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Beyond the Spreadsheet: Why GIS is the Future of Insurance Portfolio Management
The insurance industry is evolving from traditional spreadsheet methods to Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) for more accurate risk assessment. By utilizing precise location data, insurers can enhance underwriting, visualize accumulation risks, and optimize reinsurance strategies. This shift towards data context is essential for sustainable portfolio management in a changing climate.
Social Vulnerability Mapping: Risk Is Not Only “Where?”, It’s “Who?”
Mapping earthquake hazard in a city is relatively familiar work: soil conditions, fault lines, ground motion, and building stock. But there is a question that these layers do not answer on their own: Why does the same hazard turn into a far more severe social impact in some neighbourhoods, while other areas recover faster?…
Harnessing Data for Disaster Risk Reduction
Data is our ally in disaster risk reduction. It’s the key that helps us prepare, that aids in our response and rebuilding efforts after crises. Just think about the communities facing the unexpected—an earthquake, a flood, or a thunderstorm. Most of the damage—both to people and property—can be reduced, and lives safeguarded, by understanding…