Using AI and Automation to Strengthen Succession Planning
Technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, is now reshaping what it means to prepare an agency for transition.
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Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in March
In March, Independent Agent magazine saw the Big “I” realize the fruits of its work with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in revising their property insurance requirements for federally backed mortgages.
AI Tools Fuel New Era of Insurance Fraud, According to Verisk
One in three consumers would consider digitally altering their claim photos or documents, according to a report released by Verisk.
From Pilots to Production: How AI Is Rewiring Insurance
As organizations move beyond experimentation, AI is beginning to reshape the underlying workflows that power insurance operations. The shift is less about adding another tool to the stack and more about fundamentally rewiring how work gets done across the industry.
7 Trends Transforming Personal Lines
How are shifting trends impacting independent agents’ personal lines strategies? And what do clients want from their insurance relationships? Here are seven trends for the future of personal lines insurance.
Hiring Smart: How Independent Agencies Can Compete for Talent
On this episode of Agency Nation Radio, Jennifer Becker, Big “I” executive director of research and education, is joined by Claudia St. John, founder and CEO of The Workplace Advisors. During the episode, they explore how small independent insurance agencies can compete with large corporations for talent; whether artificial intelligence (AI) is helping agencies address staffing shortages or simply adding another layer of complexity; and what agency owners…
ChatGPT and Insurify Launch Auto Insurance Comparison App
Insurify, an online insurance comparison platform, released a ChatGPT app that allows users to browse, research and compare auto insurance directly through the artificial intelligence (AI) platform’s new app library.
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in January
The new year kicked off with hard-won pieces of advice from seasoned agency leaders, plus Big “I” Virtual University experts’ takes on whether a first named insured can cancel a homeowners policy without the signature of the second.
Why Adding, Not Reducing, Headcount Can Fuel Growth in The AI Era
AI may reduce manual work, but it does not reduce the need for skilled people. In fact, it increases it.
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in December
December looked at the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, the impact of claims management on customer experience, state requirements for paid leave and time off. Plus, state regulations on artificial intelligence (AI) as well as a review of 2025’s top stories.
