The insurance industry is undergoing significant changes driven by new technologies like the Internet of Things, data analytics, and humanoid robotics. Data in particular will change business models by representing new value and enabling the sharing of customer data while respecting privacy. Best practices include using predictive analytics by insurers like Santam and Progressive to streamline processes, signal fraud, implement usage-based pricing, and develop real-time models. Examples given are using aggregated insurance and public data to target police efforts to prevent burglaries and better prepare for climate change-related events like flooding to lower insurance payouts and premiums.