In the claims process, speed matters. The 2019 J.D. Power U.S. Auto Claims Satisfaction Study found that customer satisfaction with the claims process had reached an all-time high, an improvement that was fueled by shorter cycle times.

Gone are the days of default customer loyalty and complacency. Today, people want the ability to research, compare, engage with, purchase from, and have ongoing access to their favorite brands. At any time, from any place, on any device, both online and offline. With the option to choose between automation and a human representative - preferably one who can communicate effectively with a pleasant blend of empathy and humor. And if the company is environmentally and socially responsible, all the better!

It's easy to understand the value of bringing in new business. But what about your existing customers? Are they getting the same level of attention as your prospects? If not, it's probably time to rethink your strategy.

If ever there is a time when an insurance company puts its promises to the test, it is when a claim is filed. For policyholders, this can be the moment of truth when they see how well their agent or company handles their claim after an incident.

The seemingly simple function of disbursing payments is more complex for insurance than for other industries. Because the process of settling and paying a claim involves a specific set of procedures and regulations, insurers have been largely limited to good ol’ fashioned checks and snail-mail… until now.