Futurecast
Vitech Systems Group
Welcome to Futurecast, Vitech's forward-thinking podcast dedicated to exploring the evolving landscape of the group insurance and retirement industries. Our mission is to equip industry leaders with cutting-edge insights and strategic foresight to future-proof your business in an increasingly dynamic market.
In each episode, we engage with pioneering executives, innovative thought leaders, and industry disruptors from the insurance, pension, and pension risk transfer (PRT) sectors to uncover emerging trends, analyze complex challenges, and showcase transformative technologies that are reshaping the future of employee benefits.
Join us as we explore the innovative technologies and visionary people revolutionizing complex business processes and reshaping the landscape of insurance and pension administration.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Futurecast episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Futurecast for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Futurecast episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
State of the Public Pension Industry
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07/18/22 • 18 min
Our guest, Bryce Haws, SVP of Sales and Marketing at Linea Solutions, discusses the state of the Public Pension Industry and how post-pandemic changes are having a positive impact on technology and digital self-service. Listen in and learn how pension systems are adapting.
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10/10/23 • 24 min
Join Dan Doonan, Executive Director at NIRS, and our host, Steve, as they dive into the world of retirement. They explore retirement plan options available for different professions, the impacts of legislative changes, the complexities of social security, and the pivotal role that pensions play in securing your financial future.
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06/17/22 • 21 min
Hear from Nick Rockwell, President of Eastbridge Consulting, on the state of the group voluntary benefits market. What are some of the critical changes happening in the market and how are cases won and lost these days? Tune in as Nick answers these questions and more.
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08/23/23 • 22 min
In this episode, we're joined by David Bartash, Senior Business Data Project Manager at Managed Business Solutions. David and Steve discuss the data transfer process in pension administration system implementation projects, and how a strategic approach to data cleansing, mapping, and profiling can lead to a seamless migration.
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The Evolving Cyber Threat Landscape
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07/25/23 • 26 min
Steve and Vitech’s CISO, Robert Hopps, discuss all things cybersecurity, the evolving threat landscape, and how we can work together to develop highly successful security programs.
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ITC Technology Roundup
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10/13/22 • 18 min
Join Todd Eyler, Vitech’s Vice President of Strategic Marketing, and our host, Steve Brandt, as they review the tech highlights from ITC 2022.
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01/10/24 • 28 min
In this episode, we explore generative AI and quantum computing and their impact on the insurance industry with guest Amit Unde, Vice President and CTO for the Insurance Business Unit at LTIMindtree. Amit's expertise lies in devising digital strategies and crafting innovative solutions tailored for the insurance industry, making him a driving force in reshaping the industry landscape.
Join us for this thought-provoking conversation as we uncover the transformative potential of generative AI and quantum computing in the insurance sector, navigating the fine line between innovation and risks in reshaping the future of insurance operations.
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Agile Delivery
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08/15/22 • 21 min
Join Carl Katz, Sr. Director of Strategic Agile Delivery at Vitech, and our host, Steve Brandt, as they talk about the one of the hottest topics in group benefits today – Agile Delivery. What it is, why it’s so important, and how companies can make a smooth transition to this not-so-new delivery method. Listen in and learn more.
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Making a Deeper Customer Connection
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11/16/22 • 20 min
Join Insurance Practice Leader at Cognizant, Craig Weber, and our host, Steve Brandt, as they discuss how creating deeper emotional connections in insurance can increase growth and brand loyalty. Listen in to learn more.
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06/13/23 • 19 min
In Part 2 of this important conversation, Charlie and Steve dive deeper into how the insurance industry can address climate change and how InnSure is accelerating the effort.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Futurecast have?
Futurecast currently has 20 episodes available.
What topics does Futurecast cover?
The podcast is about Retirement, Insurance, Podcasts and Technology.
What is the most popular episode on Futurecast?
The episode title 'Revolutionizing Insurance: Generative AI and Quantum Computing' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Futurecast?
The average episode length on Futurecast is 22 minutes.
How often are episodes of Futurecast released?
Episodes of Futurecast are typically released every 33 days, 10 hours.
When was the first episode of Futurecast?
The first episode of Futurecast was released on Jun 17, 2022.
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