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Last week Lloyd’s of London confirmed that the re-platforming element of its flagship Blueprint Two initiative - aiming to digitise the London Market - will not be delivered before 2028. In response, Guidewire Software London Market Director Jamie McDonnell said that the announcement has provided “certainty” to the sector: “Certainty that market-wide modernisation initiatives are, by their very nature, often hampered by their sheer complexity and the pace at which all participants are able to move. For genuine pioneers, simply waiting for these collective endeavours to take effect is no longer a viable strategy. Instead, this postponement should be regarded as a clear and powerful call to action for insurers to step up the pace of their own transformation journeys and take command of their future.” You can read more reaction from Jamie and other key industry figures in this Insurance Times article: https://lnkd.in/eEzbUWgF More information about Guidewire's platform for the London Market can be found here: https://lnkd.in/ehYv3jTT

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At the European Guidewire Insurance Forum this week, Lee Dainty of RSA revealed his company’s strategy for becoming the number one commercial lines insurer in the UK. Lee shared how RSA is leveraging Guidewire Cloud Platform to deliver superior digital service to its customers and brokers, enable streamlined claims processes, and use advanced analytics for better decision-making, all with the goal of leapfrogging over the competition. When he left the stage Lee sat down for a chat with Insurance Post journalist Damisola Sulaiman. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/eyT3CZwe #EMEAGIF2025 #insurance #innovation #Guidewire #GuidewireCloud #insuranceleadership

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NTT DATA has acquired Alchemy Technology Services, a specialist in #Insurance technology consulting. The acquisition enhances our capabilities in core modernization, #DigitalTransformation, and the specialty insurance market—particularly within the London Market. Alchemy will serve as a Global Centre of Excellence, supporting insurers worldwide through #Innovation, scalability, and talent development. Together, we’re shaping the future of insurance through technology and collaboration. 🔗 Read the press release: https://bit.ly/3Jgk4xG

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At Guidewire, we believe in the power of community and conversation to shape a more inclusive future for technology. That’s why we were proud to co-host a Women in Tech Breakfast Briefing with our partners at EY in their London office earlier this week, focused on the vital topic of 'Upskilling and Reskilling for Women in Technology'. Following opening remarks from Preetham Peddanagari, our very own Susan Brady joined an energising panel discussion alongside Randeep Dhillon, Christine Theodore, and Benedetto Conversano, expertly moderated by EY’s Nina Driscoll. The session highlighted actionable strategies for organisations to ensure that women in technology don’t just enter the field, but thrive and succeed within it. Key takeaways included: 💡Leadership through action: The importance of visible, authentic leadership to drive lasting change. 💡Mentorship, coaching, and sponsorship: Distinct but complementary tools for growth, especially when supported by clear personal goals. 💡Building inclusive talent pipelines: Embedding diversity into recruitment from the start. 💡The power of curiosity: Creating cultures that support continuous learning and development. 💡Tailored leadership: Knowing when to lead from the front and when to empower others to lead. 💡Balancing skills for the future: Combining technical expertise with strong interpersonal capabilities. Thank you to all who participated and helped bring this important conversation to life. Special thanks to EY and our incredible panelists for their insights and inspiration. We’re proud to support and celebrate women in technology, and we look forward to continuing the conversation. #InsideGuidewire #WomenInTechnology #EY

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During the recent Insurtech Insights Europe event in London, delegates enjoyed stunning views and compelling conversations at the Guidewire Software and AWS Partners Powerlunch, where the topic of discussion was the practical application of AI in insurance. Guidewire's Laura Drabik was joined by Tom Wilde of Indico Data and Terry Buechner of Amazon Web Services (AWS). Journalist Mia Wallace has written a summary of the discussion for Insurance Business UK. You can read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gBshqdpJ Key insights from the discussion: ✅ AI-driven claims automation is improving speed & accuracy ✅ Underwriting is evolving with predictive analytics ✅ The right data strategy makes AI implementation seamless #Guidewire #AWS #DigitalTransformation #ITIEU25 #insurance #insurtech

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NTT DATA has acquired Alchemy Technology Services, a specialist in #Insurance technology consulting. The acquisition enhances our capabilities in core modernization, #DigitalTransformation, and the specialty insurance market—particularly within the London Market. Alchemy will serve as a Global Centre of Excellence, supporting insurers worldwide through #Innovation, scalability, and talent development. Together, we’re shaping the future of insurance through technology and collaboration. 🔗 Read the press release: https://bit.ly/47wlVb3

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Partnerships are the new competitive edge in insurance modernization. Our 2025 Guidewire Services Ecosystem report uncovers what top-performing insurers are doing differently. From GenAI-powered tools to accelerator-driven delivery models, discover how the right service partner can fast-track innovation, reduce costs, and strengthen the customer experience: https://bit.ly/3TSJuU1 #CGICanada #Insurance #Guidewire #DigitalTransformation #GenAI

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Our recent study of the 'State of the Insurance Industry' showed the industry compared to best practices and cutting edge is lacking behind on especially operational technology - some actions to be taken for ambitious insurers could be: • Rethink enterprise architecture for flexibility • Integrate ai for operational efficiency • Enable seamless integration with partners What do you think? eData Information Management

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NTT DATA Expands Global Insurance Leadership with Alchemy Acquisition. I am excited to welcome Alchemy Technology Services to the NTT DATA, Inc. family. Alchemy is a specialist insurance technology consultancy with deep expertise in the London Market and specialty insurance. This acquisition strengthens our global insurance capabilities and accelerates digital transformation across the industry. Together with NTT DATA’s strong presence in the insurance market, and Alchemy’s Guidewire expertise, pioneering academy model, and regional footprint in the UK and Ireland, we’re well-positioned to lead with innovation and deliver greater value to insurers worldwide. Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/d4ErPBCA #NTTDATA #AlchemyTechnologyServices #InsuranceInnovation #DigitalTransformation #Guidewire 

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As the global insurance industry enters 2026, the London Market is standing at a critical crossroads, with Lloyd’s of London under mounting pressure to redefine its strategic direction following significant leadership transitions – including the appointment of Patric Tiernan as CEO this year, notes Guidewire Software's Jamie McDonnell. https://lnkd.in/e8eSpRwv

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Majesco announced the acquisition of Vitech bringing complimentary products and an ambition to be the AI-process transformation partner across the P&C and L&A insurance technology landscape. Vigitesh Tewary and I share our views on this acquisition and broader implications for insurance technology buyers in this quick read blog: https://okt.to/A6sn0l

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💡 Data-driven insights are transforming insurance. But how can insurers turn them into a real impact? In our latest NTT DATA Thought Leadership Insurance Podcast, Victoria Achaval, Global Analyst Relations Insurance Lead at NTT DATA,  sits down with Juan Mazzini,  Celent Director & Head of the Insurance Practice at EMEA, APAC & LATAM, to explore how industry analysts help insurers make smarter technology investments and stay competitive.  🔹 Learn how research-driven decision-making is driving the adoption of AI, cloud ecosystems, and InsurTech partnerships. 🎧 Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/evm3VySt What’s the most valuable insight analysts provide to insurers? Share your thoughts! #NTTDATAInsurance #AIinInsurance #CloudTransformation #InsurTech     

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