AXA GULF
24 in its transformation drive . “ As a large company , we ’ re dependant on our partners to help deliver high quality solutions for us . We can ’ t do it ourselves ,” says Iyer . “ A good partner must have speed , agility and be adaptable . These three core values are essential and contribute to long-term success .” Janssen adds that forming the right partnerships is essential to success . “ I believe that the next step is to ensure that all our partners recognise that AXA is centered around technology ,” adds Janssen . “ I want to ensure we ’ re developing the right technology partnerships to help us drive this transformation .”
“ The biggest disruptor in the market is going to be data and how we use it . It will define our mobilefirst approach ”
— Siddhaarth Iyer , Head of Digital , AXA Gulf
As AXA Gulf ’ s transformation journey continues to gather momentum , Iyer recognises that although his company ’ s shift to digitalisation has been challenging at times , it has been a significant learning curve and he instructs other leaders in the industry to take the ‘ leap of faith ’. “ There ’ s never a right time to do it . Whether you succeed or fail , you ’ ll learn along the way ,” he explains . “ We ’ ve had our own set of failures and learnt lessons . It ’ s important that you always question
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