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Mitchell Announces AI-Enable Intelligent Estimating Solution

March 31, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

Mitchell today announced U.S. commercial availability of Mitchell Intelligent Estimating an artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled claims automation solution. The solution, first announced at Mitchell’s mPower Conference in October 2019, provides an end-to-end framework that leverages artificial intelligence, a cloud-based estimating system, and patent-pending intellectual property and data – which turns photos of damaged vehicles into component-level […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Artificial Intelligence, Claims Technology, Mitchell International, Photo Estimating

CCC Introduces Photo-Estimating Lead Capture Tool for Collision Repair Facilities   

November 6, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

CCC Information Services Inc.  announced the launch of its CCC Engage Photo Estimate, a new lead generation tool for collision repairers. The Photo Estimate capability enables repairers to receive and respond to digital estimate requests submitted by consumers any time of day or night. Automated, immediate responses guide consumers in providing necessary information, including vehicle […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: CCC, Photo Estimating

Zurich North America Partners with Snapsheet on Virtual Appraisal Solution

November 1, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

Zurich North America has incorporated the use of a virtual appraisal solution into its auto claims process, allowing customers to more quickly resolve auto physical damage claims. Chicago-based Snapsheet is providing the technology behind this innovative new approach to claims. “Building and maintaining strong relationships with innovation partners, like Snapsheet, help us enhance our service […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Photo Estimating, Snapsheet, Zurich Insurance Group

USAA Using Google Cloud to Analyze Damage Photos and Identify Parts for Collision Repair Estimates

September 25, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

USAA announced that to make the claims experience faster and more efficient, it has worked with the Google Cloud to develop machine learning models that will allow for nearly instant vehicle damage estimates from digital images. According to USAA, images of damaged vehicles are sent to Google Cloud. The images are then analyzed by Google […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Artificial Intelligence, Mitchell International, Photo Estimating, USAA

Rhode Island Passes Legislation Clarifying Need for Physical Inspections on Collision Repair Claims Exceeding $2500

June 27, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

Interview with Jina Petrarca from Auto Body Association of Rhode Island details legislation

Rhode Island amends its unfair claims practice regulations. Jina Petrarca from Auto Body Association of Rhode Island details legislation in interview. The Rhode Island legislature passed House and Senate companion bills that amend and expand the definitions of unfair claims practices committed by insurers with regard to physical inspection, performance of appraisals, retail valuation and […]

Filed Under: Feature Tagged With: Interview, legislation, Photo Estimating, Rhode Island

Turkey’s Anadolu Insurance Using IBM Watson AI to Process Auto Claim Photos

May 31, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

IBM Anadolu Photo App

IBM (NYSE:IBM) and Anadolu Insurance announced that they are working together using artificial intelligence (AI) to accelerate the damage assessment process. IBM Watson Visual Recognition Service, accessible on the IBM Cloud, will help Anadolu Insurance to quickly review and analyze photos that show vehicle damage. In fact, Anadolu Insurance can now upload and assess the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Anadolu Insurance, Artificial Intelligence, IBM, Photo Estimating, Turkey

Rhode Island Senate Bills Address Insurer Use of Photos in Collision Repair Damage Estimates, Aftermarket Glass ADAS Calibration

May 6, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

Rhode Island Senate Bills 2019

Legislation scheduled for hearing tomorrow before Senate Judiciary Committee. Two bills that impact the collision repair and auto glass industry will be included in a hearing before the Rhode Island Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Bill 849 (SB 849) seeks to require that licensed appraisers perform a physical inspection and would prohibit the use […]

Filed Under: Feature Tagged With: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, legislation, Non-OEM Parts, Photo Estimating, Rhode Island

Louisiana Legislation Seeks to Prohibit Insurers from Using Photos to Generate Collision Repair Estimates

April 1, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

Louisiana House Bill 437

Legislation would require appraisers and insurers to disclose that consumers are not required to submit photos to obtain an appraisal. Bill also requires insurers to secure a signed aftermarket crash part disclosure. Legislation pre-filed in Louisiana seeks to prohibit appraisers from preparing repair estimates using photographs or telephone calls and require a personal inspection. House […]

Filed Under: Feature Tagged With: legislation, Louisiana, Non-OEM Parts, Photo Estimating

Photo Estimating and AI on Agenda for April 9 CIECA Webinar

March 26, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

CIECA logo

The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced its next CIECAst webinar will feature Raj Pofale, founder and CEO at Claim Genius. Pofale’s presentation, Photo Estimating and AI (Artificial Intelligence), will be held on Tuesday, April 9 at noon EDT.  Registration for the April CIECAst is available online. During the one-hour live broadcast, Pofale will […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Artificial Intelligence, Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association, Photo Estimating, Webinar

CCC Introduces Artificial Intelligence Estimating Tool

December 3, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

CCC Information Services Inc. (CCC) announced today it has introduced its AI solution for collision repair estimates.  CCC Smart Estimate leverages CCC’s estimating logic and AI photo analytics capabilities to pre-populate an estimate with suggestions for human estimators to review, edit, and advance. Through the process, Smart Estimate AI and human estimators learn from each […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Artificial Intelligence, CCC, Estimating Systems, Photo Estimating

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