(Re)thinking insurance

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(Re)thinking insurance

In (Re)thinking insurance we discuss the issues facing P&C, Life, and composite insurers around the globe, as well as exploring the latest tools, techniques and innovations that will help you to re-think insurance.

  1. Talking Tech special: Transforming the reserving function

    30 OCT

    Talking Tech special: Transforming the reserving function

    In this episode our host, Charlie Samolczyk, is joined by Holly Layton and Joost Wilbers to discuss why there is a need for reserving teams to consider new approaches, as well as some of the recurring challenges they’ve seen in the market.

    23 min
  2. Best practice and recent trends in actuarial modeling

    6 OCT

    Best practice and recent trends in actuarial modeling

    In this episode, we explore key aspects of actuarial modeling, including the importance of balancing accuracy and speed, the benefits of simplicity, and the need for effective communication.

    18 min
  3. The people side of pricing

    3 OCT

    The people side of pricing

    In this episode, Sina Thieme is joined by Maria Jesus Guitard to discuss the importance of people in an insurers pricing function.

    20 min
  4. Managing the market cycle

    27 SEPT

    Managing the market cycle

    In this episode of (Re)thinking Insurance, Anand Patel is joined by Paul Higham and Derric Howard to explore the dynamics of the commercial lines and specialty market cycle and how leading insurers are successfully managing the cycle through investments in technical capabilities.

    13 min
  5. Putting theory into practice: Deploying Python and open source to impact business results

    6 SEPT

    Putting theory into practice: Deploying Python and open source to impact business results

    In this episode of (Re)thinking Insurance, Pardeep Bassi, Global Head of Data Science, talks to Mani Heer about overcoming the challenges in deploying open source effectively.

    13 min
  6. Using conduct risk to power customer and commercial value

    20 AUG

    Using conduct risk to power customer and commercial value

    In this episode of (Re)thinking Insurance, Suky Mann is joined by James Tanser to discuss their view on how firms have responded to conduct related regulations across pricing, as well as a look to the future and how things may change in this space over the next 12 months.

    19 min
  7. In-force portfolio management for the U.S. life insurance industry

    13 AUG

    In-force portfolio management for the U.S. life insurance industry

    Life insurers have built up large blocks of policies that represent in-force business. They want to manage these blocks efficiently and profitably. A number of factors such as low interest rates, expense pressures, aggressive competition and stakeholder expectations have increased company focus on in-force management. Mark Mennemeyer is joined by Mary Bahna-Nolan, Nik Godon, Nathan Hardiman and Sam Keller to discuss the opportunities for improving performance of in-force portfolios.

    27 min
  8. Advanced analytics

    12 AUG

    Advanced analytics

    In this episode of the (Re)thinking Insurance podcast, Scott Gibson is joined by Laura Doddington and Lauren Finnis to explore advanced analytics in the insurance industry. They discuss findings from WTW’s recent advanced analytics survey, highlighting how nearly 50 North American P&C insurers are leveraging analytics. Despite strong leadership commitment, progress has stagnated since 2021 due to IT bottlenecks and data challenges. The discussion covers practical applications of machine learning in document processing and risk assessment, and identifies areas where analytics can enhance operations, such as claims management and distribution strategies. The speakers emphasize the need for a clear roadmap, robust data infrastructure, and collaboration between analytics and business teams, underscoring the importance of sustained effort and strategic planning to fully integrate analytics into organizational culture.

    26 min
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In (Re)thinking insurance we discuss the issues facing P&C, Life, and composite insurers around the globe, as well as exploring the latest tools, techniques and innovations that will help you to re-think insurance.

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  • Creator
    WTW
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    78
  • Rating
    Clean
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    Copyright © 2024 WTW. All rights reserved.
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