Agents, brokers overcoming tech barriers, but cultural hurdles must still be cleared

There seems to be a renewed enthusiasm in the independent insurance agency arena driven by a number of factors–including a more stable market, a strong group of insurance professionals taking the lead for their agencies' futures, more passionate volunteer involvement in industry associations, and a sharpened focus on customer satisfaction.

Central to all of these is a heightened recognition of the role technology can play–indeed, is playing–in making the independent agency system vibrant and viable.

Want to continue reading?
Become a Free PropertyCasualty360 Digital Reader

  • All PropertyCasualty360.com news coverage, best practices, and in-depth analysis.
  • Educational webcasts, resources from industry leaders, and informative newsletters.
  • Other award-winning websites including BenefitsPRO.com and ThinkAdvisor.com.
NOT FOR REPRINT

© 2024 ALM Global, LLC, All Rights Reserved. Request academic re-use from www.copyright.com. All other uses, submit a request to [email protected]. For more information visit Asset & Logo Licensing.