Insurance technology

Insurer plans to collaborate with new companies developing platforms in the Internet of Things, mobility and fintech spaces.

Commercial insurer will deploy the vendor's analytics platform to fleet and transportation drivers via mobile apps.

The deal, expected to close in the third quarter, further supports the company's strategy of growing its tech offerings through M&A.

Ariel Gorelik assumes control of the insurer's global IT operations.

The carrier has hired its first chief innovation officer to manage the strategy.

Examples include robotics, virtual assistants, artificial intelligence and customer self-service technologies, which include kiosks and self-checkout lanes.

Startup Crop Pro Insurance plans to help growers minimize risk using digital data and technology.

App for IntelliDrive is available in two states after insurer worked with TrueMotion to create it.

Jennifer Marshalek, SVP for the P&C carrier, provides tips for carriers to navigate the digital world.

Carriers need guidance from outside the industry to truly get digitalization, says Munich Re exec.