“100% employee-owned” refers to a business structure where all ownership shares or equity are held by the company’s employees. This arrangement is commonly implemented through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) or a worker cooperative, giving employees both financial stakes and, in some models, governance rights.
An embedded deductible in insurance refers to a fixed amount of loss that policyholders must bear before an insurer begins to cover losses under a specified policy provision.
A retroactive date is a specific provision in insurance policies, particularly claims-made policies, that defines the earliest date from which coverage applies. It ensures that incidents occurring before this date are excluded from coverage, even if the claim is made during the policy period. Understanding this concept is crucial for professionals managing liability risks.
Benefit charging refers to the practice of assigning a monetary cost to a benefit that is provided to an individual or group, such as employee perks, insurance coverage, or telecom services. It is used to allocate expenses, comply with regulations, and manage compensation structures.
Tbk is an abbreviation for Terbuka, used in Indonesian corporate law to designate a public company. It indicates that the company’s shares are listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange and available for public trading.
Inclearing refers to the process where a bank verifies and settles a check drawn on another financial institution. It is the transitional phase where funds are moved from the payer’s account to the payee’s account through a clearinghouse.
A broker exclusive arrangement refers to a situation where a real estate agent or brokerage has an agreement that restricts another broker from representing the same client in the sale or purchase of a property.
A 12‑month waiting period in dental insurance is a time after enrollment during which certain procedures are not covered. Understanding which services are affected, why the period exists, and how to meet it helps members manage expectations and plan care.
“Best in class” is a descriptive term used to denote a product, service, organization, or practice that outperforms its peers according to defined criteria. It appears across industries to highlight superior performance, quality, or value.
Passive enrollment is a policy that automatically enrolls individuals in a program (such as a retirement savings plan or health insurance) unless they actively choose to opt out. It is designed to increase participation rates by leveraging inertia and reducing the effort required to join.