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Case study: How Ukrainian furniture makers are staying resilient and relevant despite the challenges of war

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has had far-reaching consequences across all sectors, but the furniture industry has proven to be one of the most resilient. Here’s how the key players are adapting to become core suppliers across Europe

How risk managers can use international programs to mitigate geopolitical risks

In a world characterised by instability and global conflicts, risk managers need insurance partners to provide solutions that bring simplicity, not more complexity. Swiss Re Corporate Solutions’ Will Porter explains how international programs do just that.

Climate report 2024: Risk managers attitudes to climate threats revealed

When it comes to embedding climate threats into organisational risk management strategies, progress is being made. Slowly. But, as our 2024 climate change survey finds, the fight for resources continues.

50 years of risk: Tapio Huovinen, UPM - The Biofore Company and Daniele Zucchi, FERMA board member

As FERMA celebrates its 50th birthday, StrategicRISK Magazine spoke to its board members and risk leaders about how the risk landscape is changing and the priorities for the future. Here Professor Simon Grima, associate professor, head department of insurance, Faculty of Economics, Management and Accountancy, University of Malta shares his ...

Why risk complexity is forcing risk managers to adopt new strategies

Against the backdrop of concerns that more risks are becoming insurable, Aon’s Michelle Mason discusses how risk managers - and their insurance partners - must adapt

50 years of risk: Professor Simon Grima, head of the department of insurance, University of Malta

The global risk implications of the US election and Trump’s presidency

As Trump returns to the White House, risk managers worldwide face a potential upheaval in policies, markets, and global relations

Risk managers must beware sacrificing cyber coverage for premium

Working with an insurance partner that understands your business likely to deliver the best outcomes, says Nick Barker head of insurance broker Gallagher’s Specialty Cyber Practice, but too many companies are opting for price cuts over breadth of cover

Why the sustainable energy transition demands greater risk awareness

Risk managers need to start having conversations about the added risks and costs that come with the energy transition, says Charles Taylor’s Andy Rice

Case study: How L’Oréal Groupe is boosting resilience and unlocking growth potential

L’Oréal Groupe, a company known for its attention to sustainability and resilience, isn’t resting on its laurels when it comes to assessing climate-related risks and building an adaptation strategy to address them.

Case study: How G4S successfully switched international programmes provider in the quest for better service

For a company like G4S, a world-leading integrated security business operating in more than 90 countries, implementing a global programme that meets all your needs is no easy task. It’s a good thing changing provider to RSA proved to be a journey worth making.

Regulation watch: How to get ready for NIS2

One of Brussels’ beloved acronyms, 2016’s NIS was due an update. NIS2 aims to increase cybersecurity for operators of critical infrastructure in today’s digital landscape. Risk management processes will be central to its requirements, says FERMA’s Charles Low.

50 years of risk: Valentina Paduano, chief risk & compliance officer, Dedalus Group

As FERMA celebrates its 50th birthday, StrategicRISK Magazine spoke to its board members and risk leaders about how the risk landscape is changing and the priorities for the future. Here Charlotte Hedemark, FERMA president and risk management expert, field risk management at SAP shares her insights

FERMA 2024: Risk manager voices being heard but concerns grow over future risks.

FERMA’s latest global risk management survey highlights the greatest challenges facing the risk management profession

FERMA 2024: It’s time for a risk revolution

The world of risk is changing and risk management needs to change too, says FERMA president Charlotte Hedemark, opening the conference in Madrid.

FERMA 2024: Managing risk in a fragmented world

Threats such as climate change and pandemic preparedness requite international co-operation. But can leaders achieve this amid growing political instability

50 years of FERMA: Typhaine Beaupérin on how the association is changing

Spotlight on: greenwashing risks and how to avoid them

There is huge pressure for companies to present an environmentally friendly image but consumers, regulators and law courts are now quick to silence greenwashing. So, if you plan to shout about your green credentials, make sure you have the data to back up your claims.

Ransomware: It’s not always about stealing your data!

Organisations must adopt comprehensive cybersecurity strategies to mitigate ransomware threats, Brian Boyd, head of technical delivery at i-confidential, explains how

The role models: How FERMA’s CEO and President are paving the way for women in risk

Today’s risk role demands interpersonal skills, teamwork, and a breadth of experience to ensure decision-making is agile and creative. Sara Benwell spoke to FERMA’s Typhaine Beaupérin and Charlotte Hedemark about the need for diversity at all levels and how they are inspiring the next generation of women in risk.