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As COVID-19 vaccination rates rise across Australia, many staff with the option to work from home are returning to their workplaces part-time while logging the rest of their hours remotely. This is a more challenging prospect for businesses than it sounds, not to mention the possible implications for your insurances.

Every 10 minutes on average, another Australian small business reports a cyber crime, according to the Australian Cyber Security Centre. So how can your business minimise its risks from cyber crimes, and if attacked, reduce the negative impacts?

The gross written premium for general insurance jumped 8.7% in the 2020-21 financial year. This includes commercial policies. With such a hardening market for premiums, how can you minimise the anticipated premium rise this financial year?

Whether your business is back in full gear after the festive season or not, now’s the time to review your insurance to ensure it’s up to date. Delaying a review means your company risks being underinsured, which could have dire financial consequences.

Australia has had more than its usual share of natural disasters in 2021. But what you think of as a disaster might not be the same in the insurance sector

It’s now two years since the COVID-19 virus appeared and we’ve now got some solid trend data about its impact on accidents and insurance claims.

Leaving your commercial property unattended during the upcoming summer holidays poses many risks. But these can be managed with some forethought.

The handy checklist will take the stress out of preparing your business for the upcoming Christmas closure, so you can return refreshed and ready for a more successful year.

It might not be until 2023 before the global microchip shortage is over, according to predictions reported recently.

So, what are these chips, why do they matter, and how could they affect your business?

With commercial property landlords enjoying returns of up to 12%, it makes sense there would be more risks and work involved. We're talking about commercial properties such as office suites, shops, factories, warehouses, restaurants or hospitality venues, even car parks, etc.

Your business is undoubtedly familiar with the nuts and bolts of your disaster recovery plan due to the current pandemic. How can you use your insights to better plan for the implications of possible management liabilities in the current climate?

Comparison insurance websites are useful. But how satisfied are you with their advice and service?

Almost six in 10 small business owners expect to be overworked and miss out on sleep because of the extra demands leading up to and during Christmas. Here’s how to make sure the grinch doesn’t steal your quality slumber.

Due to the nature of indemnities, business owners and managers should always seek advice before entering into a contract that includes an indemnity clause.

Visitor or workplace accidents, natural disasters, reputation incidents, and major health events are the most significant risks to your tourism business. So, how can your business keep on the front foot in the face of all of these big risks?