Board Oversight

/ˈbɔːrd ˌoʊvərˈsaɪt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The responsibility of a corporation's board of directors to monitor and guide the management and overall governance of the company.
    The board oversight function is crucial to ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards.

Forms

  • board oversight

Commentary

Board oversight often implies a duty of care and loyalty, emphasizing active monitoring rather than passive reviewing.

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