Description: This discussion is divided in three sections: Further Application, asking how much accounting can be done on computers. Conversion, looking at further functions integrated into the systems by companies converting to Electronic Data Processing function-by-function and Savings, examining if it is any clearer what the ultimate savings from Electronic Data Processing will be. From Transactions of Society of Actuaries 1959, Vol. 11, No. 31.

Description: The topic of this discussion focused on the new methods of calculation, processing, and valuation using electronic equipment. From Transactions of Society of Actuaries 1955, Vol. 7, No. 19.

Description: In 1936 William Phillips “Ahead of His Time,” November 1980 issue sent a copy of his Institute paper, “Binary Calculations,” to me in Toronto. I immediately showed it to I.B.M. and offered to act as their agent in acquiring his now famous model. But soon after this the war started, causing computer design to be concentrated on machines, suitable for scientific problems to further the war effort. From The Actuary VOL. 15, No. 5

Description: Topics cover: 1. Leased life insurance, wherein a policyholder assigns his insurance to a service company and then leases his coverage for a specified term by paying a level fee. The pros and cons, underwriting issues and volume of sales related to this practice is discussed. 2. Agent training and methods of agency support.