Expert Views – Page 33
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AnalysisAshley Madison data theft is “the loudest call for action to date”
An urgent change in behaviour is needed if businesses want to avoid the next big data hack
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AnalysisPassenger data surveillance could become EU law: what are the risks?
Efforts by the UK to set up a data-gathering system across the airline industry backfired but it remains to be seen whether the EU learns from the past
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HeadspaceWhy German SMEs need to manage global risk – DVS deputy chair
Small exporters are just as important to the German economy as multinationals but they struggle to stay on top of a fast-developing risk landscape. Werner Döringer is determined to fight their corner
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AnalysisThe legal risks for drone insurance
Tighter policy wordings will be needed amid new regulations and increasing drone use
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AnalysisNon-insurance providers and autonomous cars, ranked biggest emerging risks by brokers
Non-insurance entities and autonomous features will be the biggest source of disruptive innovation, with the latter holding potential to “take premium out of the market”
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AnalysisInsurers urged to set standards for covering drones – an insurance market potentially worth billions
Insurance potential is huge but underwriters must shape safety laws
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AnalysisHow AIG is using Big Data to identify vulnerabilities in the supply chain
High-quality information is the risk manager’s friend in need as it helps them to analyse potential loss more effectively Part of a property and casualty risks series supported by
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AnalysisThe insurers that are developing drones insurance and the risks they are covering
Demand for drones insurance is high with oil and gas and media industries investing heavily in the technology
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AnalysisWhy manufacturers in Germany and France are turning to 3D printing
From bottles to complicated prosthetics, 3D printing is revolutionising all aspects of manufacturing but the technology is posing significant challenges for insurers Part of a property and casualty risks series supported by
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AnalysisThe future’s driverless, or is it?
To their champions, autonomous vehicles herald a revolution on the roads – but safety and security worries are mounting Part of a technology risks series supported by
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AnalysisEU updates air safety list and lifts Philippines ban
A total of 232 airlines are banned from flying in the EU and passengers can use the list to check airline safety when traveling in other parts of the world
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AnalysisHow lessons from Superstorm Sandy are saving companies and insurers millions
The loss prevention techniques that were learnt following the superstorm are being applied across the economic spectrum, resulting in savings for companies and insurers Part of a property and casualty risks series supported by
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AnalysisGilbert Canaméras and Dirk Wegener elected to FERMA board
Three existing board members also receive new mandates
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AnalysisInternet of things – the next big risk for insurers
Cyber risk and property liability could amplify as connected devices become more popular – and insurers need to pay attention now
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AnalysisHow drones will revolutionise the construction industry and put an end to skills shortage
Drones are increasingly taking the strain on construction site and risk managers need to prepare now for a day when robots might be wearing the hard hats on construction sites
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AnalysisInsuring nanotechnology risks
Even though nanotechnology may not have resulted in any litigation yet and is widely used, many insurers exclude its application in their fine print. However, as its benefits become clearer, some insurers are revisiting their position Part of a technology risks series supported by
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AnalysisWORKSHOP NEWS: Understanding supply chain risk is critical to dealing with the threat – Zurich
Business continuity necessitates that companies need to take a firm grip of their supply chains to ensure that they are able to operate effectively, no matter how complex they are
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AnalysisUK businesses struggle to develop positive risk culture, according to new survey
Only three out of 10 businesses felt that they had a positive risk
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AnalysisHow a new role could help firms avoid major crises
Executive risk leaders would report directly to the board and be in a position to influence the strategic direction of the business
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RegulationAre you ready for new EU product safety rules?
With new legislation forthcoming, firms need to start preparing now and ensure they and their supply chain understand compliance requirements
