How technology enables brokers and agents to do what they do best
Insurance distribution channels are evolving as the legacy systems of web-based lead generation no longer work.
3 ways insurance agents/brokers can embrace tech to better serve clients
To stay competitive, agents & brokers should embrace technology as a way to build relationships & demonstrate expertise.
Why tech adoption is slow at independent insurance agencies
Infographic: Agents now spend less time scrutinizing internal processes and more time exploring fresh ways to serve customers.
How insurance brokers are increasing their productivity through technology
Here are a few tools for increased productivity and efficiency in the insurance market.
How insurance agents can use bots for a competitive edge
Artificial intelligence and bots can help independent insurance agents better serve clients and compete more effectively in a tight market.
Signs of an insurance industry digital master
Investments in digital transform are expected to reach $2 trillion by 2021. But are these investments translating into business results?
The future of virtual agents in P&C insurance
Machine learning and virtual agents will continue to improve insurance sales.
Touchless claims can save the insurance customer experience
Insurers are now embracing and leveraging new innovations that offer customers the choice and speed they're looking for.
Embrace the Amazon effect. Your customers have.
If Amazon has taught us one thing, it's that simply meeting customers' expectations isn't enough.
Here's how AI is already impacting the insurance industry
It's critical to understand how artificial intelligence will transform insurance and the world.
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