Start up ventures without legacy burdens enjoy a great opportunity for a forward-looking management team to really embed analytics and digital communications into their strategy, but others can leverage technology for specialty success, suggests Martina Conlon, Novarica.
The potential benefits of automated systems for new business and underwriting – in terms of speed, accuracy, cost reduction and improved service – make for a compelling value proposition.
What a new Gartner report terms "active loss prevention" could usher in a new era of insurer/policyholder cooperation in the prevention of loss of property and person — potentially reshaping consumers' perception of the value of the insurance industry.
Technical competence is never enough, at least not for inspiring excellence in execution in others, helping them to be better than the teams you're competing against.
New York Insurance Commissioner Ben Lawsky's criticism of captive reinsurance deals appears sensationalist in light of the yesterday's FIO report and industry-side statements.
What a new Gartner report terms "active loss prevention" could usher in a new era of insurer/policyholder cooperation in the prevention of loss of property and person — potentially reshaping consumers' perception of the value of the insurance industry.
Twitter activity around the IASA Educational Conference and Business Show increased this year with the promise of an iPad Mini to one prolific Tweeter. Here's some of the highlights.
Aegon Appoints Americas Exec Global CTOMay 24, 2013The Netherlands-based life insurer has moved Brenda Clancy into a global role from her Americas-centric one.
Where Do Insurers Find Innovative Ideas?May 08, 2013Insurer ACORD LOMA attendees agree on the best place to find dynamic, innovative ideas within the insurance organization.
5 Key Components of IT EffectivenessApril 19, 2013To become a truly effective IT organization, it is vital to understand the customer's expectations and how you're performing according to those expectations.
Q&A: Why Alfa Insurance Prioritizes Mobile InnovationApril 03, 2013The regional P&C insurer sees mobility as a major differentiator in its market, and wants to be on the leading edge, according to VP Walter Overby.
MassMutual CIO Bob Casale Reimagines ITFebruary 06, 2013The technology head visited Insurance & Technology's offices and shared some insights into the insurer's new approach to IT.
Do Insurers Understand The Cloud's Real Value?November 14, 2012Cost savings may be the primary driver for insurers to adopt the cloud and virtualization, but the cloud's real potential is as a means of innovation and competitive advantage.
Why Insurance is Like Victoria's SecretNovember 06, 2012At the 2012 Insurance & Technology Summit, CUNA Mutual CIO Rick Roy told the audience that the company's direct-to-consumer strategy is based on some very unlikely sources.
Reality Check from Nando Parrado, Survivor of ’72 Plane Crash in the AndesOctober 23, 2012The ordeal of Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571 shows not only the importance of teamwork but also the ultimate importance of individual motivation, Nando Parrado said in his address to the general session during the Guidewire Connections conference.
Technology Indistinguishable from Business for InsurersOctober 19, 2012Insurance & Technology's 2012 Elite 8 honorees have been at the forefront of insurance IT's transformation into a critical driver of smart innovation.
