Agency Management Systems (AMS)

InsurTech’s once-disruptive influence has done a full 180, shifting from sidelining independent insurance agents to empowering them as essential partners in transforming the channel.

When independent agents give product feedback to their technology partners, they’re not just solving the problem that’s in front of them; they’re contributing to the product’s long-term strategy.

Building and optimizing marketing technology (MarTech) requires a mindset shift for agents. Fortunately, many agents may find that the approaches they take to other activities in their lives can be instructive.

Blackwell is responsible for Applied Systems’ strategic growth business units, including Ivans, EZLynx and Applied Pay, as well as Applied’s corporate financial functions.

People constantly check their devices for notifications, and there are only a handful of moments in the day when most people aren’t within reach of their phones.

By embracing InsurTech, smaller agencies can keep pace with the evolving insurance landscape and gain a competitive edge.

Butler leads the strategy for Vertafore’s connective products for commercial and personal lines, identifies market hurdles and establishes go-to-market plans to ensure launch readiness and success.

Sarah Cooke, director of personal lines at WalkerHughes Insurance in Indianapolis, shares how the agency took technology into its own hands to overcome challenges in the hard market.

The insurance industry is no stranger to outdated technology. But do you know how much it can cost your independent insurance agency?