E-Trading

Not just any start-up.

Sara Murray, managing director of new internet venture, Inspop, tells Tim Collison, about setting up the business and of the problems of getting insurers online.

Gatecrashing the party.

The traditional stamping ground of the specialist broker is feeling the force of change, with technologically-minded brokers and insurers gatecrashing the exclusive high net worth party proving that customised business can be done on a wider scale.

Source of business.

With outsourcing companies now able to perform a wide range of functions, even the smallest broker can benefit from the facilities on offer, says Simon Threadgold.

E-Commerce Watch.

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Counting on cash flow.

The strong pound is having a negative effect on the cash flow of the UK's manufacturing businesses. This is where premium finance can be a great boon - and there are benefits for the broker too. Steve Banner explains.

Turning the tide.

The yacht and pleasure boat sector has been experiencing a lull, with rates at their lowest ebb for a long time. But they are starting to climb again and insurers are beginning to jostle for position, says David Fanning.

Steve Knight.

Despite the speed at which technology is changing, PDAs could still prove invaluable for brokers.

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