products

• As Distribution Methods Evolve, Role of Agent Must Change; Expand

  By Phil Gusman, PropertyCasualty360.com  |  December 28, 2012

  In the face of new technology and insurers offering coverage to customers direct, agencies face challenges, but the threat from this new reality is to the agents’ traditional business model, not necessarily to their existence.

• The Dark Side of Energy Savings

  By Marcos Hazan-Cohen  |  June 26, 2012

  Understanding why radiant barriers pose a signficant fire hazard during lightning storms and how to thoroughly evaluate each scene to determine subrogation potential.

• 

  Subrogation and Lightning-Induced Radiant Barrier Fires

  By Marcos Hazan-Cohen  |  June 12, 2012

  Reflective radiant barriers have become an increasingly popular means for energy savings. However, they represent a significant fire hazard during lightning storms.

• RAND, Risk Management Solutions Launch Company to Provide P&C Consulting Services

  By Staff Writer  |  March 14, 2012

  The RAND Corporation, Risk Management Solutions, Inc. (RMS), and private investors launches a company named Praedicat, Inc., that will provide consulting services and software to the property & casualty insurance industry.

• Configuration or Contortion? Making the Best Choice in Policy Systems

  By Michael P. Voelker  |  February 1, 2012

  Configurable policy administration systems deliver speed-to-market benefits to insurers but can create new challenges for both business and IT. Here are five tips you should consider following for configuration success.

• RSG Completes Acquisition of Jubilee

  By Staff Writer  |  September 23, 2011

  Ryan Specialty Group, LLC says it has completed its acquisition of specialist Lloyd’s insurer Jubilee Group Holdings Limited.

• Wells Fargo Names New Head Of Insurance Services

  By Mark E. Ruquet, PropertyCasualty360.com  |  August 26, 2011

  Laura L. Schupbach was named the new head of Wells Fargo Insurance Services to replace David Zuercher who is retiring at the end of this year.

• Markel Providing Hurricane Irene Assistance to Yacht Policyholders

  By Staff Writer  |  August 26, 2011

  Markel American Insurance Co. says it is giving additional assistance to its Markel Helmsman Yacht policyholders who may be affected by Hurricane Irene.

• Inland Marine Underwriters Set To Meet In Chicago

  May 16, 2011

  Mark your calendars: NU provides highlights of the upcoming Inland Marine Underwriters Association meeting.

• New Hires, Promotions at PCI, OneBeacon, Zurich, Lockton - Around the Industry

  By Staff Writer  |  January 31, 2011

  News from RJF Agencies, PCI, OneBeacon, Zurich, Lockton, Great American, ACIC, Acadia, Assurex, K&K, Burns & Wilcox and more.

• Pat Sullivan Joins PMSI as President, Ancillary Services Division

  By Staff Writer  |  January 17, 2011

  Tampa-based PMSI names new division president.

• Feds Give Flexibility To Limited Benefit Med Plans

  By Allison Bell, Arthur D. Postal, PropertyCasualty360.com  |  September 15, 2010

  An insurance agents' group is lauding the decision of federal officials to provide the industry great flexibility when selling limited-benefit medical plans.

• Pharmacy Spending Rising in Workers' Comp Claims

  By Eric Gilkey, PropertyCasualty360.com  |  July 14, 2010

  Average pharmacy spend per injured worker is increasing due in large part to increases in prescription drug prices, according to a report from PMSI.

• Third Time's the Charm for SharePoint

  By Paul Rolich  |  July 13, 2010

  Rather than simply list the features of SharePoint 2010 in a structured manner, I am going to arbitrarily discuss some of the things that in my opinion make this product exciting.

• Insurers Looking To Get On Board The Mobile Technology Bandwagon

  By Joe Dysart  |  March 22, 2010

  While property and casualty insurers are not always known for being on the cutting-edge when it comes to technology, a number of carriers have already taken the plunge into the rapidly developing mobile device arena.