In the simplest terms, ‘cloud computing’ means storing and accessing data and programs over the Internet instead of on and from your computer’s hard drive. ‘The cloud’ is just a metaphor for the Internet. There is no real, puffy white cloud involved; it’s just a 3rd party service provider’s server, … [Read more...] about “The Cloud”. What is it? Where is it?
Underinsurance. Surveys reveal alarming statistics.
Probably due to the harsh reality of the current economic climate, it is estimated that 1 in 6 small businesses have no insurance of any kind. Of businesses that are insured, half of these are insured for only 60 to 85% of Replacement Value. And it gets worse with the revelation that between 17 to … [Read more...] about Underinsurance. Surveys reveal alarming statistics.
Higher Excess can mean Lower Premiums. Not always a good move.
Most insurers will allow you to increase your excess to reduce your premium. Why? Because when you increase your excess it shifts some risk from the insurer back to you. It represents a saving for insurers, as they no longer have to pay out numerous small claims.Often people see a higher excess as … [Read more...] about Higher Excess can mean Lower Premiums. Not always a good move.