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Aim Higher: 8 Ways Independent Agents Can Use AI to Increase Productivity and Profitabilityhttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2023/october/aim-higher-8-ways-independent-agents-can-use-ai-to-increase-productivity-and-profitabilityAim Higher: 8 Ways Independent Agents Can Use AI to Increase Productivity and ProfitabilityAgencies that incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) into their tech strategy will have the edge. Here's how you can supercharge your agency with AI.10/1/2023 4:35:00 AMTechnologySales ＆ MarketingOctoberAnneMarie McPherson Spears
How AI Is Changing the Future of Insurancehttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2023/october/how-ai-is-changing-the-future-of-insuranceHow AI Is Changing the Future of Insurance​From customer service to automated underwriting and even fraud detection, artificial intelligence (AI) promises to be a ground-breaking tool and a disruptive force in insurance.10/1/2023 4:30:00 AMTechnologyOctoberMichael Giusti
5 Areas to Research to Identify the Right Agency to Acquirehttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2023/october/5-areas-to-research-to-identify-the-right-agency-to-acquire5 Areas to Research to Identify the Right Agency to Acquire​Whether you’re a seasoned producer with an itch to do things your way or the next generation in a family-owned business, acquiring an insurance agency through a purchase or perpetuation could well be in your future.10/1/2023 4:25:00 AMPerpetuation ＆ ValuationOctoberJay Morris
Improve Your Agency’s Close Ratio With Digital Capabilitieshttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2023/october/improve-your-agency-s-close-ratio-with-digital-capabilitiesImprove Your Agency’s Close Ratio With Digital CapabilitiesWhen looking for digital tactics that can help grow your book, two simple but powerful tools can significantly boost your close ratio: automated information capture services and personalized video proposals.10/1/2023 4:20:00 AMSales ＆ MarketingTechnologyOctoberDale Steinke
Evolve Your Customer Experience With AIhttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2023/october/evolve-your-customer-experience-with-aiEvolve Your Customer Experience With AIThree ways artificial intelligence (AI) is helping independent insurance agents improve customer service.10/1/2023 4:15:00 AMTechnologyOctoberTrevor Bunker
A Real Example of the Power and Limitations of Generative AIhttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2023/october/a-real-example-of-the-power-and-limitations-of-generative-aiA Real Example of the Power and Limitations of Generative AIWhile generative artificial intelligence (AI) can answer questions and generate copy in seconds, they do have limitations.10/1/2023 4:10:00 AMTechnologyOctoberAnneMarie McPherson Spears