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Blog

· Jul 17, 2026

· 6 min read

Why transparency is your board's most powerful tool

By Ellen Glasgow

Read our latest Diligent Minute newsletter: this month our public sector Elevate Award winner, resources for board training, and more

Risk and audit leaders reviewing documents together as they discuss audit planning and workflow priorities.

Blog

· Jul 17, 2026

· 8 min read

From setup work to audit execution: What’s new in Diligent Risk & Audit

By Meghan Day

See how Diligent Risk & Audit helps teams reduce setup work, improve reporting, strengthen workflow control and keep audit execution moving.

Board members viewing a sample board evaluation quesitonnaire

Blog

· Jul 16, 2026

· 20 min read

Board evaluation questionnaire: 33 sample questions and a guide to running one

By Meghan Day

A board evaluation questionnaire guide with 33 sample questions, method comparison and fresh data on how boards run effective director evaluations.

Meeting

Blog

· Jul 16, 2026

· 6 min read

IN-DEPTH: Weighing the SEC's reform shift

By Josh Black

Woman using a digital AI interface, representing the shift from AI adoption to board-level accountability.

Blog

· Jul 16, 2026

· 4 min read

From AI adoption to AI accountability

By Dottie Schindlinger

AI adoption is accelerating in the boardroom, but oversight is still catching up. This blog explores what the EU AI Act moment and Digital Trust Summit reveal about the next phase of AI governance, from practical guardrails to clearer board policies and more accountable innovation.

continuous monitoring audit

Blog

· Jul 16, 2026

· 4 min read

Want to stay audit-ready? Continuous monitoring is the key

By Katja Freeman

Maintain constant audit readiness. Discover how public sector teams use automation and continuous monitoring to simplify compliance.

Executives at the C-suite level discussing a board report

Blog

· Jul 16, 2026

· 18 min read

How to write a board report: Examples & best practices (with template)

By Meghan Day

Learn how to write a board report that boards actually use, with examples, a free template, best practices and fresh data on what directors want.

Governance professionals reviewing organizational structures and planning activities during a board and compliance meeting.

Blog

· Jul 15, 2026

· 9 min read

Connected governance at scale: What's new in Diligent Boards, Entities and Compliance

By Tracey Brady

Explore how the latest Diligent Boards, Entities and Compliance updates help teams plan further ahead, gain clearer visibility into complex structures, and manage governance and compliance more effectively across jurisdictions.

How public sector organizations manage internal controls to be audit-ready lead image

Blog

· Jul 9, 2026

· 4 min read

By the numbers: Public sector leaders on audit readiness

By The Diligent team

Public sector audit teams are navigating a major shift from manual, reactive processes to modern, proactive oversight — but many still face gaps in internal controls, audit readiness, and resource constraints. Drawing on survey data from auditors, analysts, and controllers, this report reveals how staff and budget limitations, outdated workflows, and rising compliance demands are holding teams back — and how purpose-built technology like automation, analytics, and AI is helping public sector organizations close the gap and stay audit-ready.

A new director reading a guide on board governance

Blog

· Jul 9, 2026

· 10 min read

Board governance: The ultimate guide for new directors in 2026

Writing on governance, risk, compliance and audit since 2020

By Kezia Farnham

Learn what board governance is, why it matters, and how AI-powered tools help boards lead with confidence. Practical guide for directors.

A corporate secretary preparing a board pack before a meeting

Blog

· Jul 9, 2026

· 21 min read

Board pack management: a complete guide to building better board packs

By Meghan Day

A practical guide to board pack management: what to include, how to build and distribute packs, and how AI speeds preparation for better board decisions.

Human Resource Manager Explains Payroll Software To Two Women Colleagues

Blog

· Jul 2, 2026

· 4 min read

Continuous audit for public sector: Better visibility and accuracy start here

By The Diligent team

Discover how continuous audit transforms public sector oversight from periodic checks to real-time monitoring, enhancing visibility and risk management. Learn about the benefits of automation, analytics, and AI in creating an always-on audit environment that keeps organizations proactive and compliant. Elevate your audit practices and ensure accountability with Diligent's innovative solutions.

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