Boards recognise the value of stepping back and reflecting on how they work, yet selecting the right review package can feel daunting. Some boards want a quick sense check, while others need a deeper understanding of strengths, challenges, and opportunities for improvement. At Virteffic, we offer three review options so every organisation can choose the level of support that feels right for them.
Our approach is grounded in what we see in boardrooms every week across Jersey and Guernsey. We understand the practical realities that influence performance, including the quality of reporting, how meetings are structured, and the dynamics that shape discussion. This real-world experience allows us to deliver insight that is clear, practical, and genuinely useful, rather than theoretical commentary.
What boards gain from an effective review
An external review is one of the most constructive ways to strengthen governance. Clients tell us they value the clarity, perspective, and confidence that independent insight brings. A review with Virteffic helps boards:
• improve meeting structure and use time more effectively
• strengthen oversight and decision-making
• clarify roles, expectations, and accountability
• align reporting with strategic priorities
• identify practical improvements that support long-term performance
• demonstrate good governance to regulators, investors, and stakeholders
These outcomes form the foundation of every review we deliver, regardless of the package.
Light review
A practical choice for boards wanting a focused and independent view. This option suits smaller boards or those seeking a simple external check without a lengthy process. It provides a clear overview of priority areas and early insight into how well current arrangements are working.
We review key governance documents, circulate director questionnaires, and prepare a concise written summary. Boards can include a short virtual debrief if they would like to talk through the findings. It offers a straightforward way to refresh governance and identify early improvements.
Standard review
A fuller and more detailed assessment for boards wanting deeper insight. This is our most comprehensive package and provides a well-rounded picture of performance and governance maturity.
Alongside documentation analysis and questionnaires, we meet individually with each director. These conversations help us understand how the board operates in practice. The final written report includes clear observations, practical and achievable recommendations, and a summary of priorities. We present the findings either virtually or in person.
Clients often choose this option when they want a structured plan for the year ahead, particularly during organisational change or when preparing for discussions with regulators or investors.
Three year programme
Support for boards wanting steady progress over time. Many boards prefer more than a single review. This programme combines a full Standard Review in Year One with lighter reviews in Years Two and Three.
It helps boards maintain momentum, monitor progress, and ensure improvements are embedded. This structured rhythm provides clarity and confidence while keeping the workload manageable.
Clear pricing and excellent value
We know that boards want high quality and sensible pricing. Our reviews are competitively priced because we deliver them in-house, without the overheads associated with large advisory firms. Clients often tell us they value the level of insight and the value for money they receive compared with traditional consultancies.
Fee proposals are tailored, transparent, and based on board size, documentation volume, and interview requirements. Discounts apply when we already support the board with minutes or governance services.
How Virteffic can support your board
Virteffic Limited is an independent governance specialist working with boards, committees, and senior leaders across Jersey, Guernsey, and further afield. Our perspective comes from real boardroom experience. We sit in meetings every week, see how directors work together, and understand the pressures and expectations that shape modern governance.
Our team includes qualified professionals who support clients with minute drafting, board coordination, pack preparation, and wider administration. Everything is handled in-house, which means your work is always managed with care, consistency, and complete confidentiality. Clients often tell us they value our steady approach, our attention to detail, and how easily we slot into their existing processes while still offering an objective view.
Board Effectiveness Reviews are a core part of what we do. These reviews provide a clear, honest picture of how the board is operating in practice, backed by practical recommendations that directors can act on. The insight we provide is shaped by real experience rather than theory, which helps boards improve decision-making, strengthen accountability, and stay focused on long-term performance. We offer both standalone assessments and multi-year programmes for boards who want structured, ongoing improvement.
We support regulated firms, private companies, fund boards, charities, and not-for-profit organisations looking for independence, discretion, and reliable expertise. If your board would benefit from an objective review or practical governance support, we would be pleased to help.
Start your board’s effectiveness journey
An independent review is one of the most effective ways to strengthen governance and ensure the board is working at its best. If your board would benefit from fresh perspective, structured insight, or a clear action plan, we would be pleased to help.
You can request a personalised fee proposal through our online form, or contact us at hello@virteffic.com to discuss the level of support that suits your organisation. Our team is here to provide clear guidance, practical recommendations, and a review process that genuinely supports better governance and long-term performance.
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