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Price optimisation for insurance - optimising price; destroying value?
Price optimisation is on the rise in UK insurance, driven by the insight that underwriters gain from big data. In his latest Thinkpiece, Duncan Minty considers how these events might influence the FCA’s current market study on big data, and how insurers might prepare for the regulator’s response.
Roundtable: The caring economy
With ever increasing pressure on charity funding, many are cutting costs but, as our panel of experts testify, scrimping on insurance is a false economy and brokers need to help educate the sector. Download this article for a summary of Insurance Age’s roundtable discussion.
In Focus: Construction - challenges and opportunities
In part two of our construction In Focus, Sam Barrett examines what brokers need to know about the changing sector and how best to provide advice to construction clients and ensure they have the best coverage in place.
In Focus: What risks do your construction clients face?
In part one of this In-Focus series, Jonathan Smith, head of commercial SME solutions and schemes at Aviva examines what brokers need to know about risk management in construction. Topics covered: on-site fire hazards; best practice regulations; flood risks; modern methods of construction risks.
Intellectual property: Protecting bright ideas
It is a sad fact that most businesses only appreciate the value of intellectual property insurance once it is too late. So why is it vital? Post's article highlights the value of intellectual property coverage, especially for smaller organisations.
Price comparison websites: No comparison
There are plenty who would celebrate their demise, but despite regulatory scrutiny, price comparison websites remain strong. Download Post's article to find out more.
Vulnerable customers: Access at a price
How businesses treat vulnerable customers has been the subject of concentrated focus by the Financial Conduct Authority and insurance trade bodies over the past 12 months. Insurers deny giving disabled customers a raw deal, but could they be doing more? Post’s article investigates.
Consumer focus: 2016 - The year of the 'switcher'?
The insurance industry saw huge changes in 2015, with changes in regulation and government tax rises. The effect on consumers will be seen over the next year – and they may not be happy. Download Post's article to find out more.
How to keep empty properties safe
Whatever the reason, vacant properties may carry additional risks for property owners, particularly when left empty for long periods of time. This article examines some of the main risks and what your customers can do to mitigate them.
Supersonic cars: The need for speed
Ask a meerkat or a moustachioed opera singer for a quote for a supersonic car and you would be met with bewilderment and a rapid search for the exit door. Yet it is not as unusual a question as you might think. Post’s article looks at the risks and challenges associated with supersonic cars.