Software
Earnix CEO warns on red flags
If a technology provider wants to change everything a company has done then it is most likely to be a “red flag”, Earnix CEO Udi Ziv told Insurance Age.
Hug Hub to launch broker extranet service
Insurtech Hug Hub is to rollout an extranet service this summer in a move it said would save commercial brokers up to 75% of the processing cost in placing e-traded SME risks.
Opinion: How to choose the right technology
The benefits and types of technology available to brokers are well known but how to choose the right fit? Ignite’s Toby MacLachlan shares his expertise
The tech toolbox: What do brokers need?
Technology has improved in leaps and bounds over the past several years, yet what exactly do brokers need in their technological toolbox in order to succeed in today’s insurance climate? Eleanore Robinson reports
Lloyd’s picks 11 for latest lab cohort
The insurtechs have been selected based on solutions geared towards four key themes: decarbonisation and climate change; supply chains; data and models; and claims.
Ebitda and turnover stable at Open GI in 2021
The software house achieved Ebitda of £26.7m for 2021 with revenue of £41.7m but post-tax profit fell to £12m.
Blog: Getting personal with digital
Open GI’s Ben Legg explains while digital can help deliver a seamless customer experience it's not the end of personal touch.
Iprism adds product to SSP platform
According to the MGA, the platform removes the need for brokers to rekey quote data and provides a full quote and bind service, from rating and pricing to core administration, data analytics, and full policy documentation at point of sale.
Ageas moves to Amazon Web Services for Insurer Hosted Pricing
The deal also sees it move to CDL's Proteus system which the provider says gives faster access to competitive rates for brokers.
Applied Systems reveals brokers' top digital trends
In its annual digital broker survey, the software provider unveils that 66% of brokers have a digital strategy in place while only 30% are integrating data analytics to gain business insight.
Carrot selects CDL
The provider was previously using more than one tech provider.
In-depth - The digital age: An attitude adjustment
The pandemic has accelerated digital adoption for brokers. Martin Friel explores how the market has changed
Verisk-owned Sequel buys broking software specialist Ignite Systems
The deal is set to expand Ignite systems pipeline and offer Ignite's existing clients access to Sequel's infrastructure and resources.
Kerr Group moves to Applied Epic
Kerr Group is seeking to move customers through the policy lifecycle in a more digital and consistent manner.
Profits up at CDL in 2020
The software house recorded a £52.7m turnover for the year, largely in line with its results for 2019.
Biba forms Insurance Technology & Innovation Committee
It has been developed to protect the interests of Biba members and panellists include software houses.
Acturis posts revenue rise for 2020
The software house also revealed an increase in operating profit for the year.
SSP staff slashed by half following Volaris deal
214 people are up for redundancy as market says Colin Greenhill joins as CEO and Kevin Wells becomes chief technology officer.
Andy Fairchild leaves Applied Systems
Tom Needs takes over as European CEO at the software provider.
Open GI partners with Arkel on home product
The product offers cover for standard and non-standard risks for all types of properties and is now available to Open GI's broker customers.
Acturis adds CFC to panel with cyber product launch
CFC's Cyber Now product has been made available to brokers on the Acturis platform.
Acturis buys Brovada from Willis Towers Watson
Deal is the software house's second in the Canadian market.
SSP confirms job cuts as CEO Stephen Lathrope exits
CTO Kevin Gaut and COO Jim Sadler have also left the software provider, following the recent sale of SSP to Volaris Group.
Acturis partners with the RAC for breakdown cover
Acturis brokers can now access RAC Breakdown products for a range of vehicle types on either a standalone or add-on product basis.