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  • European Approaches To The Modeling Process Are Changing—What Can We Learn?
    European Approaches To The Modeling Process Are Changing—What Can We Learn? Feature article discussing what American actuaries can learn from their European counterparts about actuarial modeling.

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    • Authors: Bruce S Keenan, Van Beach
    • Date: Oct 2009
    • Competency: External Forces & Industry Knowledge; Technical Skills & Analytical Problem Solving
    • Publication Name: CompAct
    • Topics: Modeling & Statistical Methods>Modeling efficiency
  • Five Surprising Benefits of Actuarial Model Conversion
    Five Surprising Benefits of Actuarial Model Conversion Actuaries understand the technical benefits of converting their models to a modern actuarial system, such as new capabilities and upgraded ...

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    • Authors: Stephan Mathys
    • Date: Nov 2020
    • Competency: Results-Oriented Solutions
    • Publication Name: The Modeling Platform
    • Topics: Modeling & Statistical Methods>Modeling efficiency; Modeling & Statistical Methods>Simulation
  • Large Portfolio VA Valuation Powered by GPUs & Deep Learning
    Large Portfolio VA Valuation Powered by GPUs & Deep Learning This paper applies GPUs and deep learning to achieve orders of magnitude performance improvement in the valuation of large ...

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    • Authors: Huina Chen
    • Date: Apr 2018
    • Competency: Technical Skills & Analytical Problem Solving>Innovative solutions
    • Publication Name: CompAct
    • Topics: Annuities>Pricing - Annuities; Modeling & Statistical Methods>Modeling efficiency
  • DxCG Comments on A Comparative Analysis of Claims-Based Tools for Health Risk Assessment
    DxCG Comments on A Comparative Analysis of Claims-Based Tools for Health Risk Assessment The comments of DxCG about their participation in the SOA study A Comparative Analysis of Claims-Based ...

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    • Authors: Society of Actuaries
    • Date: May 2007
    • Competency: External Forces & Industry Knowledge>Actuarial theory in business context; External Forces & Industry Knowledge>External forces and business performance
    • Topics: Modeling & Statistical Methods>Deterministic models; Modeling & Statistical Methods>Forecasting; Modeling & Statistical Methods>Modeling efficiency
  • 2016 SOA Modeling Sessions
    2016 SOA Modeling Sessions A listing of the 2016 modeling-related sessions and webcasts from the SOA. Most meeting session recordings are available for free to SOA members. Model validation; ...

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    • Authors: Jennifer Wang, Mary Campbell
    • Date: Apr 2017
    • Competency: Professional Values>Practice expertise; Technical Skills & Analytical Problem Solving>Process and technique refinement
    • Publication Name: The Modeling Platform
    • Topics: Enterprise Risk Management>Governance; Modeling & Statistical Methods>Modeling efficiency
  • Introduction to Using Graphical Processing Units for Variable
    Introduction to Using Graphical Processing Units for Variable This article describes how to model variable annuities using a GPU along with some of the stumbling blocks. Variable annuities;GPU; ...

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    • Authors: Bryon Robidoux
    • Date: Dec 2016
    • Competency: Technical Skills & Analytical Problem Solving>Innovative solutions
    • Publication Name: Predictive Analytics and Futurism Newsletter
    • Topics: Annuities>Variable annuities; Modeling & Statistical Methods>Modeling efficiency; Technology & Applications>Computer science; Technology & Applications>Software
  • Introduction to Distributed Computing
    Introduction to Distributed Computing This article explains why distributed computing systems have grown in popularity as well as the benefits and drawbacks of implementing them. Big ...

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    • Authors: Jason Altieri
    • Date: Apr 2018
    • Competency: External Forces & Industry Knowledge>External forces and business performance; Technical Skills & Analytical Problem Solving>Process and technique refinement
    • Publication Name: CompAct
    • Topics: Modeling & Statistical Methods>Modeling efficiency; Technology & Applications>Computer science; Technology & Applications>Software
  • What is the Scope of Model Validation?
    What is the Scope of Model Validation? The author delves into other important parts that should be in the scope of model validation besides the code. model validation;solvency II;aassumptions; ...

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    • Authors: Society of Actuaries, James McClure
    • Date: Aug 2014
    • Competency: External Forces & Industry Knowledge>Actuarial methods in business operations; Technical Skills & Analytical Problem Solving>Process and technique refinement
    • Publication Name: The Actuary Magazine
    • Topics: Modeling & Statistical Methods>Modeling efficiency; Modeling & Statistical Methods>Sensitivity testing; Pensions & Retirement>Assumptions and methods
  • Running simulations using Excel without VBA
    Running simulations using Excel without VBA An explanation of a simulation tool that’s built into Excel, is easily scalable and can be added to your existing financial models with minimal effort.
    • Authors: Tim Heng
    • Date: Mar 2016
    • Competency: Technical Skills & Analytical Problem Solving>Process and technique refinement
    • Publication Name: CompAct
    • Topics: Modeling & Statistical Methods>Modeling efficiency; Modeling & Statistical Methods>Simulation
  • GAAP Long-Duration Targeted Improvements: Whether Largely a Compliance or Modernization Exercise, the Considerations for the Modeling Actuary are Numerous
    GAAP Long-Duration Targeted Improvements: Whether Largely a Compliance or Modernization Exercise, the Considerations for the Modeling Actuary are Numerous This article explores some key ...

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    • Authors: Ryan Laine, Dave Czernicki, Jean-Philippe Larochelle
    • Date: Apr 2021
    • Competency: Strategic Insight and Integration
    • Publication Name: The Modeling Platform
    • Topics: Financial Reporting & Accounting>Generally Accepted Accounting Principles [GAAP]; Modeling & Statistical Methods>Modeling efficiency