Technology
Open GI and Applied Systems pass Biba software house audit
The two providers announced separately that they passed the review which was prompted by problems with SSP last year.
InsurTech Futures: Synechron launches InsureBOT in the UK
Firm says new AI offering will be able to do some of the tasks traditionally performed by brokers.
What SME brokers can learn from InsurTech start-ups
Jonathan Swift explains that brokers have a lot to learn from firms like Bunker, Cover Wallet, Embroker, and Next Insurance.
InsurTech Futures: InMyBag uses tech to fight fraud
The appointed representative, which offers cover for mobile devices, is to partner with machine learning firm Featurespace to prevent fraud.
Top 5: Cracking cyber crime
Hiscox’s Stephen Ridley and Peter Wilson from the Home Office outline what brokers can do to improve cyber security for themselves and their clients.
InsurTech Futures: Brokerbility joins forces with InsurTech firm
Partnership to help brokers ensure customers are not underinsured.
InsurTech Futures: Moorhouse founder sets up InsurTech firm
Lyndon Wood and winner of The Apprentice, Tim Campbell have set up a blockchain firm called Blockrox.
Meet the techies: Erik Abrahamsson
Digital Fineprint head of operations Erik Abrahamsson talks us through how analysing social media data can benefit brokers.
InsurTech Futures: Hood Group launches connected home insurance pilot
The broker is testing escape of water sensor technology to inform new home insurance propositions.
Broking break: Risky Business
Our cartoon this month gets to the bottom of cyber crime
In-depth - cyber: The future of cyber
Driverless cars, smart lightbulbs, smart thermostats and data are all hackable. Brokers have a key role to play in protecting customers against this type of cyber risk, writes Rachel Gordon
In-depth - cyber: Tipping point for cyber
As businesses realise the importance of cyber insurance and more products become available, it is an ideal time for brokers to start offering the cover, explains Rachel Gordon
UK Broker Summit 2017: Brokers encouraged to understand blockchain
Brokers told that blockchain technology is set to save money on claims process.
Opinion: Mark Bower-Dyke on broking's digital future
The end of motor broking as we know it?: Mark Bower-Dyke poses the question of whether brokers will survive in an increasingly digital world
Open GI offers fraud check for brokers
The software house has teamed up with Verisk Insurance Solutions on a vehicle fraud check system.
InsurTech Futures: Broker launches insurtech incubator
Worry + Peace teams up with digital technology provider to support broker start-ups.
Ocaso joins Open GI’s Powerplace panel
The insurer has joined the Open GI platform and provides non-standard household insurance.
Clark Thomson drops Open GI for Acturis
The broker has changed software house after 20 years with Open GI.
Anthony Jones Insurance Brokers switches from SSP to Applied
Kent-based broker selects TAMCloud.
2017 the year of innovation for insurance brokers?
Pegasystems’ Tony Tarquini, explains what innovations brokers need to be grabbing on to this year.
Eastside Insurance Services moves to Applied Systems from SSP
Broker signs on to Applied TAMCloud.
InsurTech Futures: Just Miles to launch pay-per-mile car policy
Founder says new MGA launched because insurance hasn't evolved to meet customer needs.
InsurTech Futures: QuestGates launches cyber investigation service
The organisation says it has put together an expert team in the tech, telecoms, energy and media sectors.
Will insurance brokers survive in the long run?
Insurance technology expert Risto Rossar says innovation will keep brokers alive and kicking.