As a brand that prides itself on being a challenger within the insurance industry, innovation is in our DNA. This includes our continued focus on how we leverage data and analytics to empower our clients to access key insights, enabling them to make more informed decisions about their risk exposures. Therefore, we are thrilled to have been recognised as a…
We are proud to announce that Risksmart, Honan’s subsidiary claims management business, has been granted an Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), effective 1st December, 2021. Applied for in response to the regulatory changes following the Haynes Royal Commission, receiving the successful authorisation from the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) marks a major milestone for Risksmart. Securing an AFSL reflects…
Congratulations to Risksmart’s Poppy Foxton who has been named the 2021 winner of ANZIIF’s Making a Difference in Claims Award. On receipt of this award, Poppy shared “I am really proud to work with an exceptional team of people that all contributed to building the claims portal (which we now call “Indigo”) and delivering a product specifically designed to provide…
It’s time for a clean start on your insurance strategy As CFOs, bosses and facility managers try to evaluate or renew their all-important insurance policies, two key factors often work against them – a lack of insurance expertise and a shortage of time. There is no doubt that conducting reviews of insurance strategies, or managing client and public liability claims,…
A landlord takes out an insurance policy on their rental home assuming they will be covered in the event a tenant causes damage to their property. In most instances this is the case; if a tenant physically punches a hole in the property wall, it is considered an intentional act to cause damage. But what happens when the common requirements…
NSW GOVERNMENT’S CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY PAUSE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW In response to the COVID-19 outbreak in NSW, the Government has announced restrictions to construction activities. To assist insureds who have outstanding claims and those whose properties are undergoing works, we have summarised the latest restrictions and what they mean for current construction activities and insurance claims. WHAT HAS…
Approximately 42% of personal injury cases that require medical attention in Australia are due to falls of some sort. These can be caused by slippery flooring or the presence of contaminants on the floors of premises, particularly those with heavy foot traffic (such as shopping centres, retail shops, supermarkets, or workplaces). The property occupier’s failure to comply with safety standards can result in personal injury claims from individuals who slip and sustain injuries on the premises. There are simple measures occupiers can take to reduce risk…
Many businesses invest considerable time and effort to ensure the safety of their customers. In the event that an accident does occur, what you do immediately afterwards is critical to achieving a positive and timely outcome for everyone involved. In this three-part series, Risksmart will highlight three key steps businesses can take to be ready to respond effectively to an incident. In…
Many businesses invest considerable time and effort to ensure the safety of their customers. But in the event that an accident does occur, what you do immediately afterwards is critical to achieving a positive and timely outcome for everyone involved. In this three-part series, Risksmart will highlight three key steps businesses can take to be ready to respond effectively to…
At Risksmart, maintaining genuine connections with our people, clients and partners is at the core of what we do. In this Q&A, we share a little about what inspires us, how we support each other through challenges and wins, and what sets us apart as a team. The crux of WHY Risksmart exists? We take the stress and resource drain…
