Corporate Governance Advisory

Corporate governance advisory

In today's complex and rapidly evolving business landscape, robust corporate governance is not just a regulatory requirement, it is a strategic advantage. Effective governance builds trust with investors, stakeholders, and the public, while also providing a framework for sound decision-making, effective risk management, and sustainable long-term growth.

We understand that one size does not fit all. Our approach is to provide pragmatic, proportionate advice tailored to your size, sector, and stage of development. Whether you are a privately-owned business, a non-profit organisation, a listed company, or preparing for an IPO, our experts are here to help you navigate the complexities of governance with confidence.
 


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Our core services

In an environment of increasing regulatory scrutiny and stakeholder expectations, a proactive and independent review of your corporate governance framework is not just best practice, it is essential for resilience and credibility.

Our Corporate Governance Framework (Framework) is a pragmatic, extensible framework which provides a structured, independent assessment of your governance processes against the relevant codes, regulations, and market best practices. We give you the clarity and confidence that your governance is robust, effective, and fit for purpose.    
In an era of unprecedented disruption, businesses face an evolving complex and interconnected risk landscape. Our Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) service helps you move beyond compliance to build a proactive, resilient, and agile organisation capable of not only withstanding shocks but also capitalising on opportunities for growth.  We will tailor an end-to-end risk service and solutions tailored to your vision, objectives and levels of risk management maturity.  We partner with you to embed risk intelligence into your strategic decision-making, protecting your assets, reputation and long-term viability.      
A robust Internal Audit (IA) function is a cornerstone of strong governance and risk management. However, building and maintaining an in-house team with the right skills, bandwidth, and objectivity can be challenging. We are your external providers to enhance your IA capabilities. Whether it is outsourcing, co-sourcing or hybrid model, choosing the right model is a strategic decision that depends on your company's specific needs, resources, and long-term objectives.

We provide full outsourcing where we assume full responsibility for executing the internal audit plan and delivering the internal audit function. We provide the Chief Audit Executive (CAE) role, all audit professionals, and manage the entire process, reporting directly to the Audit Committee. Co-sourcing is a flexible partnership where we supplement your existing internal audit team, allowing you to "right-size" your IA function by accessing specialised skills and additional resources on demand. Hybrid model allows you to outsource the CAE role and a core team while co-sourcing specialised audits, creating a blended solution that offers the best of both worlds.  

Regardless the model you choose, we bring a distinct, value-added approach with industry insights, risk-based focus on your business, technology enablement and pragmatic recommendations.
The board of directors carries the ultimate responsibility for corporate strategy, risk oversight, and long-term value creation. In today's volatile environment, the effectiveness of this governing body is under unprecedented scrutiny from regulators, investors, and stakeholders. Our Board Effectiveness Evaluation service is designed to support your development into a high performing board. Our Board Effectiveness Framework explores board performance against the elements in the BDO Corporate Governance Framework with special attention to specific elements to evaluate the Board and Board Committee practices during the year under review.
The demands on board of directors are evolving at an unprecedented pace. Beyond fiduciary duties, directors now face complex challenges ranging from digital disruption and cybersecurity to ESG mandates and geopolitical volatility. Effective governance is no longer just about compliance—it's about strategic foresight. Our Board of Directors Training programs are designed to equip your board with the knowledge, skills, and insights needed to navigate this complexity, foster a culture of constructive challenge, and provide truly strategic oversight.
Whether you are preparing for an IPO, or fulfilling listing resumption conditions, we provide internal control solutions to help you meet regulators’ requirements. We help private companies bridge the "control gap," transforming their financial reporting processes to meet the rigorous standards of the public markets. We don't just help you check a compliance box; we help you build an internal control foundation for sustainable, transparent growth.  

A suspension of trading, often triggered by a fundamental failure in governance, financial reporting, or internal controls, typically mandates an independent, third-party review of the internal control systems by the regulators. Our Listing Resumption Internal Control Review is a specialised service designed to meet this specific regulatory condition. We conduct a rigorous, independent assessment to identify the root causes of the control failure, validate the effectiveness of remedial actions, and provide the comfort needed for the Exchange to restore trading.

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Ricky Cheng

Ricky Cheng

Director and Head of Risk Advisory
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Vivian Chow

Director - Risk Advisory Services
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