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Situation

Insurance and reinsurance companies are information driven companies, and depend on data to steer portfolios, manage risk, and meet regulation. Yet most operate with inconsistent systems and incomplete visibility. Each line of business speaks its own language. Data lives in silos, spreadsheets, and legacy systems that no longer keep up with the pace of decisions that need to be made.


Executives know this. Boards know this. The frustration is not in collecting data, but in trusting it. Reports take weeks to reconcile, and exposure reviews still start with the question, “Can we trust the data?”


The result is slow decision-making, higher costs, and a constant struggle to respond with speed when the market moves.


Complication

Adding new tools does not fix the root cause. The real issue lies in misalignment. The business wants insight; the systems provide fragments. Each team defines key metrics differently. There is no common model, no single point of truth.


In this environment, every new system or merger compounds the problem. Complexity grows, and with it, the risk of poor or delayed decisions. Insurers and re-insurers cannot afford to run a business of this size and risk on manual reconciliations. The question is clear: How can organizations simplify complexity, bring trust back into their data, and move from spreadsheets to real intelligence?


The Answer

The answer starts with alignment. A data strategy gives direction. It defines why data is collected, how it should serve the business, and who is responsible for its quality. But strategy alone does not make data usable. Execution does.


This is where ComoDash adds value. It connects to multiple data sources, ingests different formats, aligns definitions, and applies governance without requiring the replacement of core systems. It turns scattered data into organized, usable information. Decision-makers get access to reliable insights, fast.


ComoDash gives insurers and re-insurers the ability to work with their data as it is, not as they wish it were.


Example 1: Portfolio Steering and Risk Appetite Alignment

A re-insurer today needs a clear view of its exposure at any moment. Finance, risk, and underwriting all depend on it. Yet in most organizations, each department still works from its own dataset. Figures vary. Reports clash. Decisions slow down.


With a defined data strategy and ComoDash in place, this changes. ComoDash ingests data from every source, cedent submissions, claims systems, underwriting tools, and legacy databases. It profiles quality, aligns definitions, and exposes a single version of truth for everyone.


Executives now see the same exposure view across regions and product lines. Decisions that once took weeks happen in hours. Teams no longer spend time debating accuracy, they spend time managing risk.


This is not about dashboards or automation. It is about clarity. It is about replacing interpretation with insight.


Example 2: Accelerating Insight Across Legacy Systems

Large insurers carry years of inherited systems, often gained through mergers and acquisitions. Each business unit operates its own policy and claims environment. Consolidating data between them is a slow, manual process that drains capacity.


ComoDash removes that friction. It ingests and harmonizes data from all systems, regardless of structure or format. It detects inconsistencies early and flags them before they turn into reporting issues.


Leadership gains a consolidated view of the portfolio that used to take months to compile. Cross-line analysis becomes simple. Duplicate coverage, pricing anomalies, and capital inefficiencies surface in real time.


ComoDash does not replace legacy systems; it makes them work together. It turns a web of complexity into a single stream of intelligence that supports faster, more accurate decisions.


Creating Custodianship of Good Data

Once data becomes transparent, behavior changes. When people see how their work affects downstream results, ownership grows naturally. ComoDash helps make that link visible. Lineage tracking, quality indicators, and shared definitions show exactly where each number comes from and how it is used.


Underwriters trust that their pricing data flows correctly into the exposure model. Claims teams see how timely capture improves reserve accuracy. Each function becomes a custodian of good data because the connection between effort and outcome is visible.


This is how data culture is built, not by slogans or compliance, but by clarity and accountability.


The Impact

Research consistently shows that mature data strategies drive faster, better decisions. Deloitte reports that organizations with strong data governance make decisions up to 30% faster.


Across ComoDash clients, results are consistent:

  • Reporting discrepancies drop by up to sixty percent.

  • Manual reconciliation time falls by around forty percent.

  • Portfolio reporting that once took weeks is now produced within hours.

  • Executives make allocation decisions with greater confidence.


Speed and trust reinforce each other. When everyone works from the same information, decisions flow naturally, and the business moves forward.


Why Legacy Organizations Gain the Most

New insurers can design data from the ground up. Legacy organizations do not have that luxury. They carry decades of systems, formats, and embedded processes. That complexity can make change feel impossible.


ComoDash exists for that reality. It does not demand a complete rebuild. It allows insurers and re-insurers to modernize one step at a time, connecting the old and the new under a single framework.


For established firms, this is where the value lies. ComoDash eliminates the need to choose between living with bad data or starting from zero. It enables transformation through integration, bringing the benefits of speed and clarity without disruption.


Managing the Transition

Success depends on focus. Start with one high-value use case such as portfolio steering, claims consolidation, or reinsurance reporting. Define ownership, measure outcomes, and expand from there.


ComoDash supports phased implementation. Organizations can begin with data ingestion and quality monitoring, then build toward lineage tracking, access control, and self-service analytics. Each stage delivers a visible return, building trust and momentum.


This is not a technology project. It is a shift in how decisions are made.


Conclusion

Insurers and re-insurers do not need more data. They need data that works. A clear strategy provides the vision; ComoDash provides the execution. Together, they simplify complexity, restore trust, and bring speed to decisions that matter.


When every team sees the same truth and acts on it with confidence, the organization moves from being a spreadsheet nation to becoming a data-driven leader. In a business built on managing risk, that clarity is the ultimate advantage.


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We're excited to introduce a new feature to our insights tables: Run Triggers. This addition is set to change the way we handle our data, particularly in the realm of business analytics.


What are insights tables?


Insights tables are crucial for business users, offering packaged data sources that are refreshed daily. They form the backbone of our dashboards, keeping them current with the latest data inputs. Typically managed by Data Analysts, these tables are crafted for ease of use and intuitive interaction.


What is the role of Run Triggers?


Run Triggers are essentially conditions that dictate the execution of specific queries. Run Triggers automatically determine which insights tables need to be refreshed, instead of recalculating every insight table.

How Does this Benefit You?


  • Cost Savings: Run Triggers significantly reduce costs associated with data recalculations.

  • Data Processing Efficiency: Each insight run only updates the required insights tables - significantly reducing the time to deliver updated insights to your dashboards.

  • Timely Decision-Making: Run Triggers provide faster access to insights, aiding analysts and stakeholders in making informed decisions.


Read More: For a deeper dive into the technicalities of Run Triggers, check out our detailed technical blog post by clicking the "Find out more" button below.



These enhancements are not just a short-term fix; they lay the groundwork for sustained efficiency, cost savings, and quality insights delivery.




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We are excited to share that a fresh iteration of Apache Superset, the Comotion Dash visualization layer, is scheduled for release on October 24, 2023, to our beta user community. Following this beta phase, it will be officially launched for production, on January 19, 2024. The new version includes notable enhancements in the user experience related to dashboard native filters, coupled with performance boosts and increased system stability.


It's worth mentioning that 1.5 is anticipated to be the concluding minor release for Superset's first version, paving the way for the forthcoming Superset 2.0.


Some Highlighted Features of Version 1.5

  • Filters:

    • Native Filters: Dashboards now load faster, and the user experience with filters and dashboard tabs has been improved.

    • Native Filter Bar: The "Apply" and "Clear all" buttons are now intuitively located in the bottom-left corner.

    • Multiple Filter Dependency: Native filters can now depend on choices from multiple other filters, allowing for more refined selections.

  • Chart Features:

    • Custom SQL: You can create custom expressions directly within charts, eliminating the need to store them as preset expressions.

    • Single & Double Quotes: Filter values now support both single and double quotes for broader input options.

    • Drag and Drop: Easily drag a column into a metric, speeding up your workflow and eliminating manual entry of column names.

    • Generic Chart Axis: Support for various x-axis types in ECharts, offering more charting flexibility.

  • Caching:

    • URL Limit: URL Limit: We've improved dashboards with many filters by storing key settings, called "Explore States", more efficiently, resulting in faster loading and shorter URLs.

    • Permalink: Revamped permanent dashboard links for improved security and functionality.

    • Deprecate Persisting URL Parameters: Charts now accept new URL parameters without replacing the initial ones, making integration into other apps seamless.


These updates are just a handful of features that enhance the performance, usability, and flexibility of the platform, providing a more efficient and user-friendly experience.


For an in-depth explanation, check out our technical blog post by clicking the "Learn More" button below:


As always, we value your feedback and are here to help with any questions or concerns. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We look forward to hearing from you!


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