Insurance

Software is still a hot area for VC investment, but green technologies seem less appealing.

While insurers have the technology to do amazing things, they must not let organizational issues hinder them from putting it to good use.

Report says technical wherewithal more important than ever as industry bounces back from financial crisis.

Expense reduction, growth strategies and improving underwriting results are atop commercial carriers’ list of concerns, says Novarica.

Research says the percentage of workers that utilized the premium subsidy contained in the stimulus package was lower than expected.

Integro will be positioned to add reinsurance brokerage services in United States.

ClaimCenter to provide a foundation on which to grow Torus’ business.

Insurer plans to hire 350 licensed sales professionals to accommodate its expansion plans in Ohio.

To date, insurance pricing and conditions have remained stable, with flat or lower pricing being typical for the majority of insureds in the majority of coverage lines, notes insurance broker Marsh, which issued a report this week on the state of the P&C and reinsurance markets.

The insurer's airship will ensure against virtual crop withering in Facebook's popular game.

Banks that set goals for advisers' life insurance sales sell more, say research firms.

Insurers may glean ideas from successful mobile apps developed by their banker brethren.

Despite the economy's negative effect on insurers' IT strategies, there are a few "new normal" factors in play that may provide balance.

Association honors independent insurance agent associations in 11 states that "demonstrate outstanding commitment to education programs."

Legal requirements drive tech product development and data management policies.

Analysts from around the globe discuss regional insights that could aid U.S. insurers.

Company will cut 1,500 – 1,800 jobs as it digests Hewitt acquisition.

S&P revises its outlook on Swiss Re, A.M Best affirms The Hartford Steam Boiler Group. Moody’s downgrades AXA UK Life and agencies react to Everest Re’s executive leadership announcement.

Japanese typhoons, changing economic conditions in China and earthquakes in Seoul could cause Supercat-sized insured losses, says Aon Benfield.

Putting analytics in the hands of decision-makers up and down the line helps affect positive and profitable changes for the business as situations change.