In some cases, the consensus estimate calculated this way may not be in agreement with consensus information on the ADR, and that's because the two instruments may not be followed by the same group of analysts.

FORBES: Best Analysts: Forbes 2000 Standouts

As the network of participating countries grows, "it may be that 'bank-secrecy' jurisdictions feel increasing pressure to move toward a growing international consensus on information exchange, " Mr. West added.

WSJ: Foreign Deal on Tax Dodging

He's an educator, bright, with a lot of qualities that will help carry us forward, including the ability to attract consensus and get information.

NPR: What to Expect from a Gates Pentagon

And today, I saw and heard a very simple explanation: there is, after the violence of last Wednesday and Thursday, a commitment to organic Egyptian democracy in some top quarters (notably the White House), and a commitment to a rapid technocratic transition in others (notably the Pentagon), and no capacity or mechanism to efficiently share information, forge a consensus across departments, and coordinate a message.

FORBES: Confusion at Foggy Bottom

The health of the Pope took on a life outside its subject and, in the absence of any hard information from the Vatican, was often decided on journalistic consensus.

CNN: Pope's resignation a new angle to a tough news beat

With a more open, consensus -building, and collegial approach to leading, women leaders create environments where information is shared more freely, collaboration and teamwork are honored, and flexibility along with risk-taking create new opportunities for success.

FORBES: Mandating Women At The Leadership Table: Why the Time is Now

These groups and individuals have stepped into the information breach to educate the public and invite ideas to form the basis for consensus.

FORBES: Why America Needs An Annual Report