KPMG ACI Board Portal Survey 2011

ACI Survey: Many Say Board Portal Improves Board's Efficiency

Even as information security continues to be a significant concern, the use of online portals for hosting board materials and other company information is growing: Just two years ago, only nine percent of directors we surveyed said they used an online portal; last year, that number jumped to 35 percent - and today, it's at 50 percent - and climbing. As highlighted in this new article from KPMG's Audit Committee Institute - which, together with Corporate Secretary, surveyed 350 - plus corporate secretaries and general counsels - it's clear that technology is moving rapidly into boardrooms, along with some key benefits and challenges.