Building future-ready digital solutions for insurance services

Helmes develops custom software for insurers, insurtechs, brokers, and other insurance service providers. From automated claims and policy management to digital self-service and seamless customer journeys, we help organisations deliver more efficient insurance solutions, while keeping pace with growing automation and evolving regulations.

15+
years of experience
10+
projects delivered

An experienced digitalisation partner for insurance

For more than 15 years, Helmes has been a digital transformation partner for international insurance companies. We have helped them build innovative digital platforms and customer-facing applications, automate and speed up key processes, and deliver faster, simpler, and more convenient insurance services.

65%
insurance undertakings in the EU were already actively using Gen AI systems in 2025

AI is reshaping insurance operations

The next wave of innovation in the insurance industry is driven by the rapid adoption of AI, growing expectations for faster digital claims, and the rise of embedded insurance services. In 2025, 65% of EU insurance undertakings were already actively using GenAI systems.

Software solutions for insurance companies

Claims automation and digital claims management

Digital solutions for faster, smoother claims handling and customer communication.

Insurance platform development and policy workflows

Custom insurance platforms for policy, contract, and service workflows.

Customer, agent, and partner self-service portals

Self-service tools for simpler insurance journeys and better user experience.

Insurance process automation and back-office digitalisation

Automation of manual processes to improve efficiency across insurance operations.

Insurance integrations and data exchange platforms

Middleware and integration solutions for frictionless data exchange across systems and partners.

Digital product recommendation and customer journey tools

Customer-facing tools for personalised offers and easier decision-making.
24%
of EU consumers had purchased insurance only online in the past two years in 2025

Digital channels continue to gain ground

In 2025, 24% of EU consumers had purchased insurance only online in the previous two years. This creates significant growth potential, but also brings new risks and regulatory pressure, highlighting the need for resilient, future-ready systems – exactly the kind Helmes delivers for regulated, business-critical environments.

Case studies from the insurance sector

Digital operations for Bonnfinanz

Helmes helped Bonnfinanz establish its IT landscape after becoming an independent company. A central integration platform automated data exchange, reduced manual work, and gave advisors access to up-to-date customer information.

250K docs digitised

 

Insurance automation for Axell Claims

Helmes partnered with Axell Claims to build an automated platform that streamlines insurance contracts and claims, reducing manual work and making interactions faster and more transparent for customers and insurers.

20% lower costs

E-services for social support access

Helmes helped the Estonian Social Insurance Board launch new e-services that simplify disability assessments and benefit applications, helping residents access support faster while reducing administrative workload for staff and medical experts.

75K+ new users

Why insurance companies choose Helmes

Whether it’s a claims automation platform, an insurance portal, or a complex integration project, you can rely on us to deliver. We invest in our people to ensure continuity, deep domain expertise and reliable delivery for insurance companies operating in highly-regulated environments.

A proven track record in…

  • …insurance platform development, claims automation, and process digitalisation 
  • Strong integration expertise across internal systems, partner platforms, and third-party services 
  • Long-term delivery teams that have worked together for 5+ years on insurance-sector projects

Specialised experts in…

  • Flexible collaboration models, from dedicated product teams to hybrid teams and consulting 

Get in touch with
our experts in insurance software

Whether you’re modernising claims systems, improving customer self-service, automating insurance workflows, or exploring AI-enabled solutions, our specialists can help you evaluate options and define the right next steps before any project begins. Get started with a free consulation.
Eugene Kunda
Partner
Julia Mozberg
Partner
Eliis Väert
Partner

You will be in good hands

Our customers consistently rate us as the best external software development partner. We achieve this through long-term collaboration, stable delivery teams, and deep domain knowledge.

Trusted by leading organisations across enterprise, government, and regulated industries, we support clients through development centres in Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Poland, with additional offices in Switzerland, Germany, India, Nigeria, the USA, and Uruguay. 

70+
Net Promoter Score
1500+
experts across the world
650+
projects completed
150%
efficiency improvement
20
locations

Frequently asked questions

Still have questions? Get in touch with our insurance software experts to discuss your needs and next steps.

How do you modernise legacy claims and policy systems without disrupting operations?

We support phased modernisation, integration with legacy environments, and gradual migration of critical workflows so core insurance services can keep running reliably.

How do you address DORA in insurance software?

We design for resilience from the start, with strong security, auditability, third-party integration control, and incident readiness aligned with the EU’s Digital Operational Resilience Act.

Can you support AI-enabled underwriting, pricing, or claims in line with the EU AI Act and EIOPA’s AI guidance?

Yes. We can design AI-enabled insurance workflows with governance, traceability, and human oversight in mind, especially for higher-risk use cases.

Can your systems support open insurance / FiDA and customer-controlled data sharing?

Yes. We can design insurance platforms for permission-based data sharing and API-driven ecosystems in line with the EU’s proposed Financial Data Access framework.

Do you support Solvency II reporting-data modernisation?

Yes. We can help modernise reporting and data flows around Solvency II, including architectures that accommodate evolving taxonomy and XBRL requirements.

Can you help launch embedded insurance services and partner integrations?

Yes. We can design API-first platforms and integration layers that connect insurers with partners, distributors, and digital channels for embedded insurance use cases.

How does cooperation typically start?

Usually with a discovery discussion where we analyse your current systems and define the best approach to move forward.

How do you collaborate with insurance companies?

We offer flexible collaboration models, including dedicated product teams, hybrid teams, consulting, and specialised support.