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Three things brokers should reconsider about their technology buying decisions
The insurance industry runs on relationships and is largely why the sector works as well as it does. But that same instinct, when applied to technology buying, can quietly lead brokers into decisions that cost far more than they should. This blog…
Building insurance software that endures
Tobias Bergmann, founder and CEO of tigerlab has spent more than 18 years building core insurance platforms for brokers, MGAs and insurers. This blog reflects upon what time has taught Bergmann about the technology that holds up over the long term and…
Swift action helps keep a golf club trading after fire
When a fire broke out at a golf club, Aviva’s commercial lines property claims team acted quickly to support the business and keep disruption to a minimum. This content highlights how swift action ensured a smooth claims journey, effective cost…
Contractors Combined now available on Fast Trade
With brokers seeking to place more Contractors Combined business online - not just liability, but full combined cover, Aviva is pleased to announce that its new Contractors Combined product is now available to trade on Fast Trade. Read this content to…
Summer risk guidance for commercial and personal lines clients
With summer on the way and warmer conditions ahead, what are the risks facing personal lines and commercial lines clients? Aviva’s summer risk guidance provides some top tips for brokers on how to support your clients when it comes to managing seasonal…
FIFA World Cup 2026: The role of insurance
The 2026 FIFA World Cup comes with a significant number of risks, which subsequently find themselves in the insurance market. Luke Powis, head of crisis management at Aviva discusses the critical role of insurance in the safe and successful delivery of…
At ITC Barcelona, the biggest AI question was about brokers
Technology has changed almost every role in insurance but not equally. At ITC Barcelona, Holm Schimanski, tigerlab’s partner and chief AI officer, shared lessons from a live, multi-country broker management system rollout. This blog highlights the key…
How to make sure you don't get a red card while watching the World Cup at work
For football fans keen to watch FIFA World Cup matches while at work, what options do they have? Simon Roberts at ARAG Law explains what employees and employers need to know.
The architecture of scale: Why AI pilots fail in insurance
95% of enterprise generative AI pilots deliver no measurable P&L impact. The tools are not the problem - the foundation underneath them is. This blog highlights how brokers and MGAs can get AI ready by fundamentally changing how they handle data.
The integration problem: How disconnected broker systems are killing productivity
Insurance brokers didn't enter the industry to spend their days copy-pasting between portals. This blog highlights why many brokers are drowning in manual work and how existing technologies can be leveraged to integrate live system client data in one…
Landlords rush to buy 'squatters insurance' after Renters' Rights Act
ARAG has seen an 11% increase in sales of legal expenses and rent guarantee insurance in the first four months of 2026 compared to the same period the previous year. This article highlights why landlords are rushing to buy £300 “squatters” insurance as a…
What brokers need from a broker management system in 2026
Despite the rise of insurtech, many established brokerages continue to use legacy systems or adopt new tools without properly integrating them. This blog sheds light on the specific challenges a Broker Management System needs to solve in 2026 and why the…
Emotional resilience: Staying steady through life's ups and downs
Just as we might prepare for a marathon or even a rainy day, emotional resilience gives us the psychological tools to weather the unexpected challenges of life and work. In this content, ARAG’s partners at Vita Health Group highlight five practical ways…
Big Interview: Dave Haynes, ARAG
At the beginning of 2024, ARAG acquired DAS UK, creating a combined UK business with GWP in the region of £220m. ARAG UK CEO Dave Haynes discusses the impact of the legal expenses insurer’s acquisition of DAS and how Labour’s legislative agenda is making…
Time: To - Spotlight the importance of regional presence
Aviva’s recent Broker Barometer survey found that almost nine in ten brokers want to work with insurers that have a strong regional presence. Ahead of BIBA 2026, this content sheds light on Aviva’s regional presence and how the insurer is supporting…
Time: To - Be unstoppable together
Brokers are at the forefront of a changing world. And while the pressures are real, so are the possibilities. Ahead of BIBA 2026, Dave Martin, MD, UK commercial and chief distribution officer at Aviva highlights how the insurer is supporting brokers to…
Time: To - Spotlight speed of service
Speed and quality of service are paramount in order for brokers to deliver on their SME clients’ expectations. Ahead of the BIBA 2026 Conference, this content highlights how Aviva’s experienced SME support team are on hand to provide service levels that…
Stress awareness: Employers' responsibilities
Despite the potential financial impact on businesses due to employee stress, many employers do not understand their responsibilities related to stress. Sarah Garner, Solicitor at ARAG Law, takes a look at what the law says your employer needs to do about…
The Renters' Rights Act: What it means for landlords and how support works
The Renters’ Rights Act introduces the biggest changes to the private rental sector in many years. This content focuses on the implications for landlords, important actions to be aware of and the changes that are most relevant to legal expenses insurance…
Online betting: How to spot legitimate sites and avoid scams
Online betting has rapidly transformed the landscape of gambling. But how can you check if a betting site is legitimate and what are your legal options if your online gambling retailer won’t pay out? Simon Roberts solicitor at ARAG Law delves into the…
Mastering complexity: the premium payment processing revolution in insurance
Program administrators, including brokers, MGAs and MGUs play a vital role in facilitating insurance products. This article highlights the challenges associated with managing insurance premium payments and how premium processing systems can be leveraged…
Making tax digital for income tax: A guide to the new rules
The UK’s tax system is undergoing its biggest change in decades. Making Tax Digital is the government’s plan to move away from the traditional annual paper-based Self-Assessment towards a digital-first system. ARAG Law’s guide highlights how the new…
A spring crop of legal reforms
2025 saw the government pass several pieces of new legislation, including its flagship Employment Rights and Renters’ Rights Acts. This guide outlines the key legislative changes and deadlines that businesses and landlords need to have on their radar in…
Why rest is the foundation of better wellbeing
Sleep is one of those wellbeing basics that sounds simple - until life gets busy. Then it can quietly slip down the priority list, even though it affects almost everything. ARAG’s partners at Vita Health Group highlight the importance of treating rest as…