Boards everywhere are grappling with an unpredictable world—one marked by political upheaval, shifting trade regimes, supply-chain fragility, climate shocks, technological leaps, energy insecurity, and society’s evolving expectations of companies and their leaders.

How can boards in emerging markets strengthen their governance amid high uncertainty—and do so in environments that are becoming ever more complex? How can directors, both individually and collectively, establish the clarity, composure, and collaboration needed to govern effectively when the future is unpredictable and the variables driving it are deeply intertwined?

In this report, we examine how boards are dealing with the forces now shaping board agendas: the mounting uncertainty and growing complexity that call for stronger risk oversight and resilience in order for boards to navigate today’s landscape with confidence.

Read the full report on the BCG website.

About the authors

Jeremy Hanson (jhanson@heidrick.com) is a partner in the CEO & Board Practice; he is based in the Chicago office.

Ron Soonieus is a senior advisor to Boston Consulting Group and a director in residence at the INSEAD Corporate Governance Centre, based in Amsterdam.

Burak Tansan is a managing director and senior partner at Boston Consulting Group, and chairman of the Turkey office.

Annet Aris is a senior affiliate professor of strategy & academic director at INSEAD Corporate Governance Centre.

Seckin Akar is a partner at Boston Consulting Group and a member of BCG’s Global Advantage Practice.