The California “Big One” has been predicted for years, but the earthquake coverage gap has widened while insurers aren’t always appropriately priced for the greater risk. If the Covid-19 pandemic has taught anything, it is that low-probability/high-impact events must be taken seriously and planned for. Maptycs provides the analysis and actionable insights to make proactive…
“After a recurring pattern of [climate risks], they are starting to get priced in and risk premiums – which are reset annually – are adjusting to reflect the increased risk.” – Niklaus Hilti, Credit Suisse. #risktech #insurtech #climaterisk #riskmanagement
World Economic Forum – “With risk, the writing is always on the wall. We know the storm will eventually come, yet in most cases – when the storm hits – leaders are questioned about why they didn’t take more efforts to plan for a response. […] As we pivot and adjust our operations in this…
While the commercial property insurance rates increased by a collective 19% this past quarter, an important caveat hidden in the data is the differences between different regions and markets. The Asia and Pacific region had less volatility, while the United States saw some of the steepest growth. For complex global organizations, these differences present unique…
Derecho storms in the American Midwest knocked out power for 1m+ customers this week. As the 2020 hurricane season and Covid-19 occupy most minds, it is imperative to stay prepared for a wide berth of catastrophic events as weather risks continue to rise this year. #risktech #insurtech #riskmanagement #climaterisk #climatechange
A new study by Nationwide Insurance presents a gap between the perceived value insurance agents provide vs. the value customers perceive the receive. This gap highlights the need for better communication between brokers and clients on their service levels, specific needs, and pricing. Our customers use Maptycs’ platform to both share and showcase risk data…
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) revised their 2020 hurricane season forecast to “extremely active” yesterday, as several U.S. states begin to recover from Hurricane Isaias. This change reinforces the importance of carefully monitoring weather events in real-time to adjust risk management strategies, as plans made one day can quickly become moot with new…
Advanced data analytics is only as useful or accurate as the data that goes in; for property and casualty insurers, this requires the insurtech you use to be geared specifically for the needs of P&C. Maptycs’ founders hold 40+ years of experience in risk management and insurance, giving its models the distinctive edge for risk…
Geospatial analytics and computer vision adds a more “comprehensive view of pre- and post-catastrophe events such as hurricanes, floods, or wildfires.” Especially in a time when Covid-19 will compound with severe weather impacts, accurate post-event analysis will determine future risk mitigation efforts. #risktech #insurtech #geospatialdata #GIS #insuranceindustry #climaterisk https://www.dig-in.com/opinion/computer-vision-and-geospatial-imagery-insurance-use-cases
Hurricane Isaias’s status and its impacts change hour by hour, reminding insurers and risk professionals that rapid response requires accurate tracking, quick and efficient communication, and developed risk strategies. Hurricane Isaias is likely the first of many this #hurricaneseason, so risk and insurance professionals must take greater steps and tech investments to properly mitigate against…
