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This article considers how insurance can help a designer. It explores typical scenarios many designers face, from missed deadlines to tricky clients, and explains why having the right insurance can help. Insurance can assist you as a designer in many ways. Here are some of the most common ways that insurance can help designers: Protect […]

This article discusses the insurance implications of providing advice or work to a friend. As a professional, a simple fact of life is that, at some point, one of your friends is likely to ask for your advice or assistance with something that falls within your area of expertise. It happens to us all at […]

As part of our ongoing collaboration with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), we share resources and updates on how to protect your designs. On 1 April 2003, the EUIPO opened its doors to the registration of the new Registered Community Designs. The RCD has proved to be a game-changer for businesses across the […]

Professional Indemnity Insurance for Designers Professional Indemnity Insurance (PII) protects you if a client claims there’s a problem with your work — whether it’s an error, omission, or breach of contract. Here are the essentials: Cost vs. Cover A low-cost policy might look appealing, but may not give you the cover you actually need. Always […]

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has led to an increased interest in its application to various industries, including the world of graphic and product design. Whilst AI has many benefits, including automating repetitive tasks, improving design accuracy and speed, as well as generating new ideas and styles, this article strikes a cautionary note. As with […]

Business Insurance for Designers: Why It Matters As a designer, protecting your business is about more than creativity — it’s about safeguarding your livelihood. Business insurance plays a vital role in that protection. Why Designers Need Business Insurance Many independent designers and small studios underestimate the value of insurance, thinking “it won’t happen to me.” […]

Understanding ‘Claims Made’ Insurance for Designers One of the most important things to understand about Professional Indemnity Insurance (PII) is that it works differently from most other types of insurance. While policies like Public Liability or Employer’s Liability cover events when they happen, PII works on a “claims made” basis. What Does “Claims Made” Mean? […]

Why you should ask for design testimonials  Whether you run a design agency or work as a freelance designer, securing glowing testimonials is a key part of marketing your work and showing that you’re a true professional to work with. As nerve-wracking as it can feel to ask for testimonials, getting into the habit of […]

Did you know that 39% of businesses are affected by invisible criminals that want to cause them harm? Whilst this sounds like the plot of a Netflix movie, online scams created by criminals hiding behind their computers are on the rise. And not just for consumers, they are also on the rise for businesses. The […]

We’re now approaching the end of 2018, so we asked Martin Darbyshire FCSD, Chief Executive Officer of tangerine, about his views on design trends for the next year. Q: Which design discipline do you work in? A: We provide design strategy and design services to a multitude of industries including hospitality, retail, aviation, rail, consumer […]