January 2019 – Life divisions in multiline companies face unique challenges. While they are expected to produce comparable digital experiences and technological capabilities, life CIOs must execute these projects with leaner budgets and resource constraints. Life divisions must also contend with challenging data and application management issues.

While there is no “one size fits all” solution, life CIOs that leverage their business intimacy, enterprise resources, external partners, and effective internal communications can thrive under the shadow of their larger corporate siblings.