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Load shedding: How your generator can affect your insurance
Load shedding is going to remain a reality for at least the next 18 months as Eskom conducts maintenance on its ageing power plants – but don’t go rushing off to buy your own alternative power supply without first checking how it’ll affect your home insurance
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New automotive industry code gets cautious thumbs-up from insurance industry?
The Competition Commission’s newly gazetted code of conduct for the South African automotive industry is set to usher in ground-breaking changes for car owners and the automotive aftermarket industry – and it’s going to have an impact on the insurance industry as well, says short-term insurer King Price.
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What if you used your data to enable a dazzling customer experience?
South African insurers are increasingly using so-called 4IR technology, like data analytics, to better assess risk, optimise leads and even process claims. But the real opportunity of Big Data today lies in using research and insights to smooth customer pain points and transform the customer experience, says short-term insurer King Price.
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King Price enables clients to boost #MakingADifference donations
Over the past seven years, insurer King Price has saved its clients more than R150 million with its car insurance premiums that decrease monthly as the cars lose value. Now, King Price is offering its clients the opportunity to donate their monthly decrease and boost its #MakingADifference initiatives.
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Culture is ‘the biggest competitive advantage’, says King Price
The biggest competitive advantage for South African companies in the next decade won’t be Big Data, AI, innovative marketing, slick apps or even superior service – it’ll be a dynamic company culture that creates engaged employees who take responsibility for their performance.
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King Price goes green and gold to ‘back the bucks’
It’s Rugby World Cup fever, and King Price Insurance has emphatically pinned its colours to the mast. To show its support for the ‘Bokke, the insurer has traded its trademark royal red branding for Green and Gold for the duration of the tournament – and is challenging other South African companies to do the same.
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A guide to short term insurance in South Africa
Short term insurance is a nerdy term for all types of insurance policies other than life insurance. It’s called ‘short term’ because your insurance needs for your possessions tends to change and you only take it for a set period of time, whereas life insurance is generally for the duration of your life.
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The ‘big 5’ obligations of short-term insurance
Short term insurance. Sounds easy. You pay your insurer to take over your risk, so that when disaster strikes, your losses are covered. Bingo.
But sometimes it’s not that simple.
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Ryk gesels met Gideon Galloway van King Price oor hoekom die maatskappy bonusse aan mense betaal wat bedank
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10 game-changing South Africa businesses that didn’t exist 10 years ago
Ten years ago, South Africa was emerging from its first recession in seventeen years, but the business mood was increasingly buoyant ahead of the World Cup and what would turn out to be a pretty decent 2010, with growth exceeding 3%.
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Here’s a resolution worth writing down: Review your insurance
‘This year, I’m definitely going to save more money.’ It’s one of the great New Year’s resolutions (along with going to gym more often, losing weight and quitting smoking). But along with cutting back on unnecessary expenses, making sure that your insurance fits your needs will go a long way towards making 2020 your most prosperous year yet.
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King Price’s women are breaking glass ceilings in the insurance industry
Our kingdom’s all about disrupting the status quo. So, challenging SA’s male-dominated insurance industry by appointing inspiring female leaders is totes up our alley!
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Women are a safer bet for insurers
Here’s what the stats say about women behind the wheel.
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My brilliant career: Placing a premium on innovation in insurance
Our king and CEO, Gideon Galloway, talks insurance, what he loves about his job and more in this interview with Sunday Times. Read on for an inspiration overload!
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King Price: 7 years of marketing mayhem
From our moving billboards to our tongue-in-cheek ads… Our kingdom’s been rocking the boat with low-cost, innovative marketing campaigns since day 1. And this is only just the beginning.
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The ‘big 5’ obligations of short-term insurance
Insurance is a 2-way street. While your insurer agrees to cover you against loss or damage you, in turn, need to honour this agreement by doing certain things… Like paying your premium on time.
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King Price takes the eina out of pesky scratches and dents
Gone are the days when ‘dings’, dents, chips and scratches spelled disaster for your car’s flawless paintjob. The king’s all-new scratch and dent cover smooths them right over!
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6 ways to save money on car insurance
Stop forking over more than you can afford for car insurance, and start saving with these top tips.
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King Price targets agri sector with innovative offering
Meet our udder-ly amazing agri cover! This tailor-made insurance comes with a ‘low claim benefit’, cover tailored to your business’ needs and benefits not offered by any other insurer in SA.
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King Price targets life insurance market with bid for Stangen
We first entered the world of short term insurance back in 2012. Now, 7 years later, our kingdom’s ready to take the long term insurance industry by storm too.
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King Price launches new offering to keep SA’s watercraft owners afloat
Making waves in the world of insurance, 1 affordable offering at a time… Here’s what you need to know about our brand spanking new watercraft cover..
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King Price delivers SA’s best customer experience, says new award
When it comes to delivering royal service, we go above and beyond to put a smile on our clients’ faces. Lately we’ve been doing this by using groundbreaking tech to speed up our claims process!
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King Price to bid up to R2 billion for Alexander Forbes’ short term insurance
Industry-leading tech, a unique company culture and a whopping R2 billion… These are just some of the things the king has to offer in the bid for insurance giant Alexander Forbes’ short term business.
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6 tips to stay safe on the roads this Easter
Hitting the road for the Easter holidays? Read up on these 4 life-saving tips before you do.
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Living the millennial dream
Seen as a cultural beacon in the corporate world, millennials are flocking to the kingdom that offers employees free popcorn, slushies and a purpose that’ll live on for decades to come.
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New King Price xtreme superbike team off to a flying start
The king’s got a new racing team! And, with a 5-time superbike champ and an up-and-coming protégé backing the king on the track, it’s safe to say the season’s going to be #xtreme
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Minor spend equals major impact for the king of insurance
Less is more. Point in case? The king’s hilarious and memorable ads backed by a no-frills budget.
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The AI revolution is here, and you’re going to love it
More and more insurance companies are incorporating chatbots, black boxes and other tech into their day-to-day business. And it’s the ultimate game-changer.
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South Africa a high target for cyber attacks
Cyber crime’s at an all-time high, with an alarming number of incidents affecting businesses in SA. The best line of defence? A cyber security strategy and top-notch cyber cover.
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Insurance traps to steer clear of
Insurance can be tricky. Especially if you’ve never had cover before. And even if you have, it’s enough to trip anyone up. Here are some of the classic insurance pitfalls to avoid.
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King Price named SA’s most innovative insurer
Innovation’s been at the heart of our business ever since we launched our industry-first decreasing premiums. Now, thanks to The Global Brand Magazine, it’s award-official!
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King Price unleashes fire and fury on home contents insurance market
Back in 2016, devastating fires laid waste to large parts of Knysna. Now, 2 years later, the king’s clapping back with the perfect product: Fire and fury home contents cover.
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