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AnalysisGeopolitics moves to the centre of the risk agenda
The Healix Risk Radar Report 2026 warns that geopolitics is now the defining force behind business disruption, shaping cyber exposure, supply chain fragility, climate volatility and digital surveillance. For risk managers, the message is clear: connected risk is the new reality, and resilience planning must evolve accordingly.
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AnalysisCaptives emerge as a powerful lever for ESG transformation, says FERMA
A new FERMA report argues that captives can embed environmental, social and governance principles across underwriting, claims, investment and data activities, turning risk financing into a practical driver of sustainable value.
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AnalysisRisk briefing: how to protect your employees and business through civil unrest and riots
As tensions continue to simmer across the globe in 2025, StrategicRISK speaks to experts about how organisations can navigate an increasingly volatile landscape and safeguard their people on the ground.
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AnalysisCommodity traders face geopolitical turbulence, Willis warns
Tariffs, maritime disruption and regional conflicts are reshaping global commodity flows, as a Willis report highlights the sector’s exposure to escalating geopolitical and geoeconomic risk
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AnalysisEmployee anxiety emerges as a critical organisational risk
New research from Cigna Healthcare and the American Psychological Association reveals rising anxiety across the workforce, creating an escalating challenge for employers seeking to protect wellbeing and productivity.
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AnalysisAirmic 2025: Employers urged to stay ahead of rising travel risks
As global instability accelerates, risk managers are being urged to rethink travel risk strategies, improve governance, and collaborate more closely with insurers to protect staff overseas.
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AnalysisHow risk managers can cultivate talent in their organisations
Poor people management can have a profound effect on a business – hitting productivity, innovation and morale. More attention must be given to the roots of people risk if we don’t want the talent to run dry.
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AnalysisThe big question: What is the greatest security threat facing organisations today?
A new board of leading voices from the world of risk and security, brought together by risk management company, Healix, shares their opinions on the greatest geopolitical and security challenges that risk managers need to tackle
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AnalysisRisk briefing: managing the legal ramifications of interconnected risks
The interconnectivity of threats is a hot topic in the risk management world, but the legal and insurance implications are easily overlooked. Here’s what risk professionals need to know
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AnalysisHow ethical and compliance programmes can boost business performance
Over 60% of organisations have incorporated ethical behaviour into performance management, hiring, and reward practices. Here’s how to use ethics and compliance programmes to manage risks and improve business performance
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AnalysisHow risk professionals can find a path through the web of interconnected threats
Companies must accelerate their response to a more pervasive and complex risk environment and take steps to reinvent risk management. Here’s how
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AnalysisRegulation watch: the proposed new terrorism rules for small UK businesses explained
A consultation has opened on new laws to make sure UK small businesses are better prepared for terrorist attacks. Here’s what risk managers need to know
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AnalysisRisk briefing: political threats rising for emerging market manufacturing hubs
Against a backdrop of heightened political risk, supply chain professionals looking to operate more strategically and build resilience need to create as much certainty as they can
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AnalysisTop tips for managing the biggest risks facing businesses in 2024
A new barometer identifies the biggest threats to organisations wordwide as cyber, business interruption, and nat cats. Here are the report’s top tips for managing the risks
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AnalysisRisk briefing: Why are companies leaving Hong Kong?
Concerns around regulation, freedom of expression, and bad actors are driving companies from Hong Kong. However, cutting off the region may mean pulling back from China altogether, leaving businesses with tricky decisions to make.
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AnalysisBurnout is the greatest risk facing organisations in 2024 - how to tackle it
Global instability and geopolitical turmoil, climate-related health issues, and misinformation due to AI, are all heightening levels of employee stress and burnout. Consequently, businesses must move beyond basic occupational health services for work-related conditions.
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AnalysisHow to create a benefits programme that meets the needs of future employees
Organisations must place well-being, inclusivity, and social good at the heart of their benefits packages - here’s how
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AnalysisRisk briefing: Five steps European organisations must take to tackle extreme weather risks
New research shows risk managers are more concerned about extreme weather than any other threat to operations. Despite this a quarter of firms have no plans to mitigate climate risks. Here are five ways to protect your organisation
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AnalysisSector focus: How universities can manage risks as students return to campuses
Covid-19 led to the largest disruptions in educational systems in history. By learning now, risk managers can ensure they are resilient against future crises
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AnalysisSR Q2 2023: Protecting your greatest asset
No risk is an island. And in this complex, interconnected risk landscape we are operating in, no risk department should be either. The health of our organisations and our people depends on building risk cultures that break silos and become truly cross-functional
