How to benefit from an actuarial perspective
The actuarial ‘package’ is powerful, flexible, and broad based. It can add value in unique ways, in both established and new contexts. The breadth of actuarial training, together with its depth in key areas, provides a strong base, and the flexibility to transfer established skills into new situations or areas. Read full article
Congratulations to Ian Laughlin Awarded Actuaries Institute Gold Medal
I am delighted to announce that PFS Principal Ian Laughlin has been awarded the Actuaries Institute Gold Medal, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the actuarial profession, business, the broader community, and government. Ian has had a stellar career to date. He has led businesses as a managing director and as a board member, […]
Enabling a Data-Driven Culture
This article is the second of a three-part series, the focus on enabling a data-driven culture and the factors and techniques which can be implemented. Contact Adrian McGarva at adrianmcgarva@pfsconsulting.com.au or Lynton Norris at lyntonnorris@pfsconsulting.com.au to find out more. Why enable a data-driven culture? Over the last decade we have seen organisations collecting increasing amounts of data without unlocking […]
Ian Pollard named a Member of the Order of Australia
PFS would like to congratulate PFS Principal Dr Ian Pollard on being named a Member of the Order of Australia, in recognition of his significant service to business, to ethical standards, and to the community. Ian has made a great contribution over his very distinguished career, and we are proud to have him as a […]
Are Actuaries still relevant?
This paper summarises a recent paper co-authored by Jules Gribble. It considers how continuing professional education, a core component of maintaining professional currency and relevance, needs to be reassessed and revised to address professionals evolving needs in a rapidly changing world. The Actuaries’ Institute Council recently established a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Committee to review […]
Three reasons an actuarial consultant could be your strategic differentiator
A common question about our profession is “…and what is it that actuaries actually do?”. In a nutshell, actuarial consultants analyse the financial implications of future risk and uncertainty, assess the potential costs and potential returns, and advise on the best path forward. Actuaries do this using financial math, statistics, and educated judgement to evaluate […]
