Adoption of digital solutions for AGMs is long overdue
The Strate e-voting system ensures that meeting resolutions are not questioned later and the issuer’s ethical integrity is upheld
03 July 2020 - 12:24
Efforts to contain the Covid-19 pandemic have driven businesses online more rapidly than expected, but not everyone has been ready for the overnight shift to the digital world. We have seen companies delay their annual shareholders meetings and results announcements while they consider how to conduct them online.
AGMs serve a critical role as they provide one of the few opportunities for shareholders to engage with the company’s directors, raise questions and issues that concern them and vote on matters affecting the business...
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