Podcast highlights IIABA information about top agencies' use of technology
The best-performing independent insurance agencies take technology "to the next level" and are "very consistent in how they implement that technology, " Madelyn H. Flannagan, IIABA vice president, education and research, says in a podcast interview produced by Applied Systems Inc. In the podcast, Flannagan also discussed the IIABA's gradual approach for agencies that want to improve their performance.
To hear the entire interview, search 'Applied Systems' in iTunes, or visit the Appliedcast Channel at www.appliedsystems.com.
Travelers launches Web site for small-commercial umbrella policies
Travelers announced today the launch of Umbrella Wired, an online software program that simplifies the rate, quote and bind process for agents who offer small-commercial umbrella liability policies. The program presents multiple quote options simultaneously for a variety of umbrella limits, ranging from $1 million to $5 million. The program is accessed through Agent HQ (Travelers proprietary agency support system), thereby providing immediate access to account information on the Travelers system.
For more information, visit www.travelers.com.
A.M. Best Co. announces online site for consumers
A.M. Best Co. launched Best's Consumer Insurance Information Center, an online resource designed to inform consumers about the various insurance options available to them, and to demonstrate the importance of an insurer's Best's Financial Strength Rating.
The center provides information on a variety of insurance coverages and enables users to search for an insurer and view its Best's Rating, locate state insurance department Web sites, and obtain other information.
The center can be accessed at no charge at www.ambest.com/consumers.
The best-performing independent insurance agencies take technology "to the next level" and are "very consistent in how they implement that technology, " Madelyn H. Flannagan, IIABA vice president, education and research, says in a podcast interview produced by Applied Systems Inc. In the podcast, Flannagan also discussed the IIABA's gradual approach for agencies that want to improve their performance.
To hear the entire interview, search 'Applied Systems' in iTunes, or visit the Appliedcast Channel at www.appliedsystems.com.
Travelers launches Web site for small-commercial umbrella policies
Travelers announced today the launch of Umbrella Wired, an online software program that simplifies the rate, quote and bind process for agents who offer small-commercial umbrella liability policies. The program presents multiple quote options simultaneously for a variety of umbrella limits, ranging from $1 million to $5 million. The program is accessed through Agent HQ (Travelers proprietary agency support system), thereby providing immediate access to account information on the Travelers system.
For more information, visit www.travelers.com.
A.M. Best Co. announces online site for consumers
A.M. Best Co. launched Best's Consumer Insurance Information Center, an online resource designed to inform consumers about the various insurance options available to them, and to demonstrate the importance of an insurer's Best's Financial Strength Rating.
The center provides information on a variety of insurance coverages and enables users to search for an insurer and view its Best's Rating, locate state insurance department Web sites, and obtain other information.
The center can be accessed at no charge at www.ambest.com/consumers.
