Edelweiss Life Insurance has appointed Kamlesh Jobanputra as its new Chief Technology and Data Officer. The company said the leadership move aligns with its long term digital transformation goals and reflects its focus on strengthening technology and data capabilities across operations.
According to the company’s official statement, “With a strong background in technology strategy, data driven innovation, and digital transformation, Kamlesh will play a key role in shaping the insurer’s next phase of tech modernization and data excellence enabling smarter decisions, secure operations, and a more personalized customer experience.”
In his new role, Jobanputra will lead the integration of advanced technology platforms and data analytics frameworks across the organisation. He will also drive initiatives that apply artificial intelligence, machine learning, and cloud technologies to enhance process efficiency, improve risk management, and deepen customer engagement. His efforts are expected to support a culture of innovation and agility as the insurer adapts to a fast changing environment.
Jobanputra brings extensive experience from previous roles in financial services and technology driven enterprises where he has managed large scale digital transformation programmes. His expertise in using data to develop meaningful insights is expected to strengthen the company’s ability to make informed strategic decisions while supporting operational security and regulatory compliance.
The appointment highlights Edelweiss Life Insurance’s commitment to positioning technology and data as central pillars of its growth strategy. By using advanced digital tools and maintaining a customer first approach, the insurer aims to deliver services that are intuitive, responsive, and better aligned with individual needs.
The move comes at a time when insurance companies around the world are accelerating their digital priorities through automation, predictive analytics, and AI driven decision making. With Kamlesh Jobanputra leading technology and data initiatives, Edelweiss Life Insurance aims to enhance its competitiveness and advance innovation that improves both customer satisfaction and internal efficiency.
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