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AI revolutionising insurance and finance services in New Zealand

Tue, 3rd Dec 2019
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AI is transforming New Zealand’s finance and insurance sectors by enhancing customer-centric services and operational efficiency, says the AI Forum report.
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Aussie workers struggling to switch off while on holiday

Thu, 25th Jul 2019
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A recent survey by Snow Software reveals that 71% of Australian workers always bring their work laptops on vacation, struggling to disconnect.
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Interview: TAL Australia's journey to successful CRM

Mon, 8th Jul 2019
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At Adobe Symposium last week, TechDay chatted to TAL Australia’s head of customer relationship management, Mike Nixon.
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IntegrationWorks transform FMG's rural insurance processes

Wed, 19th Jun 2019
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New Zealand's FMG partners with IntegrationWorks to overhaul its digital processes, enabling clients to self-manage insurance and enhancing service delivery.
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Why many insurance tech companies want to improve CX

Thu, 11th Apr 2019
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Insurance tech firms are revolutionising customer experience, driven by AI and wearables, says InsurtechNZ. A digital-first approach could transform the sector.
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Vero study: Women run larger SMBs; and they're more worried too

Tue, 4th Dec 2018
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Women run larger SMBs but are more stressed and less likely to use insurance brokers than men, reveals a new Vero study involving 900 New Zealand businesses.
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Insurers struggling to keep pace with drone and e-bike tech

Tue, 31st Jul 2018
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If you own an e-bike or a drone and expect them to be covered by your current home contents insurance policy, it might pay to check the fine print.
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Cove trials insurance purchases via Facebook Messenger chatbot

Mon, 25th Jun 2018
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Cove Insurance has claimed it's first to sell insurance via a chatbot currently in private beta mode, and the tech looks promising.
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Insurtech a win-win for insurers and customers, expert says

Tue, 19th Jun 2018
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The insurance market is benefitting from new technology, with traditional firms embracing advanced technologies.
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ANZ and IBM developing blockchain solution for insurance industry

Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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ANZ and IBM collaborate with Suncorp to develop blockchain solution to speed up payment reconciliation in insurance industry.
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Lifebroker and Jade Software launch Facebook chatbot for life insurance quote comparisons

Fri, 20th Oct 2017
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Lifebroker and Jade Software launch Alfred, Australia's first life insurance comparison chatbot on Facebook Messenger, offering 24/7 real-time quote services.
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System integrator Equisoft attains Oracle Insurance Policy specialisation

Thu, 5th Oct 2017
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Equisoft is currently working with 20 insurers on Oracle Insurance Policy Administration integration projects.
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Dimension Data helps insurance company upgrade data center

Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
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Dimension Data helps Asia's largest life insurance firm upgrade its IT environment and improve network performance.
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Chubb includes cyber insurance as part of new SME offering for Australians

Tue, 26th Sep 2017
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Chubb launches new SME insurance in Australia, adding cyber coverage to shield businesses from growing digital risks.
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Health insurer nib trials AI customer service agent Frankie

Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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Frankie will be able to provide instant responses to a variety of common enquiries to nib’s new product range including benefits available.
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Business interruption - now a costly claims business for insurance companies

Thu, 24th Aug 2017
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Natural disasters push insurers to scrutinize costly business interruption claims, with losses hitting £1.4bn.
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Delta Insurance takes tech & cyber liability insurance to South Island firms

Fri, 18th Aug 2017
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the company has concentrated heavily on its cyber and tech liability offerings, which Samson says is a good fit for South Island tech companies.
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Blockchain disruption: Insurance companies must smarten up to keep up

Wed, 9th Aug 2017
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Car manufacturers that build sensors into their vehicles could identify damage resulting from a collision and trigger a claim payment.
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TPB urges cybersecurity savviness for tax practitioners

Mon, 24th Jul 2017
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Acting Chair Greg Lewis believes that practitioners should consider professional indemnity (PI) insurance cover to deal with first-party losses.
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Chch tech company iViis helps to reinvigorate insurance process after Kaikoura quakes

Wed, 5th Apr 2017
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A Christchurch-based tech company has been working with insurance companies to make life a lot easier for those affected by the Kaikoura quakes.