A skills matrix serves as a simple but effective tool to chart the progress of your board. It is designed to capture the skills, competencies, experiences and other attributes of your directors.
The process helps identify skills gaps and deficits in relation to your organisation's strategic goals and lays the foundation for longer-term succession planning for the board.
Individual skills assessments can help formulate continuous professional development plans to keep your directors current and ensure your board is fit for the future.
A skills matrix should be regularly updated and reviewed to ensure the board remains effective. A good time to review is when directors join or leave the board to ensure the skills remain up to date and relevant.
