Marketing & Distribution

Test Your Knowledge: Commercial Lines Submissions Process

Test your commercial lines submissions knowledge and learn ways to improve the process for the benefit of all those involved – agents, insurers and insureds.

2020 , Agent-Insurer Connectivity , Industry Trends , Insurers , Marketing & Distribution

Industry Trends

COVID-19: Personal and Commercial Lines Policy Transaction Index Report

Analyzing more than 120 million data transactions, this special COVID-19 Index report measures the month-to-month volume of specific policy transaction types, like new policies, policy changes, policy cancellations and policy renewals for both personal commercial lines policies relative to transaction trends.

2020 , Agents , Industry Trends , Insurers , MGAs

Access to Markets

The Future of Markets: Appetite On-Demand, At Your Fingertips

While the volume of insurer appetite available to agents searching for markets is high, finding the right match for a commercial risk remains a challenge for many agents.

2020 , Access to Markets , Agents , Industry Trends

Agent-Insurer Connectivity

A Book Roll Solution Made for These Times

Even in this time of social distancing and remote working, your day-to-day business activities need to continue. Some activities traditionally involve working with agents face-to-face, but the current world we are living in doesn’t allow for in-person office visits – and might not for some time. How can you do so if you can’t visit offices in person?

2020 , Agent-Insurer Connectivity , Insurers

Industry Trends

Coming Together in a Time of Crisis

We are all going through a trying time right now but through all the anxiety, confusion, isolation and Tiger King, the human spirit remains. People around the world, our industry, and here at Team IVANS are doing amazing things to support educators, first responders, healthcare workers, and local businesses they used to frequent. We want to share some of them with you because who doesn’t love Some Good News.

2020 , Agents , Industry Trends , Insurers , MGAs

Industry Trends

Tech Talk with IVANS Expert Brian Wood: Part 2

IVANS’ Vice President of Data Products Group Brian Wood recently answered a lightning round of questions for IVANS. Read on for Brian’s insights about the transformative properties of data analytics for independent agencies.

2020 , Access to Markets , Agent-Insurer Connectivity , Agents , Industry Trends

Industry Trends

Tech Talk with IVANS Expert Brian Wood: Part 1

IVANS’ Vice President of Data Products Group Brian Wood recently answered a lightning round of questions for IVANS. Read on for Brian’s insights about the transformative properties of data analytics for independent agencies.

2020 , Access to Markets , Agent-Insurer Connectivity , Agents , Industry Trends

Industry Trends

A Conversation with IVANS Expert Paul Warga

IVANS’ vice president of product management, Paul Warga, recently sat down virtually with Olivia Schmitt of Total CSR on Agency Nation Radio. Read on for a few excerpts from the interview.

2020 , Agent-Insurer Connectivity , Agents , Industry Trends , Insurers , MGAs

Industry Trends

How to Celebrate Earth Day While Sheltering in Place

Although the COVID-19 pandemic has caused concerts, sporting events and other exciting spring plans to be put on hold, one thing that’s not cancelled is Earth Day.

2020 , Agents , Best Practices , Industry Trends , Insurers , MGAs

Agent-Insurer Connectivity

Connect with Your Insurers

To assist you in getting started or even more connected through additional digital tools, IVANS offers educational resources, including webinars, product videos, brochures and more. See what these resources can do to help your business collaborate better with your insurer partners.

2020 , Access to Markets , Agent-Insurer Connectivity , Agents , Automated Servicing

Business Continuity

Breaking Down the CARES Act – What This Means for Your Business

This past Friday, March 27, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act made headlines as the largest economic stimulus package in U.S. history. The Act includes relief for businesses and individuals, assistance to states, and key protections for workers.

2020 , Agents , Business Continuity , Insurers , MGAs

Agent-Insurer Connectivity

Does Your Agency Have What It Takes to Become IVANS Connected?

Each year, IVANS recognizes agencies committed to getting the most out of IVANS Exchange and IVANS Markets with the IVANS Connected program. Participation is easy.

2020 , Agent-Insurer Connectivity , Agents

Marketing & Distribution

Putting a New Lens on Digital Distribution

Does your business already take advantage of digital distribution or plan to soon? The digital ecosystem of insurance is rapidly evolving and those businesses reluctant to implement digital practices, in place of outdated traditional methods, may fall behind the curve. Your continued success may depend on how you react as we navigate toward the future of insurance.

2020 , Agents , Industry Trends , Insurers , Marketing & Distribution , MGAs

Business Continuity

Coronavirus Outbreak: Business Continuity for IVANS Customers

Your business continuity is our #1 concern. As your trusted technology partner, we are here to help your business continue to operate without interruption.

2020 , Agents , Business Continuity , Insurers , MGAs

Automated Servicing

The Secret to Generating More Benefits Business for Your Insurance Company

Benefits carriers face many challenges when manually handling the exchange of benefits information such as policy details, coverage, minimums, premium payments, and commissions among other information between their businesses and broker partners.

2020 , Automated Servicing , Insurers

IVANS Index

IVANS Index: 2019 Year in Review

Take a look at the premium renewal rate change trends of 2019 in our just-released infographic, and unlock the full report for a more in-depth look at last year’s trends.

2020 , Industry Trends , Insurers , IVANS Index , MGAs

Industry Trends

4 Things Insurers Need to Know About Agents of the Future

The way independent insurance agents conduct business is changing. Faced with an aging workforce, new insurtech competition, and the digital transformation of the industry, agents are quickly embracing technology to ensure future success and longevity.

2019 , Industry Trends , Insurers , MGAs

Automated Servicing

Enhancing Relationships and Growing Your Business, One Download At a Time

If you’re an MGA and you are not offering download – you should be. As the insurance landscape becomes more competitive, independent agencies are moving to automation technology to better compete in the digital world. They expect their ecosystem partners to do the same.

2019 , Agent-Insurer Connectivity , Automated Servicing , Insurers , MGAs

Agent-Insurer Connectivity

The Latest Trends in Digital Distribution and Automated Servicing

The digital age of insurance is here. Insurtechs are starting daily. Consumers are demanding new digital services. And regulatory changes are forcing organizations to adapt more quickly than ever before.

2019 , Agent-Insurer Connectivity , Agents , Automated Servicing , Industry Trends , Insurers , Marketing & Distribution , MGAs

Agent-Insurer Connectivity

Building Better Relationships with Your Insurer Partners

Is your agency realizing the benefits of greater connectivity with insurers? Now more than ever, the most successful agencies are those building and maintaining close ties to the insurers and MGAs they work with on a regular basis.

2019 , Agent-Insurer Connectivity , Agent-Insurer Connectivity , Agents , Best Practices , Industry Trends

Automated Servicing

Going Beyond Download – What’s Available and How You Can Benefit

According to the latest IVANS Connectivity Survey, 82% of agents surveyed reported they place more business with insurers that provide automation. In the digital age of insurance, efficiency through automation can build stronger agency relationships and lead to significant time and cost savings for both your business and agencies. Are you using all the automation available to be as efficient as possible?

2019 , Agent-Insurer Connectivity , Automated Servicing , Industry Trends , Insurers , MGAs

Industry Trends

The Agent of the Future: What Carriers Need to Do to Prepare

The world of the independent agency is changing rapidly and dramatically. Shifting customer expectations are creating a need for new business models.

2019 , Industry Trends , Insurers , MGAs

Marketing & Distribution

Embracing Digital Distribution: Instantly Reach More Agents

A challenge for many insurers is finding the right agents to fit their appetite. It’s even more difficult for a new insurer since many agencies do not know where or how to find you.

2019 , Insurers , Marketing & Distribution , MGAs

Events

5 Reasons Why You Should Attend IVANS Connect 2019

Every year, insurance professionals from across the industry gather at IVANS Connect to discover the latest innovations and opportunities in digital distribution and servicing. This year’s conference takes place October 13-14 at the Aria Resort in Las Vegas with a focus on arming attendees with valuable insight, tools and techniques required to succeed in the digital revolution of insurance.

2019 , Events , Insurers , MGAs

Industry Trends

A Visual Guide to Millennial and Gen Z Buying Preferences

As previous generations retire and move to a life stage in which they consume fewer products and services, younger millennial and Gen Z adults between the ages of 18 and 38 are becoming more relevant to the insurance industry in terms of size and spending power.

2019 , Industry Trends , Insurers , MGAs

Events

IVANS Connect 2019: Hear Why It’s a Must-Attend Event

This October, insurers, MGAs and solution providers from across the industry will gather at the Aria Resort in Las Vegas for IVANS Connect 2019, the insurance industry event dedicated to advancing information exchange – connecting insurers, agencies, MGAs and their insureds through digital technology.

2019 , Events , Insurers , MGAs

Automated Servicing

The Secret to Delivering Superior Service to Your Benefits Clients

Keeping up with consumer demand for instant service is vital in the digital age of insurance. Are you sure your agency is taking advantage of every chance to automate servicing and improve customer satisfaction?

2019 , Agents , Automated Servicing

Industry Trends

Growing Insurtech Together

Every day, articles on the latest insurtech company or trends are covered in trade publications. The subject of insurtech continues to be a hot topic as the insurance industry evolves. Once a conventional industry, we’re regularly seeing more positive change and growth among small and large, new and old companies.

2019 , Industry Trends , Insurers , MGAs

Agent-Insurer Connectivity

A Journey Through IVANS’ 35-Year History

For 35 years, IVANS’ commitment to innovation has enabled thousands of insurers, MGAs and agencies from around the globe to safeguard and protect what matters most in people’s lives.

2018 , Agent-Insurer Connectivity , Agents , Insurers , MGAs

Events

In Case You Missed It: IVANS Connect 2018

IVANS Connect is the insurance industry event dedicated to advancing information exchange – connecting insurers, agencies, MGAs and their insureds through digital technology.

2018 , Events , Insurers , MGAs

Best Practices

Prepare Your Agency for the Unexpected

Extreme weather and natural disasters are becoming more commonplace and can have financially debilitating effects on businesses that are not prepared. Take last year’s hurricane season for example.

2018 , Agents , Best Practices

Agent-Insurer Connectivity

Insurers, Ever Wonder How You Can Better Support Your Agency Partners?

Today, insurance agencies face many challenges that they didn’t contemplate years ago. Consumer buying behaviors and patterns are different.

2018 , Agent-Insurer Connectivity , Industry Trends , Insurers , MGAs

Agent-Insurer Connectivity

Connectivity: The Secret to Competing in the Age of the Customer

Today, insurance agencies face many challenges that they didn’t contemplate years ago. Consumer buying behaviors and patterns are different.

2018 , Access to Markets , Agent-Insurer Connectivity , Agents , Best Practices

Access to Markets

One Click Away from the Best Markets: New Market Discovery Tools

Have you ever spent several hours reviewing appetite guides or visiting insurer portals to see if they have appetite for the business you are looking to write?

2018 , Access to Markets , Agent-Insurer Connectivity , Agents

Automated Servicing

Surety Bond Download: Save Even More Time

Do you find yourself spending hours sifting through emails, printing and scanning documents and attaching files for surety bonds? For years, producers have manually managed surety bond documents and information, greatly reducing staff productivity and wasting valuable time.

2017 , Agent-Insurer Connectivity , Agents , Automated Servicing

Industry Trends

Women in Insurance: Meet 2 Industry Leaders Paving the Way for the Future of Insurance

Insurance Networking News’ 9th Annual Women in Insurance Leadership conference took place recently in Chicago, celebrating gender diversity in the workplace and honoring the important contributions of women who have helped redefine the insurance industry.

2016 , Agents , Industry Trends , Insurers , MGAs