Peter Gunder: 2015 Data Science Workshop

Wed, April 29, 2015
Location: Fisher Conference Center, Arrillaga Alumni Center

"Insurance Industry Forecast: Dense Fog, Stormy Seas, or Smooth Sailing?"

Abstract:

The explosive supply of data from the Internet of Things coupled with sophisticated analytics has the potential to disrupt diverse industries from healthcare to transportation to insurance. Will products customized for individuals replace today’s offerings? Will real-time sensor data alert customers in time to prevent losses? Will mining social media produce profound consumer insight? This panel will explore the threats and opportunities to creating sustainable competitive advantages. Will the overly cautious insurer become lost at sea?