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How ESG data can optimise SME insurance and drive resilience

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A recent Insurance Post and CRIF survey reveals that many SME insurers still treat ESG as a long-term data goal rather than a near-term operational priority.

In today’s volatile risk landscape, marked by climate change, cyber threats, and geopolitical shifts, this cautious approach risks missing a critical opportunity. ESG isn’t just a compliance checkbox; it’s a powerful lens for assessing resilience and future-proofing underwriting models.

This blog sheds light on the most important risk factors when evaluating the resilience of SMEs and how insurance providers can leverage ESG data to optimise SME insurance whilst also driving resilience.

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