Gallagher Bassett identifies key challenges for Australian insurers in 2024

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Gallagher Bassett identifies key challenges for Australian insurers in 2024

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By Roxanne Libatique

Gallagher Bassett has published the findings of its annual survey, targeting the primary challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for Australian insurers in 2024.

Titled “The Carrier Perspective: 2024 Claims Insights,” this comprehensive report distils insights from more than 150 industry responses, focusing on strategic priorities such as staff retention, addressing complex supply chain issues, and ensuring compliance within an ever-changing regulatory framework.

Key challenges facing Australian insurers in 2024

Highlights from the survey reveal:

  • An overwhelming 84% of respondents from around the globe stressed the necessity of competitive salaries for retaining talent.
  • A majority, 83%, of Australian insurers anticipate significant obstacles related to compliance and regulatory matters.
  • 88% of the sector in Australia relies on advanced climate data and analytics to streamline their risk assessment and underwriting procedures.
  • Globally, two-thirds of insurers are now utilising generative AI chatbots for customer service, indicating a shift towards more AI-driven solutions.

Gallagher Bassett calls for insurers to remain adaptive to tech advancements

John White, head of sales and client services for general insurance at Gallagher Bassett Australia, highlighted the critical need for insurers to stay agile and adaptive in the face of technological advancements, regulatory shifts, social inflation, and changing climate conditions.

“The year ahead holds huge potential for insurers as they navigate through technology advancements, the evolving regulatory landscape, social inflation, and climate patterns. To maximise this potential, insurers must be prepared and ready to be agile and adaptive,” he said. “This year is already shaping up to be another fast-paced year for the insurance sector. It is going to be exciting to see how insurers proactively embrace external expertise, data-driven insights, and other key tools to drive improved customer experiences and maintain competitiveness.”

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