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Jul 31, 2020

5G and connected cars

5G will fundamentally change the world we live in. Boasting record speeds, increased capacity and improved network efficiency, 5G is the new generation of wireless technology.
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Jul 30, 2020

Mid year review

Neil Clutterbuck, Chief Underwriting Officer, provides his views on key events which have shaped the industry in the first six months of 2020.
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Jul 21, 2020

Big data: the only way is ethics

Data is everywhere and growing at an exponential rate. According to cloud software firm DOMO, there is forty times the amount of bytes of data than stars in the observable universe. But how can companies effectively exploit the data? 
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Jul 01, 2020

Insurance fraud in the pandemic

James Burge, Fraud Manager, looks at insurance fraud during the COVID-19 pandemic. There are some positives, with lockdown resulting in fewer accidents on our roads and burglaries in our homes, but tough economic times invariably mean an uptick in insurance fraud. 
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Jun 22, 2020

COVID-19 - economic & legal implications for SMEs

COVID-19 has changed daily life in ways that would have been hard to imagine before. Taking a typical SME business’ continuity plan before the pandemic, it’s somewhat unlikely that it would have accounted for such a situation. 
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Jan 16, 2020

Allianz Risk Barometer 2020

Every year the Allianz Risk Barometer 2020 identifies the most important risks for our customers for the next 12 months and beyond. 
 
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Dec 19, 2019

Cyber - safeguarding your business against cyber threat

Digitalisation is revolutionising the way businesses operate, bringing benefits such as cost savings, enhanced customer service and improved access to a global marketplace.
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Jun 27, 2019

Andy Miller discusses risk management

Allianz UK's Loss Control Engineering Technical Manager, answers questions about current and emerging trends that pose threats to business continuity.
 
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Jun 25, 2019

The changing profile of the SME

SMEs have evolved in line with advances in technology, changes in the political landscape and innovative working practices.
 
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Jun 10, 2019

Donna Smith discusses business interruption

Former Small Business Team Underwriting Manager tells us about the issue of business interruption and underinsurance in the SME sector, the impact it has and what can be done about it.
 
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Jun 03, 2019

Theft - A proactive approach is the best preventative strategy

What's driving current trends, and how can companies and individuals protect themselves?
 
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Feb 19, 2019

The most important risks for UK businesses in 2019

A look at the issues ranked most important by UK respondents for the annual Risk Barometer by AGCS.
 
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Jan 16, 2019

Safety first: The importance of engineering inspection and maintenance

When equipment fails, the consequences can be severe.
 
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Dec 03, 2018

Plant hirers: Be alert on new trends in fraud

A supplement to 'Construction plant theft is on the rise', providing further insights and more defensive steps that can be taken.
 
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Jul 31, 2020

5G and connected cars

5G will fundamentally change the world we live in. Boasting record speeds, increased capacity and improved network efficiency, 5G is the new generation of wireless technology. But how does 5G impact connected cars? 
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May 28, 2019

Driving when tired

Statistics show that driver fatigue is a likely cause for one in five road traffic accidents. Causing injury or death by dangerous driving can result in a fine, a driving ban, or even a prison sentence.
 
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Feb 28, 2019

Keyless cars: Vulnerable to theft

A recent report by Which? revealed that four of the five best-selling car models in the UK are susceptible to ‘keyless theft’.
 
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Feb 18, 2020

Lenders' finance arrangements

This article explains what is being requested by lenders and looks at the implications from both the insurers’ and policyholders’ point of view.
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Jan 08, 2020

Why times are tough for the construction PI market

The Professional Indemnity construction market is undergoing a challenging time due to a number of factors. 
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Apr 02, 2019

Directors & Officers - A broadening risk landscape

New and emerging risks are adding pressure to business decision makers.
 
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Mar 08, 2019

A BIBA Brokers' Guide to employers' liability insurance

A look at the current trends, including fraud, case law, complementary cover and the increasing importance of record-keeping.
 
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Feb 12, 2020

Sustainable insurance solutions

Sustainability is high on most corporate agendas, with companies under pressure to identify methods to reduce their environmental footprint.
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Dec 18, 2019

Graham Stait discusses sustainable claims

Graham Stait, Head of Claims Suppliers & Experts at Allianz Insurance, talks about sustainable claims and why it's important for customers and the insurance industry to make claims sustainable. 
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May 15, 2019

A BIBA Brokers' Guide to claims inflation trends

The world of insurance claims is constantly evolving.
 
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May 15, 2019

Drones and insurance claims investigations

Nick Lock, Head of Property Claims, discusses the advantages of using this technology.
 
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A BIBA brokers' guide to digital technology

Innovation and technology have certainly helped us get through lockdown but the application of both is much wider. This guide considers the ethical, legal and regulatory aspects of using data, and the added complication of 'Big Data'.
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Sep 30, 2019

Stephanie Mylchreest discusses social media

Stephanie Mylchreest, Marketing Consultant at Allianz Insurance, answers questions about social media and why it is a key area to look at when exploring marketing strategies.
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Jul 24, 2019

James Tucker discusses data science

Allianz UK's Head of IT Strategy & Architecture answers some FAQs about how artificial intelligence can benefit the insurance industry and its customers.
 
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May 15, 2019

Adam Rates discusses artificial intelligence

Allianz UK's Head of IT Strategy & Architecture answers some FAQs about how artificial intelligence can benefit the insurance industry and its customers.
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Jul 03, 2020

Sustainability - Q&A

Our Allianz expert Carolyn Rich, Head of Brand Marketing and Social Responsibility discusses why sustainability has become a key focus over the last few years and why businesses need to adapt to remain competitive in a changing world. 
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Feb 12, 2020

Sustainable insurance solutions

Sustainability is high on most corporate agendas, with companies under pressure to identify methods to reduce their environmental footprint.
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A BIBA brokers' guide to sustainability

The importance of sustainability is increasingly prevalent across all aspects of our lives and our corporate lives are no exception.
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Dec 18, 2019

Graham Stait discusses sustainable claims

Graham Stait, Head of Claims Suppliers & Experts at Allianz Insurance, talks about sustainable claims and why it's important for customers and the insurance industry to make claims sustainable. 
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Jul 14, 2020

Balancing innovation and regulation in the insurance industry

Listen back to our industry experts, James Burge, Fraud Manager, Allianz Insurance and John Davies, Insurance Fraud Bureau, who discussed emerging trends and the steps we’re taking to fight fraud  and what you can do to help protect your customers.
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May 29, 2020

Webinar: Fighting Fraud - before, during and after COVID-19

Listen back to our industry experts, James Burge, Fraud Manager, Allianz Insurance and John Davies, Insurance Fraud Bureau, who discussed emerging trends and the steps we’re taking to fight fraud  and what you can do to help protect your customers.
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May 29, 2020

Smart security - Q&A

Our Allianz expert James Tucker, Transformational Propositions Manager discusses what smart security is, as well as the benefits and considerations businesses need to factor in before making the security switch. 
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Nov 25, 2019

Cyber crime - staying a step ahead

“It could be you”. A phrase once used optimistically for a national lottery campaign becomes rather more sobering when applied to the world of cyber-crime.  
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May 07, 2019

Jenny Steyn discusses robotics

Jenny Steyn, Head of Business Systems Services at Allianz, tells us about how she became involved in robotic process automation and the role it can play in the future.
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