In-depth - technology: The emergence of broker tech
New technologies, such as telematics, apps and big data are changing the way brokers work and clients buy insurance. Sam Barrett looks at how the industry is keeping pace with the the tech
Ever since the first computers started appearing in offices in the 1970s, technology has helped brokers to work more effectively. Now, with platforms offering access to tools and services that enable greater efficiencies and more differentiation, technology will help to shape the future for the broker market.
The role of broker management systems in broker businesses has grown significantly over the years. “Services started out bringing together an insurer and a broker, creating a platform to
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