All the headlines from our Productivity Topic Page, ordered by recency.
Nov 19 2025 // This post is part of a series sponsored by EZLynx.With fall in full swing, independent insurance agencies are gearing up for one of the busiest—and most festive—times of the year. Between Thanksgiving dinners, holiday...
Jun 12 2025 // This post is part of a series sponsored by AgentSync.The reality of today’s insurance landscape: Speed is king. One lead-response vendor study said 78 percent of sales go to the first vendor to respond to a lead. And...
May 12 2025 // The number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits fell sharply as the spring break-related boost from the prior week faded, suggesting the labor market continued to chug along, though risks are...
Apr 29 2025 // This post is part of a series sponsored by Expert Insured.In today’s highly competitive insurance market, MGAs and wholesalers require more than just basic management tools. They need intelligent, scalable solutions...
Apr 12 2025 // This post is part of a series sponsored by Expert Insured.Managing policies within a multi-carrier distribution model can be a complex and resource-intensive task for MGAs and wholesalers. The need to oversee the entire...
Mar 21 2025 // This post is part of a series sponsored by EZLynx.It’s no secret that the insurance industry has been grappling with a talent shortage, and it’s creating some big challenges—especially for independent agents....
Jan 29 2025 // Two deputy commissioners at the Alabama Department of Insurance will take on new roles in an effort to improve efficiency and outreach at the agency, Commissioner Mark Fowler announced Tuesday.Larry Chapman, with the DOI...
Dec 16 2024 // This post is part of a series sponsored by AgentSync.Keeping insurance producers’ licenses and appointments compliant is a critical responsibility shared by nearly everyone in the insurance distribution channel....
Sep 30 2024 // This post is part of a series sponsored by Selectsys.The insurance industry is undergoing significant transformation, driven by the adoption of automation in Business Process Outsourcing (BPO). By integrating technologies...
Sep 5 2024 // This post is part of a series sponsored by Selectsys. In today’s digital age, data is the lifeblood of the insurance industry. Accurate and efficient data extraction is crucial for streamlining operations, reducing...
May 21 2024 // The types of business which are most likely to use artificial intelligence are seeing growth in workers’ productivity that is almost five times faster than elsewhere, raising hopes for a boost to the broader economy,...
May 8 2024 // This post is part of a series sponsored by Dyad.In the dynamic landscape of insurance distribution, the convergence of efficiency and innovation is reshaping traditional workflows and elevating user experiences. Amidst...
Apr 4 2024 // ALKEME in California announced the creation off two regions called West – North region and the West – South/South Pacific region for its operations as part of actions the firm said will enhance operations, speed...
Apr 1 2024 // This post is part of a series sponsored by Dyad.In today’s fast-paced business environment there is a common theme whether you are a retail agency, wholesaler, or MGA: You are continually seeking ways to streamline...
Jul 19 2023 // This post is part of a series sponsored by AgentSync. At its fundamental level, compliance is about making sure the people you have selling products are authorized to sell them, and are doing it right away AND the right...
May 8 2023 // The traditional job as we know it is slowly being replaced by skills-based work models. Could the shift help you recapture productivity?When it rains, it pours. The labor market was already strained in some industries...
Nov 1 2022 // This post is part of a series sponsored by AgentSync. Appointments, terminations, license verification – the duties of compliance never end, and insurance carriers making a sincere effort to keep up can be quickly...
Oct 13 2022 // With rising inflation and the prospects of a recession on the horizon, the present macroeconomic environment is forcing property/casualty underwriters to adapt to new technologies and sources of data. All the while,...
Sep 22 2021 // Swiss Re is partnering with Claim Genius, an insurtech that provides artificial intelligence (AI) insurance claims solutions, to enhance motor claims efficiencies with real-time damage assessment and...
Jul 13 2021 // A Cornell University-led research team has calculated that by the year 2050, vehicle electrification, driverless cars and ride sharing could prevent 5,500 premature deaths and save $58 billion annually, while...