What Directors Think: A Changing Risk Landscape

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A Changing Risk Landscape

FTI Consulting partnered with Corporate Board Member and Diligent Institute in late 2024 to survey directors of publicly traded companies in the United States about their company’s top priorities, potential disruptors and other pressing topics on the board’s agenda in 2025. ​After years of cost-cutting and streamlining financials, directors are prioritizing growth through mergers and acquisitions. Directors also noted interest in exploring the opportunities presented by AI to enhance operations and workforce productivity. ​Despite the anticipation of growth and promised benefits of AI, directors shared concerns about cybersecurity, the shifting geopolitical landscape, supply chain disruptions and international regulatory challenges.

Volatile political and business environments coupled with growing social pressures are a perfect storm for corporate reputation, and boards are aware of the potential risk exposure. ​Learn more about how directors anticipate navigating these opportunities and challenges.