Let’s set the scene: In May 2024, Grant Thornton Australia made a bold move. After a year-long pilot, they permanently adopted a nine-day bi-weekly schedule essentially giving staff every second Friday off. No pay cuts. No drop in service. The secret? Smart use of generative AI, specifically Microsoft 365 Copilot. Here’s what happened: employees saved…
In the first article of this series 5 Fatal Flaws in Litigation Management, we examined the persistent “us vs. them” mentality that often separates insurance carriers from legal counsel. This division undermines collaboration, increases costs, and delays claim resolutions. But what if the solution lies in redefining the dynamic—not as adversaries but as collaborative allies…
With over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry, I’ve had the unique opportunity to see both sides of the litigation management equation—first as a defense attorney representing carriers, and later as a claims professional hiring counsel to protect insureds. Despite decades of advancements in technology and claims practices, one critical aspect has stubbornly…
It’s been an interesting year and 2025 is shaping up to be another exciting year for the insurance industry. As 2024 ended we saw some interesting market trend reports from leading consulting and industry firms. As the insurance landscape evolves, claims departments face a range of new trends and challenges. Drawing insights from recent industry…
The U.S. insurance industry continues to exhibit its remarkable resilience, as underscored by its impressive financial turnaround in recent years. However, sustaining this momentum and preparing for future challenges demand more than just traditional strategies. As highlighted by the exceptional leaders featured in Insurance Business America’s Hot 100 2025, the road ahead involves fostering technological…
In today’s ever-evolving insurance landscape, the need for claims departments to stay agile, compliant, and customer-focused has never been more critical. As we near the end of yet another year, an annual review of operations is not just a best practice—it’s a cornerstone of maintaining excellence in claims management. By systematically evaluating key areas, claims…
Yes, I am biased. I am an independent consultant, but I have also worked at a large consulting firm. The current insurance environment is in a rapid state of change, where claims departments are struggling to be competitive and efficient due to increased claims volumes and complexities. Technology could transform every step of the claims…
Let’s face it, implementing a new technology into existing processes and systems is no easy task. But in today’s fast-paced insurance world, it’s not just about upgrading tech—it’s about transforming your entire claims ecosystem. So, how do we ensure that this shiny new penny enhances rather than disrupts our current processes? Buckle up, folks, because…
Swiss Re’s latest report on social inflation is a must-read for claims professionals. Their sigma No 4/2024 study, “Litigation costs drive claims inflation: indexing liability loss trends,” offers a comprehensive look at this growing challenge. The findings are sobering: the U.S. liability risk pool is expanding rapidly, with commercial casualty insurance sector losses growing at…
In today’s ever expanding global marketpalce, the need for executives to be aware of potential liability exposure is greater than ever. To assist in understanding that exposure, we review the the Global Directors and Officer Handbook, published the ABA (get your copy here) and Edited by Perry Granof and Henry Nichols.