Analysis
Europe: The Terrorism Threat
Recent events in France, Kuwait and Tunisia clearly illustrate the evolving nature of the terror threat and its potential to affect people and businesses in unexpected ways.
Deregulation Act: Cutting ties
Section 9 of the Deregulation Act 2015 will make it easier for insurers to cancel policies – but they must remain fair to customers.
Natural Catastrophes: Pool party
Insurers and governments are having to adapt to a world in which natural catastrophes are increasing in frequency and severity. It’s time for a new approach to nat cat.
Medco: Teething troubles
Medco launched just three months ago, as the government attempts to tackle spurious whiplash claims. Opinions on how the system has performed since then vary enormously
Roundtable: Big Data: What can big data do for the insurance industry?
With big data playing a bigger role across all industries, the big question is what it can do for the insurance sector?
Research: Young Broker Nation: 3: Professionalism
How do young insurance brokers view the industry bodies there to represent their interests, and what is their view on the drive towards greater professionalism through qualifications and training? In the third instalment of Young Broker State of the…
Data Leaks: Plugging the leaks
With a new EU directive concerning data security expected later this year, insurers must make sure they exceed industry standards.
Roundtable: Telematics: a move into the mainstream
Will the falling cost of telematics devices see the technology move away from exclusively targeting young drivers and into other sections of the motor market?
Research: Young Broker Nation: 2: Experiences so far
In the second of a four-part report based on surveys with 20 young insurance brokers, we report on their experiences of the industry so far, what they have learned and how much their views of broking have changed since joining the sector.
Legal Update: Look both ways
Contributory actions of pedestrians should be considered when mounting a defence, says Richard West.
Broker talent: painful breakups
As recent court cases have shown, leaving a company to join a competitor can be a less than straightforward affair.
Europe: Cyber security
With hacking and phishing scams on the increase, businesses would be expected to include cyber insurance in their arsenal of measures designed to protect them and their customers in the event of breaches.
Research: Young Broker Nation: 1: Route into the industry
Brokers build their reputations on their skills in negotiating, sales, building relationships, customer care and sector knowledge. They tap into a range of soft and hard skills, not all of which can be learned from a textbook. Despite the variety of…
Broker Networks: Getting squeezed out?
Can broker networks justify their position in the supply chain? A recent survey aimed to find out how insurers and MGAs viewed them.
Analysis: Major Events in the Russian Insurance Market in Q2 2015
In Q2, the license of the chief CMTPL market player was withdrawn but returned shortly afterwards; the Russian Association of Motor Insurers summed up the results of the first quarter of 2015; Insurer ORANTA went through rough times.
Crossrail: Crossing the finishing line
With just three years to go until London’s Crossrail transport link is operational, Post investigates the experience so far for the insurance industry players involved in the project.
Europe: Energy supply disruption presents a key global risk
Today's global economic integration offers multinational businesses cheaper sources of supply and attractive new markets, yet at the same time it exposes companies' operations and supply chains to a widening range of global risks.
Expertise from A-Z: Knowledge is power
Continuing professional development is increasingly important, and qualifications and chartered status can help firms shine brighter.
Expertise From A-Z: Going for gold
As customers demand greater service and products, well-trained employees can provide the vital difference in creating a gold standard.
Recycling: A smoking gun
The plumes of smoke staining the skyline are often signs that a scrap metal yard or warehouse full of recyclate has caught fire. While it’s a distraction for the bored commuter, this troublesome sector leaves underwriters scratching their heads.
Uninsurable risk: No-go zone
According to businesses, six of the top 10 risks facing them are deemed uninsurable. Are insurers being innovative enough to address the problem?