The value of a broker is twofold:

1. Embed systems and processes to maximise defensibility of claims
The broker proves their worth when a major claim occurs, or even worse, when it’s contested. Of course, when you have a Howden policy you have broad, responsive policy wordings that have been skilfully designed to avoid tricky pitfalls.

2. Make sure claims are a learning tool to feed into future planning
It’s not always easy to see why claims are happening, but if you make a point of learning from them, you can roll out risk mitigating initiatives that make a big difference to your future claims experience. We cut through chaos to empower you with a clearer view.

Claims approach - step by step

1. Establish protocol and lines of communication
Frustrating delays are usually because of poor communication. We take charge early on, connecting all relevant stakeholders and setting up open, transparent lines of communication

2. Appoint loss adjustors
We handpick your loss adjustors ( that’s actual named individuals, not just companies). We insist on knowing who we’re working with. It’s much better to work with loss adjustors we know  – you’ve had enough nasty surprises, we’re here to help you avoid any more.

3. Develop step by step processes
Advising step-by-step on best practice procedures around all of your different polices and claims types – including a personalised set of 'Do’s and Don’ts' around claims.

4. Training your stakeholders
Having helped you develop your processes, we provide training on the new-improved way of doing things. We enable you to ensure to all of your relevant stakeholders are well versed in risk management initiatives.   

5. Claims portfolio review and analysis
Combing the portfolio to find problem areas, risk learning and making recommendations. We regularly review live, recent and annual claims against historical data, to find ways to improve and save.