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Business people having a discussion about governance insights, board decision-making data, governance benchmarking

Blog

· Apr 29, 2026

· 10 min read

Board governance insights: How boards turn data into better oversight and faster decisions

By Kezia Farnham

Discover how boards can leverage governance insights to transform data into actionable intelligence, enhancing oversight and decision-making. This guide explores the critical differences between governance insights and business intelligence, the essential categories of intelligence needed, and a phased framework for establishing a robust governance infrastructure. Learn how leading boards utilize AI and analytics to improve their effectiveness in navigating complex risks and strategic challenges.

Gavel and Robot, Artificial Intelligence and Law Concept.

Blog

· Apr 29, 2026

· 13 min read

Building an AI governance framework: Oversight, accountability and legal guardrails

By Nithya B. Das

Explore the essential components of an AI governance framework that helps organizations balance innovation and oversight. This blog highlights the importance of clear policies, accountability structures, and risk management practices as AI increasingly influences decision-making at the board level. Discover best practices to ensure responsible AI use while safeguarding sensitive information.

Board member reviews the best practices for board of directors' self assessments

Blog

· Apr 28, 2026

· 13 min read

Board self evaluation: 15 best practices for effective assessments

By The Diligent team

Discover essential strategies for enhancing board self-evaluations with our guide on 15 best practices. Learn how effective assessments can drive governance improvements while respecting directors' time, and explore how AI-powered tools can streamline the evaluation process for optimal results. Transform your board's effectiveness today.

Q1 Snapshot

Blog

· Apr 24, 2026

· 3 min read

Q1 Snapshot: M&A activism returns, regional hotspots shift and short sellers mobilize

By Antoinette Giblin

Blog

· Apr 24, 2026

· 14 min read

Elevate 2026 highlights: From responsible AI to authentic leadership

By Julia Stoyanov

Elevate 2026 brought together over 600 governance and compliance professionals in Atlanta to explore the transformative impact of AI on risk management and leadership. Key discussions highlighted innovative solutions like AI Board Member, emphasizing the importance of connected data and responsible AI implementation for effective governance in a rapidly changing landscape.

Blog

· Apr 23, 2026

· 8 min read

Announcing the 2026 Diligent Elevate Award Winners

By The Diligent team

Celebrate the groundbreaking leaders transforming governance, risk, and compliance at the 2026 Diligent Elevate Awards. Discover how nine exceptional winners and over 50 finalists are leveraging AI-powered innovation to redefine oversight, enhance decision-making, and inspire lasting impact in their organizations.

Business meeting in office

Blog

· Apr 23, 2026

· 4 min read

IN-DEPTH: Q1 proposal pipeline halves as support falls to record low

By Antoinette Giblin

Blog

· Apr 23, 2026

· 5 min read

From fragmented risk to AI-ready governance: What GCs need next

By Kira Ciccarelli

Explore the findings of the 2026 General Counsel Risk Index, a pivotal study from Diligent Institute that reveals how today's general counsel are transforming their roles in an increasingly complex risk landscape. Discover insights on the shifting responsibilities of GCs, the integration challenges they face, and the critical questions organizations must address to enhance governance and compliance in an "always on" risk environment.

Two colleagues reviewing governance documents on an iPad, representing AI-assisted workflows across Diligent Entities and Diligent Boards

Blog

· Apr 20, 2026

· 9 min read

One workflow from documents to decisions: Updates across Diligent Entities and Diligent Boards

By Tracey Brady

Discover the latest Diligent updates that streamline governance workflows with AI assistance, transforming document management from cumbersome tasks to efficient reviews. From AI-driven entity updates to enhanced board tools, these innovations empower legal teams to make faster, informed decisions while keeping full control of changes.

Professional reviewing compliance training courses in Diligent Compliance Education on a laptop.

Blog

· Apr 20, 2026

· 2 min read

What's new in Diligent Compliance? Education and COI: From activity to accountability

By Lauren Bean

Discover how Diligent Compliance is transforming compliance education and conflict of interest management, moving organizations from activity tracking to real accountability. Learn about innovative training programs and a centralized system for managing disclosures and reviews, designed to enhance effectiveness and meet regulatory expectations.

Diligent Minute Latest insights and news for mission-driven boards

Blog

· Apr 17, 2026

· 5 min read

Go from AI insight to action

By Ellen Glasgow

Read our latest Diligent Minute newsletter: this month don’t miss AI guides, our AI governance book giveaway & customer stories

Businesspeople talking looking out of window

Blog

· Apr 16, 2026

· 6 min read

IN-DEPTH: Georgeson on the changing face of activism in Asia

By Antoinette Giblin

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