board Effectiveness Framework
Board Effectiveness Assessment measures maturity of fw_board_effectiveness on the Outliers Board Maturity Spine, producing the Board Effectiveness Index.
- Statements
- 40
- Domains
- 5
- Scoring
- Each statement scored 1-5; domain = average x 20 (0-100); overall index = average of all statements x 20 (0-100)
- Bands
- Foundational 0-40 | Developing 41-60 | Established 61-80 | Strategic 81-100
- Recommendation logic
- Lowest-scoring domain = binding constraint; band determines the action and advisory route
Domains
Board roles and mandate are clearBoard information is high qualityBoard meetings are effectiveBoardroom dynamics support challengeDecisions are well made and followed through
Board Performance Index
Board Performance Assessment
Framework · Board Performance Framework
Board Performance Assessment measures maturity of fw_board_performance on the Outliers Board Maturity Spine, producing the Board Performance Index.
- Statements
- 30
- Domains
- 5
- Scoring
- Each statement scored 1-5; domain = average x 20 (0-100); overall index = average of all statements x 20 (0-100)
- Bands
- Foundational 0-40 | Developing 41-60 | Established 61-80 | Strategic 81-100
- Recommendation logic
- Lowest-scoring domain = binding constraint; band determines the action and advisory route
Domains
Board performance objectives are setPerformance is measuredThe board is evaluated regularlyFeedback drives improvementImprovement is tracked
Board Leadership Index
Board Leadership Assessment
Framework · Board Leadership Framework
Board Leadership Assessment measures maturity of fw_board_leadership on the Outliers Board Maturity Spine, producing the Board Leadership Index.
- Statements
- 30
- Domains
- 5
- Scoring
- Each statement scored 1-5; domain = average x 20 (0-100); overall index = average of all statements x 20 (0-100)
- Bands
- Foundational 0-40 | Developing 41-60 | Established 61-80 | Strategic 81-100
- Recommendation logic
- Lowest-scoring domain = binding constraint; band determines the action and advisory route
Domains
The chair leads the board effectivelyThe board-management relationship is healthyAgenda and information are well ledBoardroom dynamics are well managedThe board provides stewardship
Committee Effectiveness Index
Board Committee Effectiveness Assessment
Framework · Board Committee Framework
Board Committee Effectiveness Assessment measures maturity of fw_board_committee on the Outliers Board Maturity Spine, producing the Committee Effectiveness Index.
- Statements
- 30
- Domains
- 5
- Scoring
- Each statement scored 1-5; domain = average x 20 (0-100); overall index = average of all statements x 20 (0-100)
- Bands
- Foundational 0-40 | Developing 41-60 | Established 61-80 | Strategic 81-100
- Recommendation logic
- Lowest-scoring domain = binding constraint; band determines the action and advisory route
Domains
Committee architecture fits the boardMandates and charters are clearCommittees are well composedWorkplans are deliveredCommittees report effectively to the board
Audit Committee Index
Audit Committee Assessment
Framework · Audit Committee Framework
Audit Committee Assessment measures maturity of fw_audit_committee on the Outliers Board Maturity Spine, producing the Audit Committee Index.
- Statements
- 30
- Domains
- 5
- Scoring
- Each statement scored 1-5; domain = average x 20 (0-100); overall index = average of all statements x 20 (0-100)
- Bands
- Foundational 0-40 | Developing 41-60 | Established 61-80 | Strategic 81-100
- Recommendation logic
- Lowest-scoring domain = binding constraint; band determines the action and advisory route
Domains
Financial reporting is overseen effectivelyInternal control and internal audit are overseenExternal audit is overseenThe committee is competentThe committee is effective
Risk Oversight Index
Risk Oversight Assessment
Framework · Risk Committee Framework
Risk Oversight Assessment measures maturity of fw_risk_committee on the Outliers Board Maturity Spine, producing the Risk Oversight Index.
- Statements
- 30
- Domains
- 5
- Scoring
- Each statement scored 1-5; domain = average x 20 (0-100); overall index = average of all statements x 20 (0-100)
- Bands
- Foundational 0-40 | Developing 41-60 | Established 61-80 | Strategic 81-100
- Recommendation logic
- Lowest-scoring domain = binding constraint; band determines the action and advisory route
Domains
Risk appetite is overseenRisk reporting is effectivePrincipal risks are overseenControls assurance is obtainedRisk oversight is effective
Board Reporting Index
Board Reporting Assessment
Framework · Board Reporting Framework
Board Reporting Assessment measures maturity of fw_board_reporting on the Outliers Board Maturity Spine, producing the Board Reporting Index.
- Statements
- 30
- Domains
- 5
- Scoring
- Each statement scored 1-5; domain = average x 20 (0-100); overall index = average of all statements x 20 (0-100)
- Bands
- Foundational 0-40 | Developing 41-60 | Established 61-80 | Strategic 81-100
- Recommendation logic
- Lowest-scoring domain = binding constraint; band determines the action and advisory route
Domains
Information architecture supports the boardBoard packs are high qualityDashboards give insightAssurance reporting is reliableReporting supports good decisions
Director Competence Index
Director Competence Assessment
Framework · Director Development Framework
Director Competence Assessment measures maturity of fw_director_development on the Outliers Board Maturity Spine, producing the Director Competence Index.
- Statements
- 30
- Domains
- 5
- Scoring
- Each statement scored 1-5; domain = average x 20 (0-100); overall index = average of all statements x 20 (0-100)
- Bands
- Foundational 0-40 | Developing 41-60 | Established 61-80 | Strategic 81-100
- Recommendation logic
- Lowest-scoring domain = binding constraint; band determines the action and advisory route
Domains
Director competence is definedInduction is effectiveContinuing development happensDirectors have the knowledge they needIndividual effectiveness is strong
CEO Oversight Index
CEO Oversight Assessment
Framework · CEO Oversight Framework
CEO Oversight Assessment measures maturity of fw_ceo_oversight on the Outliers Board Maturity Spine, producing the CEO Oversight Index.
- Statements
- 30
- Domains
- 5
- Scoring
- Each statement scored 1-5; domain = average x 20 (0-100); overall index = average of all statements x 20 (0-100)
- Bands
- Foundational 0-40 | Developing 41-60 | Established 61-80 | Strategic 81-100
- Recommendation logic
- Lowest-scoring domain = binding constraint; band determines the action and advisory route
Domains
The CEO mandate is clearCEO performance is managedThe board provides support and challengeThe board-CEO relationship is healthyCEO accountability is maintained
Succession Readiness Index
Succession Readiness Assessment
Framework · Succession Planning Framework
Succession Readiness Assessment measures maturity of fw_succession on the Outliers Board Maturity Spine, producing the Succession Readiness Index.
- Statements
- 30
- Domains
- 5
- Scoring
- Each statement scored 1-5; domain = average x 20 (0-100); overall index = average of all statements x 20 (0-100)
- Bands
- Foundational 0-40 | Developing 41-60 | Established 61-80 | Strategic 81-100
- Recommendation logic
- Lowest-scoring domain = binding constraint; band determines the action and advisory route
Domains
CEO succession is plannedExecutive succession is plannedBoard and chair succession is plannedEmergency succession is readyA talent pipeline exists
