Description: This discussion looks at the types of electronic data processing equipment used, developments in simplifying accounting and statistical procedures in policy use, and the factors which determine the rental or purchase of electronic equipment. From Transactions of Society of Actuaries 1959, Vol. 11, No. 30 AB.

Description: This note presents a review of calculator financial functions for the Texas Instruments BA II PLUS calculator. This note, including a number of the examples used as illustrations, is reprinted with permission from the 3rd edition of the book Mathematics of Investment and Credit, by S. Broverman. Also, several examples from SOA/CAS math of finance exams old Course 2 will be presented illustrating the use of the calculator.

Description: 2021 ImpACT Conference - Session 10E: Azure Synapse for Actuaries | Solvency II Use Case 10.28.21 Recording

Description: Actuarial Process Optimization (APO) is a technology-focused methodology for bringing together actuarial and technology teams to critically examine and optimize actuarial processes, specifically targeting processes that are most time consuming and have the highest risk of failure. From claims analytics to valuation and experience analysis, modern technology can help actuaries optimize their time and focus their attention on higher value tasks. In this session, we will explore opportunities for APO in the Health insurance industry and demonstrate how technology can be used to improve the actuarial process using an agile and targeted approach.

Description: You’ve written the position papers, updated the models, and designed the required disclosures, but you may be wondering how to explain the results during interim financial reporting periods to company management as well as other stakeholders. This session will explore ways to adapt existing management reporting and offer ideas for new metrics. We will explore various methods for analyzing DAC amortization patterns, market risk benefit reserve patterns, and Liability for Future Benefits (LFPB) movements. In addition, this session will explore ways to integrate changes in LDTI with business planning and other broader business issues such as product pricing considerations and reinsurance strategy.

Description: Explore similarities between actuaries and data scientists as speakers share personal experiences on the importance of organizational structure. Attend the Actuary, Data Scientist, or Actuarial Data Scientist webcast to discover the effectiveness of partnering both of these career paths in a life insurance atmosphere. In addition to personal experiences, speakers will discuss several success stories where collaboration and connection became the key to driving innovation. Come learn about the progress these professions have caused in pricing and risk management.

Description: Come discuss modeling costs and its governance, as well as introduce some platforms for more granular asset modeling.

Description: This article provides an overview of activities that should be considered by an actuary when validating a predictive model. It describes several components to consider when validating a predictive model and provides an examination of various methodologies that can be implemented in the validation process.

Description: This article offers ways to make use of Excel more efficient, by applying software development and design principles