Distribution

Insurance technology vendors should heed these tips when working with the analyst community.

The insurer expects in 2010 to expand its benefits by offering online, real-time, face-to-face consultations with physicians.

When developing a multichannel distribution strategy, focusing on agent commission, lead generation distribution and communication can help prevent an agent revolt.

Industry conferences shy away from vendor-led sessions.

Bill intends to protect elderly consumers from fraud.

Insurers say an Optional Federal Charter (OFC) will streamline distribution channels, lower administrative costs and provide more product choices and pricing options for policyholders.

Rich Internet applications offer insurers expanded opportunities to interact with customers, brokers and agents.

Carriers can see many benefits by providing service over the Web to commercial lines customers.

CIOs consider integration and cultural choices when deciding between Software-as-a-Service and on-premise CRM.

Recognizing the potential for relationship building, a number of insurers turn to social media.