Validus Research Inc. is dedicated to catastrophe research, risk modeling, and development of analytical tools. The team supports Validus Re and AIG member companies worldwide through the Validus Capital Allocation and Pricing System (VCAPS), a proprietary risk analytical application. VCAPS offers our underwriters, actuaries and management an industry-leading platform for risk assessment and selection. The catastrophe modeling team delivers value both through the VCAPS environment and through tailored services. Real-time monitoring of our portfolio, a consistent view of risk measures across the globe, and a rigorous approach to model and data quality set us apart in the market.