Sector Risks
Manufacturing
Aviva’s plea as businesses fail to prioritise safety around lithium-ion batteries
’Lithium-ion batteries are critical to many modern technologies, but they carry inherent risks if not handled properly,’ says director
Spotlight on: using AI to manage supply chain risks
Generative AI promises to transform supply chains – enhancing efficiency and data quality, reducing labour costs, and much more. But over-reliance on this new tech could expose the entire chain to new weaknesses in accuracy, security and fairness.
Case study: how packing provider DS Smith is tackling cyber risk head on
Packaging provider DS Smith recognises that cyber is a dynamic risk that demands ongoing evaluation – and traditional insurance modelling wasn’t delivering the goods. A new partnership offers innovative, proactive solutions that mean the difference between merely transferring risk and actually preventing loss. Sara Benwell reports.
Case study: How FORVIA Faurecia is using AI to reduce insurance premiums
Calculating insured values traditionally demands a huge number of specialist man-hours. Michel Josset outlines how automotive technology leader FORVIA Faurecia is now using the powers of AI to crunch a lot more data, getting them where they need to be in half the time.
Case study: How South Caernarfon Creameries is using sensors to tackle flood risk
South Caernarfon Creameries is an important employer in its region of Wales, however the business faced significant flood risk as a result of the river Afon Erch. Here’s how the sensors were used to mitigate the threats
Spotlight on: risk management strategies to tackle Lithium-ion battery fire threats
The growing risks from the increased use of lithium-ion batteries across the world has left employers, manufacturers, transport hubs and regulators urgently seeking solutions.
Interview: how to become a modern risk manager
Risk managers of the future must be experts across multiple disciplines. Sanjeev Marwaha, a senior risk director in the sustainable technology industry, shares his top strategies for adapting to the new world of risk
Quick guide: How to manage Lithium-ion battery risks
Lithium-Ion batteries pose a significant fire risk for businesses. Adrian Simmonds, practice leader - property risk solutions at QBE Insurance, shares a ten-point checklist to ensure your business is protected
Lost in transit: how to minimise project cargo risks
Global crises are pushing already beleaguered shipping companies to choose between diversions that cause significant delays, or to embark on journeys that could prove disasterous. How can organisations protect their precious Project Cargo?
How global programmes can integrate with ERM philosophies leading to better risk management
Expert view: Against the backdrop of global supply chain disruption, geopolitical tension and escalating cyber threats, CROs must embrace centralised decision-making and enterprise risk management strategies. Global programmes can help, says AXA XL’s Ms Shiwei Jin
How risk managers can tackle growing sanctions risks
The complexity and magnitude of international sanctions now demands vigilance on a new scale. Smaller businesses may not have the ready resources to tackle the issue, but the laws won’t make exceptions. So what practical steps can you take to stay safe?
Captivating propositions
Why more companies are turning to captives to reduce the cost of risk and to fill gaps in their coverage
The countdown to DORA: how businesses can prepare
The go-live date for the European Union’s wide-ranging DORA is rapidly approaching. But is the financial sector ready for it? Are company silos that need breaking down really being dismantled? This month’s webinar dived straight into this complex area,
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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.
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