Paul Wishman joins insurance practice of CGI in London

Technology consultancy CGI has picked up digital transformation expert Paul Wishman, who joins as a Vice President in its Global Insurance line. He will be based out of the firm’s London office.

Paul Wishman joins CGI as Vice President of the firm’s Global Insurance line, situated in London, and brings extensive experience in the domain of driving digital growth and transformation at high-level insurance companies to the firm, and will work in the firm’s global division to support clients develop top-level digital vision and execution strategy.

Prior to his arrival, Wishman filled a number of senior positions including Group eCommerce Director at LV=, a role he held for nine years; Online Director at esure Insurance Services, a role he held for three years; and Head of Business Systems at Insurecom.

Most recently, Wishman became Principal and Owner of financial service focused Digital FS Consultancy, working independently after a brief stint with Swinton Insurance as a Digital Advisor.

Commenting on the appointment, Penny Hembrow, Senior Vice-President of Industry Strategic Consulting at CGI, said, “We have seen a marked increase in the demand for digital capability from our insurance clients, especially in how to execute to create bottom line results, Paul brings this expertise to our clients.”

“Insurance is on the cusp of rapid business model change as technology and customer expectations converge”, Wishman explained. “In parallel, significant combined ratio pressure means that benefits need to be delivered fast. I look forward to engaging with the CGI regional teams to ensure our clients have access to all our capabilities to help them with digital transformation and innovation.”