A Pandemic FDIC structure can provide the coordinated approach necessary to address the widespread impacts caused by novel diseases like COVID-19.

New safety considerations will result in more Millennials and fewer Boomers traveling for business.

While avoiding the risk of community spread by having classes exclusively online is not feasible for many colleges, the risk of spreading the virus can be reduced by banning all mass gatherings, including college football practices, on campus.

At the heart of every plan should be strategies to maintain the effective delivery of critical products and services. These must include giving people charged with responsibility for crisis management clearly defined actions that could be taken to maintain the business.

Think about what it means if an organization converts to a microservice architecture monitored by a cybersecurity rater. A person knocking on the cyber wall door will trigger risk management responses.

Preparation and action that takes place now can help businesses become more efficient, effective and resilient to natural catastrophes and similar crises in the future.

Fatigue is so much more than needing another cup of coffee, it could be a matter of life and death. Although the technology is young, companies are already adopting fatigue identification software.

Since the 1970’s, there has been a misconception that squat lifting is safer than stoop lifting, but research shows fallacies in that theory.

Just because a company is new and growing doesn’t mean that underwriters and actuaries are shut out from accessing actionable data.

With great challenge comes great opportunity. It’s time to start incorporating what we’ve learned to create a culture of workers’ comp best practices.

Construction has successfully been able to reduce the number and impact of fire incidents. Now’s the time to focus on flood risk and do the same.

Working remotely is not an option for many businesses, so employers need to carefully devise a plan and protocols to contend with the serious risks associated with coronavirus.

Brokers are in a unique position to help businesses struggling in the aftermath of COVID-19 shutdowns and mandatory work-from-home orders.

For schools of every level or subject across the entire globe, the academic fall semester will have hiccups. Starting the school year with good risk management will minimize the need for damage control in the long run.

Insurers must ask themselves if their underwriting criteria have a disproportionate negative impact on people of color.

The D&O market has been hardening since the spring of 2019. As we’ve entered into 2020, that trend has not slowed as new factors are coming into play.

Some SMEs appreciate the need for and long-term benefits of having comprehensive insurance coverage, while others are happy enough if their insurance appears to meet the needs of the contract in front of them.

Musculoskeletal disorders can lead to opioid abuse, but workplace ergonomics can make a difference. Let’s not forget the urgency of the opioid epidemic in the wake of COVID-19.

The D&O market has been hardening since the spring of 2019. As we’ve entered into 2020, that trend has not slowed as new factors come into play.

Employers should consider updating their leave policies to assist remote workers doubling up on caregiving responsibilities.