Mobile technology

We see unmanned aircraft systems — commonly referred to as drones — as a way to mitigate the current safety challenges for our adjusters who at times can be at risk for accidents or injuries.

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We strongly recommend tying all digital and mobile initiatives together under a “digital insurer” strategy.

With everyone interpreting what they feel as the be-all end-all description, perceptions of digital are filtered by the observer.

I had a watch capable of interfacing with a computer in 1995. But that was before insurers could offer discounts for using one.

The carrier touts ease of use in starting and stopping rides as a key user experience improvement made possible by the Apple wearable.

The boundless optimism for wearables should be tempered with a clear understanding of the potential pitfalls.

Machine learning and artificial intelligence libraries are now getting robust enough to contribute meaningfully smart or learning bots into the mix that can do a bit more than rote button pressing and reading screens.

Mercedes Benz’s Highway Pilot technology comprises a front radar, stereo camera and adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping and collision-prevention functions to regulate speed, braking and steering.

We are now entrenched in a digital revolution that is powered by these maturing and emerging technologies.

Insurance is about risk sharing, so what better model to bring in technology and make that risk sharing as efficient and effective as possible?

Policyholders can now use their iOS devices in addition to their FitBits to track wellness goals and receive discounts on life insurance premium.

The Internet of Things has it’s teething problems.

There are those who believe that favoring one channel or mode over another will lead to even more silos and dysfunction than we already have in many organizations.

Google’s search engine will now will favor mobile friendly content over traditional website content; within the insurance industry, the greatest initial impact is likely to be felt by insurance distributors.

Drones are one of the latest tools in precision agriculture, in which data is collected by satellites and sensors and analyzed to maximize farm yields.

CIO Ray Voelker says Progressive's IT and business strategy are 'indistinguishable,' discusses how the insurer’s big data strategy stands out, and the possibility of Google, Apple and Microsoft entering the auto insurance market.

More than half of companies are spending more on developing mobile applications -- but are they more efficient?

The insurer will use the Lytx DriveCam Program, which combines video with predictive analytics, real-time driver feedback and coaching, to reduce injuries and identify and correct driving behaviors that could lead to collisions.

As the use of wearables increases, particularly for use beyond an individual’s fitness, it will be critical for standards and services to emerge to bring this data to multiple users.