IN THE PUBLIC EYE
The "In The Public Eye" newsletter is dedicated to exploring risk management topics and challenges faced by today's Public Sector leaders.
The September issue of In The Public Eye has arrived! If you have any questions about the articles in this issue or have any other insurance-related questions, please contact us.
FEATURED PODCAST
Leading with Data: How Alliant's Alex Littlejohn is Transforming Insurance Solutions
In Episode 3 of the Archipelago Building Potential series, the Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Alliant P&C, Alex Littlejohn, joins Archipelago's Founder & Chairman, Hemant Shah, to discuss:
- How Aliant P&C is reshaping risk management with advanced analytics and specialized expertise to yield customer-focused solutions
- What the future of insurance holds through analytics and AI – highlighting a shift towards digital savviness in the industry
- How to navigate the shifting landscapes of the insurance industry to meet client needs effectively
IN THE BROKER'S CORNER
Getting Professional with Construction Risks
Alliant
For large scale construction projects spearheaded by public agencies, the primary focus point is often on the construction itself. When challenges occur, they are often attributed to the prominent fixtures seen on the project, such as tower cranes, heavy equipment, open excavations, traffic obstructions and high voltage exposures.
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WORKERS' COMPENSATION
5 Factors Influencing an Excess Workers’ Compensation SIR Decision
Carrier Chronicles
For organizations that qualify, self-insuring can be extremely beneficial because it typically offers the lowest overall cost for handling workers’ compensation exposures. For an insured, one of the most intensive considerations in choosing self-insurance is policy retention. We review several components that weigh into that process.
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COMMERCIAL P&C
US P/C Insurance Industry Posts First H1 Underwriting Profit Since 2021
Insurance Journal
The U.S. property/casualty insurance industry recorded a net underwriting gain of $3.7 billion and net income of $94.6 billion for the first-half of 2024, according to a new report.
PUBLIC ENTITY
Report: EPA Needs Strategy for Water Sector Cybersecurity
Government Technology
A new report from the Government Accountability Office released this week calls for a more thorough approach to improving cybersecurity for water and waste water systems nationwide.
CYBER
Key Takeaways from Pixel Class Action Lawsuits Webinar
Alliant
Litigation around the use of pixel tracking technology has increased significantly in the last year, with hundreds of cases filed against organizations across industries. According to Law.com, "A preliminary search for litigation predicated on the use of tracking pixels shows a 163% year-over-year increase between 2022 and 2023 and an 850% increase between 2023 and 2020–21 combined.
ON A PERSONAL NOTE
September is Life Insurance Awareness Month
LIMRA
Every September, the industry — led by Life Happens — comes together to sponsor Life Insurance Awareness Month (LIAM). This campaign is designed to educate consumers about the importance of life insurance and its role in protecting families’ financial security.
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EVENTS
Conferences, Speaking Engagements and Webinars
Alliant Public Entity attends and produces various events throughout the year. These events provide our team a chance to meet and network with members of the community, learn and present ideas.
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