In this episode, Jason Ash, Chief of Data at Symetra, joins the podcast to discuss the transformation happening within the insurance industry. He highlights the dynamic relationship between business and technology and the importance of stakeholders in rolling out solutions. Jason also delves into the non-technical side of the insurance business and how it contributes to overall success. This conversation transcends the industry and offers insights that can be applied to other sectors.
Highlights:
[00:02:20] Technology adoption in business.
[00:04:56] Bridging business and technology.
[00:08:08] Importance of diverse perspectives.
[00:10:49] Rolling out insurance products.
[00:13:41] Thinking about data early.
[00:19:29] Broader participation in data.
[00:19:56] Collaborative approach to problem-solving.
[00:22:20] Onboarding new team members.
[00:24:31] Stakeholder expectations and data delivery.
[00:26:22] Building foundational infrastructure.
[00:31:02] Insurance and healthcare battle.
[00:34:29] Advancing career paths for team.
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