How AI Frees Agents to Focus on What Matters
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reducing administrative burden so agents can spend more time advising clients.
Technology and Tools
Applied Launches Submissionless Insurance Experience with Travelers
The solution enables carriers to proactively deliver renewal quotes directly within Applied Epic before agencies begin the remarketing process.
AI in Insurance: Threat, Tool or Teammate
It isn’t either-or. See how agents are using artificial intelligence (AI) to strengthen, and not replace, their role with clients.
Will AI Replace Independent Agents?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping insurance workflows, but it isn’t replacing the agent. Technology fits, but human expertise still leads.
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in June
June highlighted 10 young agents making their mark on the insurance industry. And the Big ‘I’ 2026 Market Share Report shows that, despite market headwinds, the independent agency channel is holding strong.
The Binder Problem: How AI Can Improve Procedure Documentation
When the gap is too big between documentation and the moment someone needs an answer, people don’t go to the manual. They ask around or guess.
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in May
May brought news of moderating pressures in the long-suffering personal lines space, with early signs that increases in reconstruction costs and personal auto premium hikes may be beginning to slow.
How Parametric Insurance Can Help Your Commercial Clients
Parametric insurance has been around for many years, but with increased data granularity and availability, these special policies are now widely available to fill coverage gaps under admitted policies.
Agent Charter: Creating an AI Governance Framework to Ensure Operational Reliance
Without a framework to guide decision-making, escalation and accountability, even the most promising AI initiatives risk stalling—or worse, creating hidden exposure.
Practical Ways to Use AI in Everyday Marketing
Here are three practical ways agents can use AI for promotion without feeling overwhelmed or losing control.
