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Coronavirus' impact on business & travel insurance
Saturday, March 7th, 2020
With the number of confirmed cases of those infected with the coronavirus (COVID-19) growing every day, it has become somewhat of a nightmare for many countries and their economies. The COVID-19 virus has already had a significant negative impact on the global economy, including the Australian economy. Recent import/export restrictions and sweeping travel bans have […]
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The Importance of a Tailored Product Recall Policy for the Food & Beverage Industry
Wednesday, January 22nd, 2020
A product recall as a result of contamination, design faults, mislabelling or malicious tampering is one of the most risk-laden situations a company can face, yet it seems many Australian businesses don’t fully understand the potential impact a recall could have on their balance sheet or their stakeholders. Contaminated food and beverage (F&B) products are […]
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Protect Yourself. Don't Abbreviate 2020.
Wednesday, January 22nd, 2020
As we roll into a new year and a new decade, the 'twenty-twenties' has provided scammers with a unique opportunity to forge documents and potentially defraud you. Even though it’s common practice to shorten the year when writing down a date, doing the same abbreviation in 2020 could leave you open to all sorts of […]
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Getting bushfire-ready
Wednesday, December 18th, 2019
Australia is seeing bushfires in more areas than ever before, and with the remaining summer outlook for most of the country expected to see below average rainfall, drier-than-average conditions and an increased risk of early heatwaves and fires, it's crucial that you and your home (or business) are bushfire-ready. Getting to know your weather and […]
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Leading causes of water damage in the home
Sunday, December 1st, 2019
Key Takeouts Check: quick check of appliances with flexi-hoses, taking particular notice of corrosion and deterioration. Clean: A yearly clean out of gutters, especially for high fire-prone areas or homes that are in leafy streets or surrounded by deciduous trees. Flush (Don't Flush): A fortnightly pouring of boiling water down regularly used sinks and drains. […]
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Credential Stuffing - The Hacker Tactic Posing a Serious Threat to Australian SMEs
Tuesday, October 1st, 2019
Cybercrime and hacker ingenuity continue to grow at an alarming rate, which is why effective cyber security is so challenging these days. New vulnerabilities and exploits are constantly being found, with each attack more sophisticated than the last. However, one rather rudimentary yet effective hacker tactic that has seen a recent surge in Australia is […]
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A Guide to Film Production Insurance
Tuesday, March 12th, 2019
Film production insurance is crucial in filmmaking. A good film insurance policy protects the producers, filmmakers, film crew, production gear and all the filming locations from liability claims. Below is your guide to everything you need to know about Film Production Insurance and how a broker can help you. What is Film Production Insurance? Film […]
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Preparing your business for natural disasters
Wednesday, January 16th, 2019
One of the best ways for your business to cope with a natural disaster is to have a plan before the disaster strikes. Being prepared will become your most valuable asset where clear thinking becomes difficult during emergency situations. We have created the following guide to help you and your business prepare for a natural […]
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Cyber Security for Small Business
Monday, January 7th, 2019
To keep your company and client data protected it is crucial that you remain constantly up-to-date on what the threat landscape currently looks like These days, keeping your data private and devices safe from harm can seem like a daunting task. Knowing where you’re vulnerable can be difficult, especially if you’re not familiar with the […]