How is technology streamlining the claims process at your company and, in your opinion, in the industry as a whole?

Mark Hoffman, claims technology manager for Esurance: Claims technology continues to play a critical role in the success of the claims department at Esurance. Our focus remains on providing our employees with the tools they require in order to provide exceptional customer service while maintaining fair settlements in an efficient and compliant manner. With insurers having “to do more with less,” technology innovations are a key driver in keeping expenses down while maintaining a consistent process of claims handling.

Are certain technologies becoming more crucial than others? Can you quantify gains in terms of percentages or other figures (efficiency, productivity, cost savings, accuracy, etc.)?

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