... the evolution of Italian network of interlocked firms and its consequence for firms' competitiveness Findings The article evidences interlocking directorates effects on Italian system's competitiveness Originality/value This article offers a new perspective of analysis in interlocking directorates...

...Colin Coulson‐Thomas Purpose This article summarizes findings relating to the conduct of directors and boards from a continuing investigation into why some companies are so much more effective than others at key activities such as business development, building relationships and creating...