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If insurers were hopeful that at the least their mandatory responses to the Climate Risk Survey required in three states would remain confidential they will be very disappointed to discover that wont be the case.
Winston-Salem, N.C.-based bank BB&T Corp. has acquired Roseland, N.J.-based wholesale-insurance broker Crump Group Inc.
Risks associated with the Super Bowl have grown more complicated with so many events and activities planned around the actual game. Experts weigh in on some of the top risks for both the Super Bowl and events associated with it.
Chicago-based insurance broker Aon Corp. says 2011 fourth-quarter net income increased 20 percent as pricing in the insurance marketplace showed signs of stabilization.
Contingent-commission payouts are expected to be 12 percent higher this year than in 2011 as insurers make changes in the way they compensate agents, according to a report from consulting firm Ward Group.
Standard & Poors Ratings Service warns that signs are pointing to more unprofitable years for the U.S. Workers Compensation insurance market, and downgrades could be in the future if no improvement is shown.
Anumber of recent reports conclude that commercial-insurance rates were up in 2011s fourth quarter and are likely to remain in positive territory through 2012. But factors such as macro-economic conditions and loss-cost trends will limit insurers ability to generate underwriting profits, and carriers will have to look elsewherefor example, mergers...
While securities class-action lawsuits edged up slightly in 2011, primarily driven by mergers-and-acquisition activity, the total number remained below average for the third year in a row, according to a Stanford Law School report.
Citing the need for regulators to understand how the risk of climate change can impact carriers, three states say they will require insurers to respond to the climate-risk survey adopted by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners in 2009.
Allstate Corp. says 2011 fourth-quarter net income increased 145 percent over the prior year due to improved profitability in its insurance business and solid performance in its financial segment.

From ECHO
With 79% of organizations impacted by payment fraud, legacy systems are failing to keep pace. This guide explores nine critical questions to help insurance organizations modernize their defenses and protect against today's threats.
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From Covenir
As severe weather events surge, claims leaders face immense pressure. This playbook outlines six practical strategies to improve readiness, strengthen operational resilience, and better support policyholders when disaster strikes.
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From Way.com
Harbor Insurance faced frequent complaints and low usage with their previous roadside provider. By partnering with Way, they transformed their customer experience, increased revenue, and boosted policyholder retention. Download the case study to learn how.
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From Zywave
In a competitive P&C market, price is no longer the key differentiator. This white paper introduces a practical scorecard for carriers to measure and improve the agent experience, turning ease of doing business into a growth strategy.
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From Soteris
In a soft auto market, one P&C insurer cut rates, surged new business volume 2.9x, and improved their loss ratio by 3 points. This case study reveals the AI-powered strategy they used to achieve profitable growth.
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From Cincom
Organizations face a dual challenge: reducing costs while meeting rising customer expectations. This whitepaper explores how Customer Communication Management (CCM) drives measurable ROI by improving CX and operational efficiency.
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From Cincom
Are your legacy communication systems creating compliance risks and frustrating customers? This white paper compares outdated platforms to modern CCM, revealing how to boost agility, cut costs, and deliver the personalized experiences clients now demand.
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From Cincom
Insurers face pressure to deliver fast, accurate, personalized communication. This guide explains how to use Cincom Eloquence to streamline processes, reduce manual work, ensure compliance, and lower IT dependency for an enhanced customer experience.
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From Cincom
Most health insurers use a transactional "notifier" approach for claims, creating friction. This guide introduces the "Navigator Approach," a model that uses Customer Communications Management (CCM) to humanize the claims journey, building member loyalty and trust.
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From Cincom
P&C insurers face complex regulations and costly manual compliance. This white paper reveals how to leverage automation to mitigate risk, accelerate speed to market, and turn compliance into a competitive advantage.
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From Cincom
Maintaining compliance with regulations like DORA, GDPR, and HIPAA is a critical business imperative. This white paper explores how a robust Customer Communication Management (CCM) solution helps centralize and automate processes to ensure compliance.
Download Resource
From ECHO
Policyholders expect fast, digital claim payments, but the P&C industry lags behind, risking customer loyalty. This guide explores how to overcome barriers to digital adoption and transform your payment process for the modern consumer.
Download Resource
From Zywave
As the insurance market softens, are your client relationships at risk? This self-assessment framework for P&C professionals helps you identify 7 critical signals in client behavior to strengthen retention before it?s too late.
Download Resource
From Soteris
See how one admitted insurer achieved a 14-point loss ratio improvement in just 6 months. This case study details how they moved from static rules to dynamic, data-driven risk intelligence to boost profitability and market agility.
Download Resource
From TomTom
The commercial auto insurance market is notoriously unprofitable. Discover how leading insurers are reversing this trend by enriching telematics with contextual location data to improve risk selection, reduce premium leakage, and boost ROI.
Download Resource
From TomTom
Traditional zip code data is too broad for accurate risk analysis. Explore how granular location and traffic data can help carriers improve territory definition for more competitive and precise auto insurance policy pricing.
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From ECHO
P&C insurers invest heavily in technology but still rely on multiple systems for claims payments. This brief outlines how a single, integrated solution can streamline workflows, reduce costs, and improve the claimant experience.
Download Resource
From REInsurePro
The rental market is evolving. This guide equips agents to navigate the complexities of insuring short-term rentals, flips, and vacant properties, helping you avoid coverage gaps and better serve real estate investor clients.
Download Resource
From REInsurePro
The real estate investment sector is booming, bringing a surge of clients who need more than just a basic property policy. Learn how to anticipate their coverage needs, bridge the knowledge gap, and position your agency as an indispensable partner as they grow their portfolios.
Download Resource
From ePayPolicy
Manual back-office processes can slow you down and cap your MGA's growth. Discover how top MGAs are winning back margins by automating payments and eliminating the costly churn in their cash flow. This guide will help you unlock your true scaling potential.
Download Resource
From ECHO
With 79% of organizations impacted by payment fraud, legacy systems are failing to keep pace. This guide explores nine critical questions to help insurance organizations modernize their defenses and protect against today's threats.
Download Resource
From Covenir
As severe weather events surge, claims leaders face immense pressure. This playbook outlines six practical strategies to improve readiness, strengthen operational resilience, and better support policyholders when disaster strikes.
Download Resource
From Way.com
Harbor Insurance faced frequent complaints and low usage with their previous roadside provider. By partnering with Way, they transformed their customer experience, increased revenue, and boosted policyholder retention. Download the case study to learn how.
Download Resource
From Zywave
In a competitive P&C market, price is no longer the key differentiator. This white paper introduces a practical scorecard for carriers to measure and improve the agent experience, turning ease of doing business into a growth strategy.
Download Resource
From Soteris
In a soft auto market, one P&C insurer cut rates, surged new business volume 2.9x, and improved their loss ratio by 3 points. This case study reveals the AI-powered strategy they used to achieve profitable growth.
Download Resource
From Cincom
Organizations face a dual challenge: reducing costs while meeting rising customer expectations. This whitepaper explores how Customer Communication Management (CCM) drives measurable ROI by improving CX and operational efficiency.
Download Resource
From Cincom
Are your legacy communication systems creating compliance risks and frustrating customers? This white paper compares outdated platforms to modern CCM, revealing how to boost agility, cut costs, and deliver the personalized experiences clients now demand.
Download Resource
From Cincom
Insurers face pressure to deliver fast, accurate, personalized communication. This guide explains how to use Cincom Eloquence to streamline processes, reduce manual work, ensure compliance, and lower IT dependency for an enhanced customer experience.
Download Resource
From Cincom
Most health insurers use a transactional "notifier" approach for claims, creating friction. This guide introduces the "Navigator Approach," a model that uses Customer Communications Management (CCM) to humanize the claims journey, building member loyalty and trust.
Download Resource
From Cincom
P&C insurers face complex regulations and costly manual compliance. This white paper reveals how to leverage automation to mitigate risk, accelerate speed to market, and turn compliance into a competitive advantage.
Download Resource
From Cincom
Maintaining compliance with regulations like DORA, GDPR, and HIPAA is a critical business imperative. This white paper explores how a robust Customer Communication Management (CCM) solution helps centralize and automate processes to ensure compliance.
Download Resource
From ECHO
Policyholders expect fast, digital claim payments, but the P&C industry lags behind, risking customer loyalty. This guide explores how to overcome barriers to digital adoption and transform your payment process for the modern consumer.
Download Resource
From Zywave
As the insurance market softens, are your client relationships at risk? This self-assessment framework for P&C professionals helps you identify 7 critical signals in client behavior to strengthen retention before it?s too late.
Download Resource
From Soteris
See how one admitted insurer achieved a 14-point loss ratio improvement in just 6 months. This case study details how they moved from static rules to dynamic, data-driven risk intelligence to boost profitability and market agility.
Download Resource
From TomTom
The commercial auto insurance market is notoriously unprofitable. Discover how leading insurers are reversing this trend by enriching telematics with contextual location data to improve risk selection, reduce premium leakage, and boost ROI.
Download Resource
From TomTom
Traditional zip code data is too broad for accurate risk analysis. Explore how granular location and traffic data can help carriers improve territory definition for more competitive and precise auto insurance policy pricing.
Download Resource
From ECHO
P&C insurers invest heavily in technology but still rely on multiple systems for claims payments. This brief outlines how a single, integrated solution can streamline workflows, reduce costs, and improve the claimant experience.
Download Resource
From REInsurePro
The rental market is evolving. This guide equips agents to navigate the complexities of insuring short-term rentals, flips, and vacant properties, helping you avoid coverage gaps and better serve real estate investor clients.
Download Resource
From REInsurePro
The real estate investment sector is booming, bringing a surge of clients who need more than just a basic property policy. Learn how to anticipate their coverage needs, bridge the knowledge gap, and position your agency as an indispensable partner as they grow their portfolios.
Download Resource
From ePayPolicy
Manual back-office processes can slow you down and cap your MGA's growth. Discover how top MGAs are winning back margins by automating payments and eliminating the costly churn in their cash flow. This guide will help you unlock your true scaling potential.
Download Resource
From ECHO
With 79% of organizations impacted by payment fraud, legacy systems are failing to keep pace. This guide explores nine critical questions to help insurance organizations modernize their defenses and protect against today's threats.
Download Resource