As we bid farewell to another year, it's the perfect time to look back on Connection’s top articles of 2024. From the hot topic of AI to technology tips and tricks, these articles have shared valuable insight with readers on improving operations and finding new success at their agencies. Whether you missed them the first time or want to revisit your favorites, check out these memorable reads of the year.
- The Vital Role of an Insurance Agent — and 7 Ways Prospective Agents Can Gain Knowledge
By Tanya Vlahovic, CIP, CAIB
This article explores the crucial role of insurance agents. If you are already an insurance industry expert, consider sending this to those you know who are considering the industry. We dive into the value of the agent — being able to provide industry expertise and knowledge with a human touch, as well as the role of Applied Systems products within this. So, if you are considering becoming an agent, read more about a few ways to gain knowledge.
- Don’t Overlook Indio E-Signature
By Gene Paxton
Indio provides a basic, built-in e-signature solution. While it doesn’t provide some of the tools that the name-brand providers have, it does meet the needs of sending the lion’s share of documents required for average processing. If your agency is already using Indio, then leveraging its e-signature capability could save the agency significant costs since there are no per-envelope costs for e-signature usage. If Indio is not yet being used in your agency, but you’re evaluating it, consider how the savings achieved by using Indio’s e-signature solution could offset some of Indio’s costs.
- Applied Epic Renewals Manager: A Q&A With Jim Zell from Applied’s Customer Success Team
By Jim Zell
At Applied Net 2023, Jim Zell, senior solution specialist at Applied, shared the ins and outs of utilizing the Applied Epic Renewals Manager to the fullest. Read on for his answers to a few common questions Applied users may have about this valuable tool.
- Navigating the Pros and Cons of AI Integration
By Brian D. Bartosh, CIC, CAWC, LUTCF
Insurance agencies are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline operations, enhance client services and gain a competitive edge. While the benefits of AI integration are enticing, it is essential for insurance companies to carefully consider the potential drawbacks and challenges associated with adopting these advanced technologies. Discover the benefits and challenges of adopting AI for your agency.
- Chrome Browser Tips and Tricks
By Gene Paxton
I have been pleasantly surprised as I have looked into this to discover there are many little tricks that Google Chrome offers to address most of the concerns around managing the tabs in the browser. The more I look, the more I find. The main focus of this article will be managing the tabs in the Chrome browser.