To be independent, a director should not have any other relationships with the company other than his or her directorship that may compromise the director’s objectivity and loyalty to the
company’s shareholders.
The evaluation of board performance should be completed formally and regularly (at least annually) through either self-evaluation, independent committee evaluation (audit, compensation, nominating), or outside consulting evaluations.
Board accountability can be classified into accountability to shareholders for protecting their rights and interests, accountability for the effectiveness of its operation, and accountability for its involvement in the company’s strategic decisions to ensure enduring performance and success.