• No surprises!
• Early warning when a board decision may get a negative reaction from some stakeholders
• Good information and analysis including:
  • Advice on the likely consequences of changes in the general operating situation — for example, volatility in the New Zealand dollar or a new competitor coming in to the market.
  • Advice on any significant changes in trends in the organisation's performance — for example if revenue starts to go down
  • Changes in key staff
  • Changes in key stakeholder relationships
• Sound analysis of new proposals
• Implementation of tasks delegated by the board
• Meeting business plan and budget targets