Risk Management
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Risk Management
Drone technology takes off at FM Global
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), or more commonly drones, are an exciting new technology for all kinds of businesses – including FM Global.
Cyber claim trends: When law firms are the target
Even as insurers are tallying the most recent cyber attacks, underwriters are estimating the next Wannacry attack could be a $2.5 billion hit to insurers. This article sheds light on the latest cyber claims trends and why law firms are increasingly becoming the focus of ransomware attacks.
How underwriters calculate flood risk
Given the bearing that flood risk calculations have on premiums, it is important that customers understand the various factors that influence these calculations. This article looks at the various assessments underwriters make when calculating flood risk.
Construction - Part 1: Market outlook and issues
The construction sector is predicted to enjoy a period of sustained growth until at least 2020. This, the first in our two part whitepaper series on construction, assesses the market outlook and issues for the sector from skills shortages and Brexit, to changes in construction technology.
Insuring against disasters - Florida's forgotten risk
When the last significant hurricane hit Florida, damage to pool screen enclosures accounted for 25% - 40% of the insurance losses. In this article, Wade Stier, Vice President and Underwriter of U.S. Property Treaty Reinsurance at XL Catlin, looks at this significant risk for insurers and reinsurers.
875,000 UK SMEs suffer cyber security breach in the last year
Our latest SME Risk Index has revealed that almost 16% of SMEs have fallen victim to a cyber-attack. Despite the risks, 49% of SMEs plan to spend less than £1,000 on cyber security in the next 12 months, leaving them vulnerable to substantial losses. Download this article to find out more.
Business continuity: Are you prepared?
In today’s uncertain climate, business continuity planning is more important than ever. But what does a good business continuity plan look like? Discover how business continuity has evolved, useful resources and additional benefits.
Critical national infrastructure: interruptions are “largely preventable”
Improving infrastructure resilience: extended interruptions to power and water supplies are largely preventable.
The natural catastrophe jigsaw: Are you missing any pieces?
This AIRMIC 2017 round-up explores how businesses can prevent or limit the majority of losses through earthquakes, floods and wind storms.
Customers with international elements – what to consider
In today’s globalised world it is rare to find an organisation without some degree of international exposure. From changing risk exposures to language barriers, this article explores what organisations should consider when expanding internationally and how brokers can help.