For a successful Board meeting it is important to have a proper Board agenda. What are the key factors for setting the Board agenda?

The board agenda determines the issues to be discussed in the Board meeting of an organisation. Key success factors for setting the agenda include: Agendas should strike a balance between reviews of past performance and forward-looking issues. Strategic issues require more time for debate so it is a good practice that the allocated discussion time is indicated in the agenda. Normally the agenda in the Board Meeting should include the minutes of the last meeting. Any specific proposals which require the Board's approval/confirmation should be included in the agenda.