Insurance agents and carriers bring their mobiles with them everywhere

A study conducted by FirstBest Systems, Inc. has shown that the majority of insurance agents and carriers either want or already use a tablet computer, and that virtually all of them have a minimum of one smartphone, and that they all want to have convenient information access, to be able to be able to perform tasks of a time sensitive nature quickly and easily, and to offer superior service no matter where they are or what time it is. FirstBest performed the Mobile Technology for Insurance Survey while taking part…

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Insurance agents advised to create customer contact with social media tools

Social media and mobile commerce are becoming increasingly popular among business owners and insurance agents are being advised not to miss the lesson that has been learned by more than half of all business owners already. According to a survey called SB Authority Market Sentiment Survey, performed by Newtek Business Services, The Small Business Authority, which has more than 100,000 business accounts in its portfolio – 2,200 of which were polled – 57 percent of business owners are already working to bring in new customers through the use of social…

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Gooding & Company adds its auto auction information to Chubb’s app for classic cars

The auto auction data from Gooding & Company is being added to the classic car app provided by the Chubb Group of Insurance Companies. Chubb’s mobile app users will now have access to data for upcoming Gooding & Company auctions, for the pricing of the vehicles. This is the result of a recent sponsorship renewal between Chubb and Gooding. App users will also be able to see the results of past auction sales. This Classic Car Guide app will provide mobile device users with the ability to view real-time information…

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Electric Insurance Company releases new mobile app

The Electric Insurance Company has unveiled their new mobile app called Always On, which will help its customers to gain access to a number of self-service features through the use of their Apple smartphone or tablet device. This app is designed for ease of use and allows policyholders to quickly submit an auto claim, exchange insurance information with another person, check the status of coverage, call for services relating to roadside assistance, schedule an appointment for glass repair, as well as many other features. It also includes a unique feature…

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Express App has been released in an iPad version by Loyal American Life Insurance Co.

The Loyal American Life Insurance Company, has announced that it has launched a new version of the Express App, which has been designed specifically for iPad devices. The insurer is a member of the Great American Supplemental Benefits Group and has explained that the new version of the Express App for iPad will make it possible for agents to provide quick and easy rate quotes, and to submit their business digitally for a couple of new insurance products: Cash Advantage Critical Illness and Loyal American Affordable Health Benefits. The Express…

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