A board ESG due diligence portal is specialist governance software that safely and securely provides digital board packs to directors and the organisation’s secretariat. Streamlined and automated, they enable better collaboration, enhance discussions and decision-making, and help everyone in the organization to agree on the strategic direction of the business.

They also save money by reducing the cost of printing and couriering as well as emailing. The possibility to access board documents and also communicate with an encrypted and secure in-app messenger ensures that board members are connected anytime even when they’re not in the office. They can prepare for meetings, sign documents online and within the app and use the video conference integration to participate in virtual meetings when they are unable to attend in person.

What should you look for in the board portal

Ask prospective vendors to provide demonstrations, and detailed, extensive troubleshooting information on their website. They will also be able to give you a comprehensive quote that covers all upfront and ongoing costs. Pricing models are different and based on flat prices, features or the number of users. It is important to compare.

Security is the main factor in determining the quality of a board portal. It should secure data both in transit and at rest, and provide the control of authentication and access rights. In addition, it should have a disaster recovery plan that includes an uptime guarantee. It should also regularly undergo external audits to ensure availability, security integrity, privacy and availability.