ACORD In Touch - September 2023

Key Milestone Reached in London Market Modernization Initiative

ACORD published the GRLC Contract, Risk, and Pre-Accounting (CRP) Implementation Toolkit to facilitate the efficient exchange of contract information among industry participants. The CRP also supports future digitalization efforts, defining how stakeholders will build?and implement new systems in order to interact with participants across the London Market. Read more here.

ACORD Connect Is Almost Here

We're so close to this year's member training and appreciation event! #ACORDConnect brings together industry professionals for a day of sessions on ACORD Standards & Architecture, business and technology trends in insurance, and more. You'll hear from thought leaders and key influencers within the global insurance industry, with the full event agenda available to view here.

"AI Is Not Just Useful; It Is an Inevitability"

As technology makes data more abundant, accessible, and accurate than ever, the insurance industry will need to embrace new and emerging digital tools to leverage it more effectively. Read more about how artificial intelligence can augment human capabilities in ACORD CEO Bill Pieroni 's latest AM Best 's Review article.

New Assets for Life & Annuity Members

The ACORD Life & Annuity team released five new Fact Sheets to support the implementation of L&A Standards and provide a high-level reference for different L&A messages.?Notably, this publication includes an expanded Industry Life and Annuity Inforce Administration, which shows common messages and workflow for both life and annuity inforce processing.

ACORD at Rendez-Vous de Septembre

At Rendez-Vous de Septembre, ACORD's Bill Pieroni and Chris Newman spoke with AM Best TV about digital transformation in the industry, the importance of data standards, and more. See here.

ACORD in the News

It was a busy month in ACORD news! Check out the latest headlines in?Insurance Business America, Insurance Journal, and?PropertyCasualty360.

Welcome to Our Newest Members!

Upcoming Interactive Session on Blueprint Two Developments

Following the publication of the Process, Roles & Responsibilities Final Recommendations and ACORD GRLC Contract, Risk, and Pre-Accounting Implementation Toolkit, Lloyd's will hold an interactive virtual session to review these key documents. Join the webinar on Wednesday, October 4 for a look at the documents, their purpose, and a Q&A period. Register here.

Hear from Industry Experts on Commercial Underwriting Transformation

As technology continues to evolve and reshape the sector, underwriting processes are undergoing rapid changes. Send and ACORD will host a panel discussion on October 5 to?delve into the various dimensions of this transformation, its challenges and opportunities, and the strategies required to adapt successfully. Reserve your spot here.

Reaching Out to Our Communities

The Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation invites insurance professionals to volunteer in their local communities during the Week of Giving, beginning October 14. ACORD is excited to participate in this volunteer initiative, supporting the organization Today is a Good Day by creating homemade name signs for babies in the NICU. You can volunteer during the Week of Giving as part of a company team or as an individual. Learn more here.

ACORD Board Member on Diversity in Insurance

Jennifer Hoolehan Kyung , VP and Chief Underwriter, USAA , spoke at KPMG U.S. Financial Services 35th Annual Insurance Industry Conference this month at the Celebrating Diversity in the Industry reception. The panel discussion highlighted achievements of women in the industry, with speakers discussing pivotal career moments and more.

Connect with Leading Employers

The ACORD Insurance Technology Career Center provides a platform for job seekers to discover companies on the leading edge of insurance technology. Join the Career Center to discover new job opportunities, connect with employers, and explore what a career in insurance has to offer.?Employers can also join to post job openings and engage with industry talent, free of charge for ACORD member organizations.

Tobin Center for Executive Education?Programs & Initiatives

The Tobin Center for Executive Education at 圣约翰科技大学 has several initiatives underway in fall 2023, including:

• The Certificate in Digital Leadership Program: a four-month?program designed to help individuals and companies across the insurance industry to explore, learn, and deliver digital solutions.
• Middle Market Risk Manager Program: a?program?for professionals in the insurance, financial, and legal service industries who need to possess the specialized knowledge required to serve today’s dynamic, mid-sized companies.
• RIMS Certified Risk Management Professional Exam Prep?Workshop: a two-day workshop?for staff, managers, and directors across all industries who are required to identify and analyze risks and associated uncertainties.
• Insurance Company Asset Management Symposium:?a seminar for members of investment committee boards and senior insurance company executives organized by The Tobin Center for Executive Education and InsuranceAUM.com.

To learn more about current programs and offerings, click here.

September 28-30, 2023 Gamma Iota Sigma's 52nd Annual International Conference Baltimore, MD

October 3, 2023 ACORD NGDS v1.8.0 Ballot Review Webinar

October 3, 2023 Ruschlikon Post-Placement Messaging Deep Dive Webinar

October 4, 2023 PRR and ACORD Post-Publication Briefing Virtual Event

October 5, 2023 ACORD Life & Annuity XML and DTCC EDI Fall Ballot Review Webinar

October 5, 2023 Prepare for the Future of Underwriting London, UK & Virtual

October 17, 2023 Link-USA Chicago Launch Event Chicago, IL

October 19, 2023 ACORD Connect Virtual Event

October 22-24, 2023 IDMA 2023 Annual Conference Philadelphia, PA

October 31-November 2, 2023 ITC Vegas Las Vegas, NV

November 2, 2023 ACORD P&C XML and AL3 2023 Ballot Review Webinar

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