First In Glass
PG Glass was honoured to be recognised as the “Best Fitment Centre” and “Best Smash and Grab Tinting Stores” by The Star readers year after year.
Prompt Advice
In Linktank’s most recent annual Advice Technology Survey, South African advisory businesses shared their feelings on the potential impacts of AI on the industry. In this article, Jen McKay, Director at Linktank, shares some of the key findings.
Ahead of the Curveball
From changing weather to the rapidly rising threat of misinformation, the global insurance industry faces a number of risks – and South Africa is not immune. However, there are proactive steps that can be taken to mitigate them. Tarina Vlok, Managing Director of Elite Risk Acceptances, explores what those steps could be.
Health through the decades: Maximise each milestone
Ever heard the saying that age is just a number? Many 80-year-olds still possess the physical and mental stamina of a 30-year-old because they recognised the value of their personal well-being early on. As our biological clock ticks on, our bodies and minds change. Luckily, there are various practical steps we can and should take to make the most of every age milestone.
Harnessing Business Intelligence to Transform Your Practice
At Linktank, our comprehensive research and hands-on experience have unveiled a striking reality: most financial advisory practices in South Africa grapple with fragmented technology models.
Great Power, Great Responsibility
We have more data points available than ever before, and in the evolving landscape of insurance, the ethical use of data isn’t just a moral imperative; it’s a strategic necessity, says Marike Van Niekerk, Manager – Legal, Marketing, Communications and Compliance Officer, MUA Insurance Acceptances.
Old Keys Won’t Open New Doors
It’s a natural human reaction to view new technology like AI as a threat. However, says Wimpie van Der Merwe, CEO of Global Choices, by harnessing its potential, we can enhance the customer experience and provide value to clients in ways that were never possible before.
Family Ties
Being a tied financial adviser has its perks. Here, we unpack some of the benefits that come with being part of something bigger.
California Nightmare
Is KwaZulu-Natal becoming our California? The US experience, where derisking has meant that insurers have cut back on providing cover to certain suburban areas, regions, or states, provides us with a useful case study.
The Early Bird Catches The Worm: Reimagining Tax Year Planning
The end of the tax year often comes with a scramble to max out tax benefits, however by being proactive and acting early, this can be prevented.
