Description: Letter fron the Chairman.

Description: Bayesian networks are one of many models that are useful for predictive modeling. This article introduces the concept of Bayesian network and shows how time-series data can be modeled for a Bayesian network.

Description: Big data and machine learning have been making headlines across industries everywhere, how will it impact the world of actuarial science?

Description: The editorial explores opportunities for the actuarial profession that can be achieved through innovation.

Description: Read the December 2018 issue of Small Talk published by Smaller Insurance Company Section. Practical information on trends that impact sections and activities.

Description: This article delves into a new line of statistical thinking of the author, that may be useful for product development actuaries. The key concept is how product design can produce products that diversify quickly, meaning that the company can be confident of a profitable product line, based on fewer sales than might be true for other designs.

Description: SOA Product Development Section Contest Winning Article. Contest was to provide a creative article on future technology for the life insurance industry.