As well as an extensive induction program for new Supervisory Board members, there is a training curriculum for all Supervisory Board members. This comprises training modules and meetings in addition to e-learning courses, covering subjects such as data privacy, Board independence, and information protection. During the year, the Supervisory Board’s training program focused on quality management systems (International Standard on Quality Management (ISQM 1) and QC 1000), digital and innovation, ESG, and developments in Advisory (specifically, the Technology suite).
Board evaluation
The Supervisory Board held discussions in closed preparatory sessions as necessary during the year. The topics discussed covered the profile and composition of the Supervisory Board, given the approaching conclusion of two first-term appointments, and the onboarding of new members. The Board also discussed the performance of the members of the Board of Management against agreed targets. This was done in advance of the annual evaluation conversations with the members of the Board of Management.
In May 2025, the Supervisory Board undertook its annual self-assessment, facilitated by an external party. This covered, among other things, the composition and the functioning of the Board’s committees and boardroom dynamics with the Board of Management. The Supervisory Board also discussed the set-up of its meetings and its desire to be able to spend more time on educational and strategic topics. In May 2025, a joint session of the Supervisory Board and the Board of Management was held to assess the cooperation between the Supervisory Board and the Board of Management. This session was facilitated by an external party.