Systems thinking: Looking at risk management holistically

Looking at a full holistic picture as a first step may sound daunting and fruitless—but it is exactly what we need to do.

Product liability: On your shelves but not on your balance sheet?

Product liability is unpredictable, but product manufacturers can plan for the unexpected by managing loss reserves and unearned reserves.

Solar cell guarantees: When recycling gets expensive

How solar producers can better recognize potentially burdensome promises.

Workers’ comp predictive modeling: A success story

After rolling out predictive modeling for medical claims management, supermarket chain Ahold USA expects to see significant annual savings.

Chronic illness accelerated benefit riders

A review of regulations, benefit structures, funding methods, key features, and actuarial considerations related to this living benefit.

A look at 2011 year-end financial results for medical professional liability specialty writers

Direct written premium for a composite of medical professional liability (MPL) specialty writers declined, but this group of companies continues to achieve remarkable calendar-year profitability.

European Parliament report for the Omnibus II Directive

This report seeks to enshrine the provisions relating to products with long-term guarantees, and paves the way for trilogue discussions.

Quantification of the natural hedge characteristics of combination life or annuity products linked to long-term care insurance

Design and pricing considerations for combination products that link life insurance annuities with long-term care insurance.

China Confirms Motor Insurance Premium Reform

CIRC ushers in standard tariff, product design, and policy wording.

Indian Global Conference of Actuaries 2012: Survey Results

Attendees pinpoint the critical challenges the industry will face in coming years.