Understanding risk in retail

While many South African retailers may be basking in the afterglow of season sales, it’s still a depressed economy out there, with a growing number of independent stores turning off the lights, particularly as banks balk at financing retail initiatives. A report...

Compliance is the cornerstone to business success

Compliance is something that affects all businesses in all industries. Regardless of whether you are a large enterprise, or a small start-up, failing to adhere to every letter of the law, could see you face costly litigation, penalties, fines or worse, someone could...

Guard against under-insurance

Having a solid understanding of the implications of underinsurance is crucial at a time when many South Africans are financially strained and looking for ways to save on household costs. While there is always the temptation to cut insurance costs in a bid to save...

Risk trends to watch in 2020

The range of risks facing company executives or directors and officers (D&Os) – as well as the resultant insurance claims scenarios – has increased significantly in recent years. With corporate management under the spotlight like never before, a new...

Car recall scam: don’t lose your wheels

Your car manufacturer or dealership calls. Says there’s been a safety recall, and they’re sending a flatbed truck to pick up your car. They know your registration number and personal info, and it all seems legit and above board. So, you hand over your keys...

Time to add a cyber incident response plan

This time of the year is a boom time for cybercriminals. Consumers are shopping and transacting more. Shopping websites experience higher traffic volumes and process more payments than usual. Companies’ security teams can often be understaffed or unprepared for...