Effective boards provide clarity, governance, and oversight to steer organizations toward success. However, large technology initiatives, digital transformations, and innovation efforts often challenge even the most seasoned boards.
My Board Advisory service empowers boards and board members to navigate the complexities of modern technology decisions with confidence and precision.
As a trusted advisor and experienced board member, I bring independent insights, strategic guidance, and technology expertise to help you oversee projects, make informed decisions, and enhance governance practices.
Client outcomes
Organizations and boards engaging me for Board Advisory services benefit from:
> Independent Technology Insights: Gain an unbiased perspective on technology strategies, projects, and investments.
> Improved Governance: Enhance oversight and decision-making with structured guidance on large-scale technology initiatives.
> Clear Risk Visibility: Identify risks associated with technology, digital strategies, and transformation projects before they escalate.
> Strategic Alignment: Ensure technology initiatives align with business goals and deliver measurable outcomes.
> Enhanced Board Capability: Build board-level understanding of technology opportunities and risks through targeted coaching and workshops.
> Increased Stakeholder Trust: Demonstrate transparency, diligence, and accountability to investors, employees, and customers.
Typical clients
My Board Advisory service is designed for:
> Board Members in supervisory or non-executive roles overseeing technology-heavy initiatives.
> C-Level Executives acting as board members or executive sponsors for complex technology projects.
> Advisory Boards supporting technology startups or scale-ups.
> Organizations in highly regulated industries, such as financial services or healthcare, where technology risks are significant.
When to order
You should consider Board Advisory services when:
> Your board is overseeing large, high-risk technology or transformation projects.
> Technology strategy and execution have become central to your organization’s success.
> You lack technology expertise at the board level to evaluate initiatives or risks.
> Your organization faces increased regulatory scrutiny or compliance concerns.
> You want to ensure governance practices meet the expectations of investors and stakeholders.
Scope and approach
My Board Advisory services are tailored to your organization’s needs and include the following:
> Independent Oversight: Regular review of major technology initiatives to ensure they remain on track, within scope, and aligned with strategic goals.
> Technology Risk Assessments: Evaluating key risks associated with projects, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and emerging technologies.
> Strategic Coaching: Empowering boards and senior executives with tailored coaching on technology governance, digital transformation, and decision-making.
> Technology Due Diligence: Providing advisory services for boards considering technology-heavy acquisitions, investments, or vendor engagements.
> Board-Level Reporting: Developing clear, actionable reports to simplify complex technology discussions for decision-makers.
> Post-Mortem Reviews: Analyzing past technology initiatives to extract lessons learned and improve future governance practices.
Engagement timeline
Board Advisory engagements can range from one-off reviews to ongoing advisory services delivered over several months, depending on your needs.
Delivery
> Ongoing Advisory: Regular participation in board meetings or technology oversight committees.
> Project-Based Advisory: Targeted support for specific projects or initiatives.
> Workshops and Coaching: Customized sessions to enhance board understanding of technology-related topics and risks.
I deliver these engagements as a mix of in-person and virtual sessions, ensuring flexibility for boards with international or geographically distributed members.
Pricing
> One-off Board Advisory Engagement: Starting at CHF 7,500, depending on scope.
> Ongoing Board Advisory Services: Retainer-based pricing starting at CHF 5,000 per month.
Payment terms: Customized based on engagement length and scope. Travel costs and expenses are billed separately.
Why work with me
As a board member, why would you partner with me?
> Proven Experience: Non-executive board member at three companies and a former Big 4 CIO with extensive experience leading technology initiatives.
> Deep Expertise: Over 20 years of experience in technology governance and digital transformation across financial and professional services.
> Investor Perspective: As an active investor in technology startups, I understand growth challenges, risks, and value creation.
> Trusted Advisor: I have partnered with leading organizations like PwC, KPMG, Zurich Insurance, and Bank Julius Bär to deliver tangible results.
> Global Insight: With experience across 15+ countries, I provide diverse perspectives on technology strategy and governance.
What others are saying
"Henrico’s clear, independent advice provided the structure we needed to oversee a critical technology initiative with confidence."
— Chairman, Financial Services Board
"Having Henrico as a trusted advisor elevated our technology discussions at the board level. His experience is invaluable."
— Non-Executive Director, Professional Services Firm
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