The Cloud Dilemma: Agility vs. Security in Insurance

In this episode of the NTT DATA Thought Leadership Podcast, host Leonardo Uego, Global Marketing and Communication Headquarters, welcomes Juan Mazzini, Celent Director & Head of the Insurance Practice at EMEA, APAC & LATAM , to explore the evolving role of cloud in the insurance industry.

Together, they discuss how cloud has shifted from a back-office enabler to a strategic foundation for innovation, agility, and modernization. Juan shares insights from Celent’s latest research, highlighting the drivers behind cloud adoption—including operational efficiency, AI readiness, data analytics, and security.

The conversation tackles key questions insurers are facing: How can they move from cost containment to value creation? What does a modern cloud-native architecture look like? And how can insurers unlock real business impact while navigating regulatory challenges and growing customer expectations?

They also explore best practices like establishing a Cloud Center of Excellence, embracing data-driven culture, and prioritizing collaboration to drive transformation at scale.

Tune in to discover how insurers can turn cloud into a competitive advantage and reshape their business models for the future.