We are incredibly proud to be nominated for two awards, the ‘Supporting the Industry’ award and for ‘Best Place to Work’ at the Modern Claims Awards 2025. The Supporting the Industry award is a testament to our unwavering commitment to the claims industry and the vital role we play in keeping the supply chain running efficiently….
The automotive world is changing (as are many industries) thanks to AI. At Laird, we leverage this innovative technology and couple it with engineering expertise to streamline every stage of the supply chain, ensuring a smooth and effective process for all stakeholders. Powered by Swiftcase, and fully customisable, this is how it tends to work:…
We are open throughout the Christmas period working days, with the exception of our phone lines, which will be closed from 24 Dec – 30 Dec. Our team are all still working and can be contacted via our client portal or email. We wish all our staff, clients and friends and very happy Christmas.
The Institute of Automotive Engineering Assessors (IAEA) asked us our opinion on the importance of developing talent and skills to support better vehicle damage assessment. They were interested in what Laird does differently, better ways of working, keeping the team and clients happy and reducing costs, friction etc: A company is the sum of its…
Tim Evershed from Insurance Times interviews Nik Ellis following winning their 2024 Technology Champion award. “Managing director says that to stay at the forefront of technology innovation and implementation, businesses must be ‘prepared to evolve’ and have ‘the nerve’ to try new things Removing the fear of failure is key to developing great technology, according…
At Laird Assessors, we are thrilled to celebrate a remarkable achievement by two of our dedicated engineers, Paul and Gary. They have recently passed the respected Salvage Code Exam, known as the AQP, a testament to their expertise and commitment to maintaining the highest standards in vehicle assessment and salvage operations. The Salvage Code Exam,…
The role of a junior VDA motor engineer is support for the desktop VDA engineering team, learning & focusing on vehicle damage assessment. In time you’ll collaborate with various partners, such as bodyshops, insurance companies and accident management firms, while developing expertise in creating repair specifications and understanding the commercial aspects of automotive repairs. Additionally,…
In today’s fast-paced business environment, companies must stay ahead of the curve to maintain a competitive edge. Laird Assessors, a firm renowned for its expertise in motor vehicle assessments and engineering services, has done just that, as evidenced by their recent triple nomination at the prestigious Insurance Times Tech & Innovation Awards. Not only was…
The 2024 Insurance Times Tech & Innovation Awards Winners were announced by comedian and author Mark Watson on Thursday, 19th September, at the Royal Lancaster London. As Insurance Times Editor Katie Scott said: “Tonight is all about recognising the partnerships, projects and achievements that pair blue sky thinking with evolving technology to create a new breed of innovative best…
The Dark Side of Generative AI: Exaggerating Car Crash Damage for Insurance Fraud In recent years, the advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have brought about transformative changes in various industries. One of the most profound developments has been in the field of generative AI, a subset of AI that involves creating new content, such as…