HORIZON Risk Thought >> Fast Forward

Die Komplexität der heutigen Risikolandschaft verändert sich immer schneller, was das Risikomanagement noch schwieriger macht. Wir gehen diese Herausforderungen an, indem wir grundlegende systemische Transformationen und ihre Auswirkungen auf das zukünftige Risiko- und Versicherungsmanagement in verschiedenen Sektoren beleuchten.

Im Kontext des Risikomanagements dieser systemischen Transformationen haben wir „Risk Changer“ klassifiziert, die sich direkt auf Unternehmen auswirken. Wir verwenden dafür folgende Begriffe:

  • „Environment in Danger“ für ökologische,
  • „Beyond Globalisation“ für geopolitische,
  • „Digital Transition“ für technologische und
  • „Social Disruption“ für soziale Transformationen.
Unter dem Titel „Social Disruption“ konzentriert sich HORIZON dieses Mal auf den sozialen Wandel und beleuchtet alle damit verbundenen Herausforderungen für die Geschäftswelt. In dieser Ausgabe erkunden wir das Zeitalter des Menschen und seinen Einfluss auf unsere zukünftigen Arbeitsumgebungen. Wir untersuchen, wie unser Verhalten die Risikolandschaft prägt.

In the risk management context of these systemic transformations, we classified these “risk changers” that directly affect a company and use the terms:

  • “Environment in danger” for ecological,
  • “Beyond globalisation” for geopolitical,
  • “Digital transition” for technological and
  • “Social disruption” for social transformation.

We have created Horizon, firstly as a print publication and now as a platform for sharing the latest insights about ongoing transformations. Our risk specialists will continue to provide their expertise and knowledge to shine a light on the challenges of the future.

Wir haben HORIZON ins Leben gerufen, um die neuesten Erkenntnisse über aktuelle Veränderungen zu teilen.
Unsere Risikospezialist:innen stellen ihr Fachwissen und ihre Kenntnisse zur Verfügung, um die Herausforderungen der Zukunft zu beleuchten.

Entdecken Sie ihre neuesten Erkenntnisse, Gedanken und Standpunkte oder wählen Sie aus unseren systemischen Risikokategorien, um mehr zu erfahren. Die Inhalte basieren auf dem gebündelten Wissen unseres internationalen GrECo Netzwerks. Aus diesem Grund sind einzelne Beiträge in englischer Sprache verfasst; ergänzend stehen weitere Artikel in deutscher Sprache zur Verfügung.

We are excited to announce the release of the 5th Horizon Risk Thought » Fast Forward publication!
In this exclusive interview, we bring together two leading voices on digital transformation in Central and Eastern Europe: Ursula Deschka, CEO of ERGO Baltics and Georg Winter, CEO of GrECo Group.
Peter Papp, sat down with Peter Bešina, founder of Paralla and Cryptodiggers, to discuss the evolution of cryptocurrencies.
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Digital transformation is reshaping higher education, but what does that really look like for universities on the ground?
The new rules mean senior executives face increased scrutiny, greater personal liability, and must pay close attention to the role of D&O insurance in this new era of digital risk.
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From the options available today, hydrogen is a promising alternative to fossil fuels with some companies, such as Wien Energie, already convinced of its benefits realising projects to test it as an alternative energy source.
The transformation of the Donaustadt power plant is not only a trailblazer for other companies, but also a clear signal that sustainable energy generation is the future.
Addressing physical climate risks is not just a regulatory requirement; it is a strategic imperative for businesses.
Martin Gary discusses whether the insurance industry is currently supporting the sustainable development of aviation, future trends and technologies being harnessed to meet ESG targets, and current restrictions impeding aviation’s sustainable future.
We invited stakeholders along the value chain to shed light on their strategies, new success models, opportunities and risks in the fight against climate change as part of a mini-series on the topic of “sustainable construction”.
General Manager of GrECo Sagauta, Katerina Pavlidi, recently met with Dr Tomas Kontautas, partner at the law firm Sorainen to discuss the sustainable development of the Baltic insurance market and just how green its future will be.
With the ESG spotlight upon us all, company’s need to meticulously craft their future communications strategies, making sure they truly understand the sustainable profile of their products, services, or activities.
The success of the global grid overhaul effort is instrumental to the success of green energy transition and indeed to the improvement of living conditions for the global population in this century and beyond. 
Huge change is happening in all sectors of the marine insurance sector and cargo risks and associated insurances.
State-sponsored cyber-attacks usually exploit infrastructure weaknesses, gather information or skim off money to recover losses from sanctions.
Nowadays, risk management is more in demand than ever. By working in tandem with clients the insurance partner can help to shape the future.
Companies are exposed to various kinds of risks. At the same time, systemic transformation exacerbates existing risks and causes new risks to emerge.
Michael Kolb, Board Member at Acredia, talks about the political effects of the energy crisis and situation of the former Yugoslavian countries.
For Erne Fittings, the world’s leading supplier of butt-weld fittings, every safe connection is a strong pillar of success in risk and supply chain management
How can we increase flexibility and financial resilience in an ever-changing economical and geopolitical environment
The international insurance industry is no longer willing to agree on coverage for Russia and Belarus. The options for coverage in Ukraine are very limited.
Jürgen Spari spoke to Georg Knill about the challenges of the energy transition for the industrial sector and the impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on domestic companies.
In era when employee mental health is so important, can you afford not to take it seriously?
Katerina Pavlidi met with Jurgita Karvelė to discuss how effective reputational risk management is the key to preventing psychological violence in the workplace.
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In this new Anthropocene Age, the main risks are people’s actions and reactions. 
62% of the younger generation believe being vegetarian is a good way to help save the environment.
Nowadays, more and more companies are starting to realise the accepted traditional benefits offering is no longer relevant or appropriate, and the one-size-fits-all approach is a thing of the past.
We are in the fast-paced age of technology and Health & Benefits is having to transform and evolve at an alarming pace to keep up. 
Under the title “Environment in danger”, our upcoming HORIZON series concentrates on the ecological transformation and therefore looks at all its challenges from various angles.
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Helen Evert, Account Manager for Financial Lines at IIZI Estonia highlights how even advanced IT organisations remain vulnerable, urging a rethink of trust in today’s digital landscape.
By focusing on behaviour rather than just content, organisations can drive meaningful change and boost employee engagement in today’s rapidly evolving landscape.
At a time when digital intelligence is shaping the sustainability agenda, the intersection of logistics innovation and European vision has never been more critical.
Investments in BESS are not merely technical upgrades; they are strategic moves to enhance a country’s energy resilience in an increasingly interconnected and data-driven world.
As digital technologies reshape modern life in Central and Eastern Europe, balancing connectivity and mental well-being has become vital.
Digital humans – Digi Humans – are AI-powered personalities who can have conversations, express emotions, and convey information in a way that feels natural and human.
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By examining data centres, artificial intelligence, and cryptocurrencies, Ketzer highlights how digital progress brings ecological and social risks that are too often ignored.
Georg Winter, CEO of GrECo Group, and Siemens Austria’s CEO Patricia Neumann discussed how AI is transforming industry, work, and governance

Tauchen Sie tief in unsere HORIZON-Printausgabe ein, die sich auf verschiedene Transformationen konzentriert und alle damit verbundenen Herausforderungen aus unterschiedlichen Blickwinkeln betrachtet.