Risk Management
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Risk Management
Don't let operator error destroy your business
Human error is to blame for some of the costliest industrial losses and business interruptions. This article looks at the most common contributors to operator error and how addressing them will help you create a safety culture that reduces risk, prevents business disruptions and fosters resilience.
Video: Cyber security – protecting yourself and your clients from an attack
Cyber risks are a key concern for many of our brokers and still an area that can appear daunting. We've created a video guide to help raise awareness and recognition of the types of cyber threat you and your clients may face.
Cyber risk: The answers to five big questions
Businesses need to have a clear plan on how to reduce the risks of cyber attacks as well as how to respond against them when an attack happens. This article provides answers to the top five most important questions in cyber security.
The story of water: Essential and increasingly scarce
Over one billion people now live in water-scarce regions; by 2025, the World Bank estimates that as many as 3.5 billion people could face water scarcity. This article highlights the political risks associated with water scarcity and the challenges for companies operating in developing markets.
Why is cyber awareness important?
Whilst organisations have different levels of dependency on technology, they all have some form of cyber risk. This article focuses on the increasing threat posed by cyber risks and what steps brokers and their clients can take to mitigate exposures.
The top risks for UK businesses in 2018
The annual Allianz Risk Barometer identifies top corporate perils based on the insight of more than 1,900 risk experts from 80 countries. Here we look at the risks ranked most important by those surveyed in the UK.
Spotlight on professional indemnity: Media and technology sectors
Taking risks is in the DNA of many media and technology firms and insurance should be the enabler that allows them to do this effectively. This article sheds light on the significant and ever-changing risks relevant to the sector and the importance of professional indemnity cover.
The benefits of packaged insurance for care and charity organisations
This infographic shows how a single allegation against a care or charity provider could lead to a number of claims requiring different insurance protection. The infographic highlights why packaged cover is recommended for providers, as opposed to having multiple policies with separate insurers.
Bridging the gap to IFRS 17
Coming into force in 2021, IFRS 17 will change how insurance liabilities are valued and profit is recognised, providing more transparent and consistent financial reporting across the insurance industry. This whitepaper sheds light on what insurers need to know about the new international standard.
Securing the chain
At a recent event hosted by XL Catlin in Dublin, risk managers discussed their supply chain risk issues and heard from experts about ways to mitigate some of those threats and challenges. This article sheds light on the key takeaways from the event.