The Fish Rots from the Head

The third edition of Bob Garratt's bestselling book emphasizes the significance of effective corporate governance and how it starts and ends with the boardroom, as seen in the Chinese proverb "The fish rots from the head." This updated edition delves into the corporate scandals of the early 2000s, including Enron, WorldCom, and Tyco, and examines the poor boardroom standards revealed by the recent credit crunch and global financial crisis. The author's Learning Board model, now widely used by corporations and public sector organizations such as the NHS, provides a thought-provoking and practical guide on corporate governance. As stated by Sir Adrian Cadbury, who chaired the committee responsible for the groundbreaking report on corporate governance almost twenty years ago, this book remains essential reading for all directors and those who hold them accountable.