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Allstate Builds Firmwide DSIQ

Insurance icon Allstate always had AIA capabilities, especially as part of the firm’s claims and pricing strategy and operations. But in the new millennium’s second decade, the business recognized how central and important analytics was to functions and objectives firmwide—and how AIA aligned with Allstate’s strategic position as a leading technology-driven company.

In line with this, leaders sought to redefine the firm through the strategic growth and application of technology, data, and analytics. Starting in 2017, Allstate carried out this effort through a major investment in a three-pronged, enterprisewide AIA initiative focused on people, structure, and culture. Here, Maureen Kalas, Allstate’s director ...

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