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AnalysisWorkplace stress linked to job insecurity must be addressed, says APA
Employers must tackle rising workplace stress driven by job insecurity, the American Psychological Association has warned, as new research links policy changes and economic uncertainty to poor mental health and organisational risk.
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AnalysisThe big question: How important is it for insurance to move into risk mitigation?
Although indemnifying policyholders following an insured event is the principal premise of insurance, insurers, brokers and MGAs alike are taking greater interest in risk mitigation and prevention strategies to help nip claims in the bud - but how prevalent is this trend and in what lines of business is it ...
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AnalysisCyber reputation risks can wipe out over a quarter of shareholder value
Malware and ransomware attacks emerged as the most reputationally damaging, accounting for 60% of reputation risk events while making up only 45% of total cyber incidents analysed.
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Expert ViewsCyber response readiness: Why risk managers must lead from the front
Recent cyberattacks targeting prominent UK retailers have exposed the far-reaching consequences of digital disruption. Helen Nuttall, UK head of cyber incident management at Marsh, explains how risk managers can enhance organisational preparedness, facilitate cross-functional coordination, and refine crisis response strategies.
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AnalysisMind the gap: Why underinsurance remains a systemic risk for businesses
Underinsurance is a persistent and worsening issue for businesses of all sizes. Despite a softening market, more available data and growing awareness, many policyholders remain dangerously exposed. Now is the time for risk managers to act.
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AnalysisPower resilience: What risk managers must learn before the lights go out
Power outages are no longer rare disruptions. As extreme weather, energy volatility, cyber threats and ageing infrastructure increase blackout risks globally, risk managers must ensure their organisations can function in the dark and recover quickly.
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Expert ViewsFast reaction times: more vital than ever
In a world so hard to plan for, we must be able to react decisively to whatever comes next. International programmes can offer clarity and consistency, says HDI’s Antonia Osborne, helping businesses stay agile and respond quickly when trouble strikes.
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AnalysisWTW report: Dealmakers expect M&A rebound
HR teams risk being left behind if dealmakers’ bullishness about a wave of merger activity comes to pass, according to a new study from Willis.
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AnalysisOutgoing FERMA president Charlotte Hedemark calls for bold, forward-looking risk managers
As Charlotte Hedemark prepares to step down as FERMA President, she urges risk managers to adopt a more strategic, forward-looking role.
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AnalysisPolitical polarisation reaches record highs - what it means for risk managers
As polarisation reaches record highs, risk leaders are urged to prepare for rising violence, policy instability and reputational threats. Here’s how you can mitigate the threats
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AnalysisSpotlight on: Aviation’s evolving risk profile
As the aviation sector contends with mounting cyber threats, regulatory volatility and geopolitical shocks, risk managers must take note. With significant knock-on effects for supply chains, insurance markets and global mobility, aviation risk is no longer a siloed concern.
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Expert ViewsCaptives 2.0: Unlocking strategic value from your captive programme
As captives grow in size and sophistication, risk managers are being urged to revisit how these vehicles support strategic risk, resilience and revenue. From emerging lines to protected cells, here’s what the latest data reveals.
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AnalysisPolycrisis pressures force a strategic rethink of risk management
As businesses grapple with a complex web of threats, Inverto’s latest study reveals a shift toward structural risk management, yet many still lag in digital readiness. From AI gaps to supply chain overexposure, the report urges firms to act now or risk falling behind.
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OpinionFacing exponential risk: Why it’s time to unify your data, dashboards and decision-making
As interconnected threats multiply, siloed risk management is no longer enough. Keith Berry, head of corporate and government solutions at Moody’s, explores how integrated data and analytics can help organisations stay ahead.
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Case StudiesCase study: How camden is tackling flash flooding through a joined-up resilience strategy
Faced with rising flash flood risk, Camden Council is working with the City of London and Thames Water to deliver a joined-up flood management strategy in South End Green. From natural flood defences to drainage upgrades and borough-wide SuDS, the council is embedding resilience across its urban landscape.
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FeaturesHeathrow’s fire was a wake-up call – here’s what risk managers must learn
The March 2025 substation fire that grounded Heathrow Airport for more than 16 hours disrupted over 270,000 passenger journeys and exposed systemic weaknesses across the UK’s critical infrastructure. StrategicRISK speaks to seven senior experts to explore what went wrong – and how to prepare for what’s next.
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Expert ViewsDistraction not dishonesty
Negligence claims against lawyers are growing in severity. Travelers Europe senior risk management consultants Philippa Wilkin and Paul Smith explain why distraction caused by technology could be at the heart of the problem.
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AnalysisScenario analysis: What risk managers need to know about a Strait of Hormuz shutdown
With Iran threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz, risk managers face a range of escalating scenarios. Here, we explore four potential outcomes, their implications for energy prices, supply chains, and insurance, and the steps businesses must take now to stay ahead of the threat.
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AnalysisWhy SMEs can’t afford to ignore cyber resilience
Cyber risk isn’t just a problem for big business. With attacks rising and many SMEs underprepared, experts say small firms must act now to strengthen resilience – or face serious financial and operational fallout.
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AnalysisExtreme heat, AI failures and emerging perils: Lessons from Swiss Re’s SONAR 2025
Swiss Re’s latest SONAR report puts extreme heat at the top of the global risk agenda, but that’s just one of many structural and emerging threats facing businesses. From AI failure and institutional distrust to ultra-processed foods and toxic fungi, this year’s report challenges risk professionals to rethink resilience.
