--- title: The Inside Track – The Insurance Institute's Member Blog | Industry Insights description: Industry Insights | Welcome to The Inside Track – The Insurance Institute's dedicated online space for industry insights, careers advice, study tips and more. --- [![logo-from-updated-site](https://blog.iii.ie/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos/Insurance%20Institute/logo-from-updated-site.png?width=178&name=logo-from-updated-site.png)](http://www.iii.ie/) [**MEMBER LOGIN**](https://eu-quercus.elluciancloud.com/app/iii/f?p=10604:101:3609409149439) - [Programmes](https://iii.ie/Programmes) - [Certificate in Product Advice](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Certificate-in-Insurance-Product-Advice-APA) - [Certificate in Insurance Practice](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Certificate-in-Insurance-Practice-CIP) - [Higher Diploma in Insurance Management](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Higher-Diploma-in-Insurance-Management) - [Specialty Programmes](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes) - [Insurance Practitioner Apprenticeship](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes/Insurance-Practitioner-Apprenticeship) - [Certified Insurance Director](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes/Certified-Insurance-Director) - [Certificate in Climate Risk](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes/Certificate-in-Climate-Risk) - [Micro-credentials](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes/Micro-credentials) - [Affiliate Programmes](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Affiliate-Programmes) - [Non-General Insurance Qualifications](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Affiliate-Programmes#non-general-insurance-qualifications) - [Certified Diploma in Loss Adjusting](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Affiliate-Programmes#cdip) - [ACII to FCII](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Affiliate-Programmes#acii-and-fcii) - [Exemptions](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Exemptions) - [Exams](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Exam-Information) - [Membership](https://iii.ie/Membership) - [Membership Categories and Fees](https://iii.ie/Membership/Membership-Categories-Fees) - [CPD](https://iii.ie/Membership/CPD) - [Local Institutes](https://iii.ie/Membership/Local-Institutes) - [Careers](https://iii.ie/Membership/Careers) - [Register of Compliant Persons](https://iii.ie/Membership/Register-of-Compliant-Persons) - [Employers](https://iii.ie/Employers) - [About Us](https://iii.ie/About-Us) - [Our History](https://iii.ie/About-Us/Our-History) - [Leadership Team](https://iii.ie/About-Us/Leadership) - [Blog](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track) ![Blog Banner 2](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/Blog%20Banner%202.png "Blog Banner 2") ## [Your end-of-year CPD checklist](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/cpd-checklist) 13/10/22 09:31 / by [Anne Roberts](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/anne-roberts) posted in [Careers](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/careers), [Industry Insights](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/industry-insights), [CPD](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/cpd), [CPD Submissions](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/cpd-submissions) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/cpd-checklist#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/2-Oct-14-2022-12-27-22-86-PM.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/cpd-checklist) With the end of the year fast approaching, (I know, sorry!) the countdown to submitting your CPD is on. We know this can be a busy and stressful time of year, and that the last thing you need on top of a hectic work schedule and a long Christmas shopping list is a last-minute scramble to hit that submit button. So we are here to help! [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/cpd-checklist) ## [Making apprenticeships a talent pipeline.](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/making-apprenticeships-a-talent-pipeline-in-companies-of-all-sizes-an-interview-with-dr.-mary-liz-trant) 07/04/22 20:28 / by [Anne Roberts](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/anne-roberts) posted in [Careers](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/careers), [Industry Insights](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/industry-insights), [Apprentice](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/apprentice) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/making-apprenticeships-a-talent-pipeline-in-companies-of-all-sizes-an-interview-with-dr.-mary-liz-trant#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/Mary%20Liz%20(Blog%20Graphic).png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/making-apprenticeships-a-talent-pipeline-in-companies-of-all-sizes-an-interview-with-dr.-mary-liz-trant) Last year, The Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, outlined its [Action Plan for Apprenticeship](https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/0879f-action-plan-for-apprenticeship-2021-2025/) – a five-year plan which seeks to deliver a modern apprenticeship system that is reflective of Irish society and supports both learners and employers. As part of this, a new National Apprenticeship Office has been set up, so we interviewed Dr. Mary Liz Trant, its Director about the new office, her plans for the year ahead and what she expects the apprenticeship landscape might look like in the next five years. [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/making-apprenticeships-a-talent-pipeline-in-companies-of-all-sizes-an-interview-with-dr.-mary-liz-trant) ## [The Changing Face of Insurance: 5 Things We've Learned From This Quarters Insider](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/the-changing-face-of-insurance-5-things-weve-learned-from-this-quarters-insider) 26/10/18 12:23 / by [The Insurance Institute](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/the-insurance-institute) posted in [Thinkpiece](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/thinkpiece), [Careers](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/careers), [Industry Insights](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/industry-insights), [Study and exams](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/study-and-exams), [Student Stories](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/student-stories), [The Insider](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/the-insider) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/the-changing-face-of-insurance-5-things-weve-learned-from-this-quarters-insider#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/5thingswevelearned.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/the-changing-face-of-insurance-5-things-weve-learned-from-this-quarters-insider) If you missed this quarter's edition of the Insider magazine, don't worry. Here are the 5 things we've all learned from it. Also, don't forget, you can still catch up in the member area, or by **[emailing us](mailto:editor@iii.ie) **to get your hands on a printed copy. [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/the-changing-face-of-insurance-5-things-weve-learned-from-this-quarters-insider) ## [Ciara O'Grady on her key thoughts on the Irish regulatory landscape for InsurTech companies](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/ciaraogradydeloitte) 08/03/18 09:27 / by [Hesus Inoma](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/hesus-inoma) posted in [Inspiring Leaders](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/inspiring-leaders), [Industry Insights](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/industry-insights), [Women in Insurance](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/women-in-insurance), ["InsurTech"](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/insurtech) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/ciaraogradydeloitte#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/ciara-blog.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/ciaraogradydeloitte)   One of the featured top 10 InsurTech Influencers in our **[March Insider Magazine](https://joom.ag/nZdY)**, Hesus Inoma interviews Ciara O’Grady, a Senior Manager on the Risk & Regulation team at Deloitte about her views on the InsurTech regulatory landscape. [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/ciaraogradydeloitte) ## [CPD: Dealing with my first end-of-year submission](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/end-year-cpd-submission) 01/12/17 13:18 / by [Tom Grace](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/tom-grace) posted in [Careers](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/careers), [Industry Insights](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/industry-insights), [Study and exams](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/study-and-exams), [Student Stories](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/student-stories), [The Insurance Institute](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/the-insurance-institute) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/end-year-cpd-submission#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/Blog/Sumbit-CPD.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/end-year-cpd-submission) When I received my [APA (Accredited Product Adviser)](https://www.iii.ie/qualifications/accredited-product-adviser-apa) designation at the end of last year, I gave myself a little pat on the back for a job well done. It was a great feeling to get recognition for the hours of study I’d put in on top of my day job, a feeling that I’m sure was shared by all graduates at conferrals earlier this year. [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/end-year-cpd-submission) ## [How insurers can take advantage of the Internet of Things](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/how-insurers-can-take-advantage-of-the-internet-of-things) 19/10/17 15:59 / by [The Insurance Institute](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/the-insurance-institute) posted in [Industry Insights](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/industry-insights) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/how-insurers-can-take-advantage-of-the-internet-of-things#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/Blog/Industry%20Insights/IndustryInsights_IoT.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/how-insurers-can-take-advantage-of-the-internet-of-things) Internet of Things (IoT) technologies allow multinational giants like Google, Facebook, Amazon and Netflix to better serve their customers. But it's not just the larger players taking advantage of IoT and insurers are behind the curve when it comes to utilising these technologies. The insurance industry has much to learn from tech start-ups, writes Hesus Inoma, CEO and Founder of [WeSavvy](http://wesavvy.com/). [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/how-insurers-can-take-advantage-of-the-internet-of-things) ## [MCC 2017: What you need to know](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/mcc-2017-what-you-need-to-know) 16/10/17 09:00 / by [The Insurance Institute](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/the-insurance-institute) posted in [Industry Insights](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/industry-insights) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/mcc-2017-what-you-need-to-know#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/Blog/Industry%20Insights/IndustryInsights_MCC2017.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/mcc-2017-what-you-need-to-know) At the beginning of September, the Central Bank published revised minimum competency requirements. The MCC is relevant for those at work in insurance – here, Siobhan Wynne from The Insurance Institute highlights the key points you should know about the recent updates. [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/mcc-2017-what-you-need-to-know) ## [Stress management tips for managers](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/stress-management-tips-for-managers) 09/10/17 09:30 / by [The Insurance Institute](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/the-insurance-institute) posted in [Industry Insights](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/industry-insights) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/stress-management-tips-for-managers#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/Blog/Industry%20Insights/IndustryInsights_WorkWellness.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/stress-management-tips-for-managers) Dr Kimberley Fitzgerald, Chartered Psychologist, discusses how leaders and senior executives can deal with the daily pressures that go hand-in-hand with task management, people management and self-management. [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/stress-management-tips-for-managers) ## [Resources that will get you up-to-speed on GDPR](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/6-gdpr-resources-for-insurance-professionals) 21/08/17 09:00 / by [The Insurance Institute](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/the-insurance-institute) posted in [Industry Insights](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/industry-insights) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/6-gdpr-resources-for-insurance-professionals#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/Blog/Industry%20Insights/IndustryInsights_GDPRResources.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/6-gdpr-resources-for-insurance-professionals) With less than a year to go until General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into effect, now is the time for insurance professionals to get up-to-speed on what this means for our industry. [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/6-gdpr-resources-for-insurance-professionals) ## [Weathering the storm: shipping risks](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/weathering-the-storm-shipping-risks) 09/08/17 09:30 / by [The Insurance Institute](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/the-insurance-institute) posted in [Industry Insights](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/industry-insights) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/weathering-the-storm-shipping-risks#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/Blog/Industry%20Insights/IndustryInsights_WeatheringTheStorm.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/weathering-the-storm-shipping-risks) In an article from our magazine *The Insider*, Tracey Mullin discusses the risks of naturally occurring weather events in the shipping industry and how they can be managed. 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