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While affirming its 2014 profit forecast, insurer said it was evaluating expectations for the new year.

Insurers will prioritize analytics, mobile and three other next-generation technologies in 2014, says Strategy Meets Action. Find out how the research and consulting firm came to these five.Throughout January, as SMA Founder Deb Smallwood details each of the five next-generation technologies — the current landscape of the technology, opportunities and challenges that come with the technology and action items for insurers.First up, Analytics and Big Data.

Application is designed to improve policyholders' experiences, reduce costs and shorten cycle time.

New organizational structure intended to strengthen client services, better align resources to that goal and drive growth.

Since last year, new skills and new thinking are more urgent than ever, even as budgets and technology needs remain static.

With the acquisition, Insureon will exceed $100 million in total premium; deal between online provider of BOP insurance and national independent distributor expected to close in January.

Hub International Acquires Assets of Pinnacle Partners Member Firms

Brightway Insurance to Acquire Towne Center Insurance

Questar Capital Names Halverson as Director, Field Development

Insurers need to think not just about how customers want to buy a product, but the total lifetime experience.