People risks: the evolving nature of business travel

Global mobility has increased with many more businesses sending employees on international assignments. Against a backdrop of business expansion into new and existing territories and an evolving geopolitical and risk landscape, the perils of business travel have extended beyond medical assistance to exposures ranging from terrorism, nat cats to pandemics. Supported by AIG, we uncover the biggest business travel risks and offer tips on how to manage and mitigate them

Terrorism

The rise of cyber terror

Terrorist groups targeting business and even governments with ransomware and data theft could wreak misery and mayhem. But there are ways to armour up

Acting alone

An in-depth examination into the statistics of terror events uncover a clear and disturbing shift in terror tactics towards lone assailant attacks. Our best defence? Preparation, education, and thinking ahead

The evolving nature of terror risks

Today’s terrorist groups are targeting public spaces, in a bid to engender mayhem and fear. We must be proactive in protecting and empowering our people and our businesses

Technology

In tech we must trust

No matter how sophisticated, security technology only keeps people safe if they use it. How do you ensure staff engage with the tech you develop?

Mobile apps: Risk managers’ new best friend?

Such new technology offers a 24/7 connection with employees abroad, streamlines the claims process, and can provide critical evidence in the event of an incident

Staying smart and connected

The newest technology, in the shape of mobile apps and GPS tracking, means security and protection is in the back pocket of employees travelling on business

Crisis management

Build a security culture

How do you foster threat awareness and guard against complacency among your travelling workforce? We get the lowdown from Tess Baker, director at crisis prevention and response consultancy NYA – AIG’s service partner in crisis management

Covering all bases

When trouble hits overseas, you need best-in-class incident response – and this requires a new, evolved type of insurance

Crisis combat

Effective crisis management is about protecting your people, your assets and your reputation

Expert views

Beyond a one-stop shop

The pitfalls to buying business travel insurance for employees are plenty. But insurers have taken note and are offering blended but robust and bespoke coverage, says Ian Robinson, head of UK personal insurance, AIG

Pain points of planning for medical assistance

Medical risk planning is not just a nice to have, it’s critical for business continuity and supporting employees

On the road less travelled

The modern workforce is on the move. A comprehensive threat response product is needed to keep your people safe from a growing range of travel threats

Special edition: People risks – the evolving nature of business travel

Global mobility has increased with many more businesses sending employees on international assignments.

Against a backdrop of business expansion into new and existing territories and an evolving geopolitical and risk landscape, the perils of business travel have extended beyond medical assistance to exposures ranging from terrorism, nat cats to pandemics.

Supported by AIG, we uncover the biggest business travel risks and offer tips on how to manage and mitigate them