Research & Insight

Recent Articles & Studies

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  Procurement’s Rising Influence: From Cost-cutting Function to Strategic Partner

  Through interviews with several chief procurement officers (CPOs), we explore the evolving procurement function and its impact on leadership.

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  An AI Wake-Up Call for Supply Chain Leaders

  There is a consensus that the supply chain function needs to move faster to reap the full benefits of GenAI. But the solution lies more in leadership than technology.

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  2024 U.S. Technology Spencer Stuart Board Index

  An in-depth look at board composition, governance practices, director compensation and other information from 200 top U.S. tech companies.

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  How CEOs Build Confidence in Their Leadership

  Our research finds that it takes two years for CEOs to earn stakeholder confidence; but leaders who focus methodically on gaining it can generate remarkable increases in company value.

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  Creating a Sustainable Culture: What is the “Right” Culture?

  Our research shows that empowerment, innovation and inclusion support strategic sustainability initiatives. Learn about the role senior leaders play in building and championing these cultural traits.

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  How can CMOs become strong candidates for CEO? Top 10 Tips

  What advice would CEOs with marketing experience offer to the next generation? Here’s some recommendations for marketing leaders keen to move into the top job.

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  The CEO’s Perspective: What Public Companies and Private Equity Can Learn from Each Other

  How do PE and public realms differ? What skills are transferrable? And, most importantly, what can public and PE companies learn from each other?

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  Advice for Building a World-Class Trust and Safety Function

  A robust trust and safety function is important not just because protecting your users is essential, but because it can be a brand differentiator.

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  Sharing Their Stories: The Factors Senior Women of Color Leaders Say Made the Difference in Their Careers

  Often the “first and only” woman of color in senior roles and executive spaces, high-achieving women of color share advice and stories about their careers.