Robotics

After thousands of unmanned-aerial-vehicle flights, the carrier sees even more use cases for the technology, says chief claims officer Ken Rosen.

Implementing advanced artificial intelligence strategies will require IT leaders to convince workers on the overall benefits of using these emerging technologies.

New software the company is rolling out for more utilitarian UAVs may play a more lasting role in its attempts to spread the reach of its chips.

This session's cohort features startup companies with expertise in computer vision, cybersecurity, big data analytics and more.

ParaZero’s drone safety software, SafeAir, serves as a failsafe system for malfunctioning unmanned aircraft vehicles.

The technologies are top of mind for the carrier in its efforts to modernize underwriting and claims management, says Puneet Bhardwaj, SVP of digital analytics.

SkyWatch.AI’s mobile application calculates a "safety score" before each drone flight, which is used by the commercial insurer in underwriting.

The new program, "Zara," was developed in partnership with Spixii, a graduate of the carrier-sponsored Startupbootcamp accelerator.

The P&C carrier has found that IT infrastructure investments allow it to support new sources of data, like drones and smarthome devices.

Carriers who develop internal innovation capabilities can outrun disruptors thanks to industry knowledge and information resources.

Four out of five employees surveyed see significant opportunity for AI to create a more engaging and empowering workplace.

Agreements give carriers access to aerial imaging and distracted driving prevention technology.

Former chief claims officer Glenn Shapiro takes on a new role with telematics as a priority.

While the concept may seem bewildering, it actually is based on a basic six-step process.

The back-to-back-to-back storms of Harvey, Irma and Maria tested the digital claims advancements by carriers like Allstate and USAA on a massive scale.

During a whirlwind year for the industry, readers were captivated by stories of new insurtechs and established players alike transforming the business.

As of Nov. 3, more than 838,000 people had registered with the agency as owners of small, civilian drones.

Insurance industry as a whole, however, lags other financial services somewhat in implementing robotic process automation, according to PwC.

There are opportunities for carriers of all sizes to get involved, as many startups looking for pilot customers will lower costs to get their foot in the door.

Carriers should partner with upstart companies to speed digitalization, consultant adds.