(MENAFN Editorial) MEMPHIS, Tenn., Jan. 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Sedgwick, a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk and benefits solutions, today published "," which includes major industry trends employers and risk management professionals should watch this year.

"We are dedicated to taking care of our clients and their employees and customers," said David A. North, president and CEO of Sedgwick. "An important part of that mission is helping clients proactively anticipate changes and trends in our industry."

Sedgwick's thought leaders believe the topics and trends outlined below will be important in 2018 and beyond. "We are committed to supporting our clients and providing thought leadership to help them navigate the claims process and respond to industry changes," North said.

Compounding global risks

Reacting to catastrophes

Preparing for the threat of emerging risks

Protecting first responders

Shifting tide of policy

Asserting control over the drug crisis

Collaborating for compliance

Expanding leave programs

Bridging the gaps

Racing toward self-service innovation

Supporting diversity and inclusion within claims management

Broadening the knowledge and capabilities of today's claims professional

Leveraging interdisciplinary care

Putting whole health into practice

Capitalizing on the power of integrated resources

Exploring alternatives for pain management

Improving experience through technology

Engaging workers throughout their recovery

Coding care

Moving beyond the predictive model

Expanding autonomous claims processing

Automating healthcare through artificial intelligence (AI) and robotic processes

For more on the Navigating 2018 list and Sedgwick's industry thought leadership, visit the and follow the Sedgwick blog Connection at .

About Sedgwick
Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc., is a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk and benefits solutions. At Sedgwick, caring countsSM; the company takes care of people and organizations by delivering cost-effective claims, productivity, managed care, risk consulting and other services through the dedication and exper­tise of nearly 15,000 colleagues in some 275 offices located in the U.S., Canada, U.K. and Ireland. Sedgwick facilitates financial and personal health and helps customers and consumers navigate complexity by designing and implementing customized programs based on proven practic­es and advanced technology that exceed expectations. Sedgwick's majority shareholder is KKR; Stone Point Capital LLC, La Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ) and other management investors are minority shareholders. For more, see .

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