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An in-depth guide to hot works safety: How to identify and address the key challenges organisations could face
Many types of construction or maintenance projects may involve hot works, with roofing a common example. This whitepaper discusses the best ways for organisations to manage risks associated with hot works, from the initial process of selecting a contractor through to the project’s final stages.
SMEs: Reaching a new market
D&O insurance might have been around for decades, but it is really only in the last few years that it has come into its own for companies at the smaller end of the SME spectrum. This article highlights how brokers and providers can step up to help SMEs get the cover they need.
SME: Targeting terror
Travel and terrorism insurance for employees is not just a perk for big multi nationals, it is often an essential cover for small businesses too. Download this article to find out more.
Claims handling: The changing face of broking
In this article, Neil Fraser, claims proposition manager at Zurich, discusses what has changed to make claims handling so essential in today’s market.
SME: Building with brokers
The number of insurers offering SME cover creates welcome choice, but that in itself creates an issue that business owners have to deal with. This article highlights the opportunities for brokers to match the complex needs of SME owners with the various solutions offered by insurers.
Transforming motor fleet
In this article, Ed Murray explains why increased mechanisation and use of technologies such as telematics are transforming the way small motor fleet business is conducted.
Hot works fires – three multi-million pound losses
Fires involving hot works may be rare, but when they occur, the damage to property is often substantial. This article discusses three major fires involving hot works and identifies lessons organisations can learn.
Engineering property risk
Put simply, risk engineering is the practice of carefully analysing a risk and looking for ways to avoid or minimise its damaging potential, addressing both frequency and severity of events. This article highlights the value of property risk engineering and how your clients can reap the benefits.
Six common business interruption problems solved
Business interruption (BI) is a complex area of insurance, which requires a good level of understanding to achieve the right outcomes for customers. This article explores six issues brokers may experience relating to BI, and explains how a business interruption calculator can help to address them.
Zurich gears up for BIBA 2017
BIBA returns 10-11 May and the Zurich team is looking forward to meeting brokers. Points of discussion are expected to include the impact of the Ogden discount rate cut and the latest developments in online trading. This article highlights some key developments at Zurich since BIBA 2016.