Zurich
Zurich Financial Services Group (Zurich) is an insurance-based financial services provider with a global network of subsidiaries and offices in North America and Europe as well as in Asia Pacific, Latin America and other markets. Founded in 1872, the Group is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. It employs approximately 60,000 people serving customers in more than 170 countries. Zurich combines strong market positions in personal, commercial and corporate insurance on both sides of the Atlantic with strengthening positions in Asia and key emerging markets. We use our global reach across all lines of business. Our customers benefit from our ability to underwrite and provide services on many fronts, and from the combination of our international expertise, global strength and detailed local knowledge.
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How can you avoid client disputes?
Figures show that up to 40% of businesses have insufficient business interruption (BI) cover. This article focuses on the steps that brokers can take to minimise the risk of underinsurance and associated client disputes.
Trading in the United States – Risk, compliance and insurance factors to consider
Increasing globalisation, Brexit and the prospect of new UK/US trade deals are growing incentives for trade with the US. This article explores the important risk, insurance and compliance considerations companies need to make before taking the plunge.
A simple guide to underinsurance
This simple guide to underinsurance highlights the main causes within separate business lines and how brokers can play an important role in helping to eliminate underinsurance by offering their customers the correct support and guidance.
How can valuations help to avoid underinsurance?
Underinsurance is a common and persistent problem for the insurance industry, with incorrect or out-of-date valuations being a common cause. This article highlights the importance of valuation services and explores how valuations can add value to businesses.
Blockchain and the insurance industry
The Blockchain Insurance Industry Initiative ‘B3i’, of which Zurich was a founding member, was launched to examine the potential advantages blockchain technology could bring to the insurance industry. This article explores the various applications blockchain could serve for the insurance industry.
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.
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.
Q&A: Flooding and the role of the loss adjuster
Anyone dealing with serious flood damage will come into contact with a loss adjuster. In this article, Mike Weatherhead, Director, Head of Technical Best Practice at Vericlaim, explains the work of loss adjusters and how all parties can get the most from the interaction.
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.
The implications of further Jackson reforms
The ‘Jackson reforms’ significantly altered the way that personal injury claims were administered. Lord Jackson is now undertaking a further review, focusing on legislation around fixed recoverable costs. This article explores the review and the potential implications for brokers and customers.