Mobile
Countdown to ISA: Q&A with KPMG's Martin Noble
As part of a series counting down to Insurance Strategy Asia, Insurance Insight spoke to Martin Noble about his views on the Asian insurance market.
Insurance the micro way
Much of the world's population has now moved out of extreme poverty and into the lower middle class. Francesca Nyman examines whether there is a market for micro-insurance in this demographic.
Your say: Death by data or real opportunity?
The insurance industry has struggled to exploit the true value of data, says Vince Chaney.
Are you listening to your customer?
The perception in the insurance market is that all customers care about is price but, as Geoffrey Godding and John Cooper reveal, a recent survey highlighted that brand, financial security and insurer interaction are just as important.
Digital Insurance Stategies: Industry-wide smartphone claims app is way forward
Technology-savvy experts believe the introduction of an industry-wide smartphone claims app could improve take-up.
Digital Insurance Strategies: Boards need to see ROI from digital innovations
RSA direct arm More Than has delivered "six-figure" savings in a matter of months with its online renewal system, driving "huge benefits" for the business.
Digital Insurance Stategies: 2012 will finally be the year of the smartphone
This is the year for mobile technology to really take off, according to Amir Rozenberg, APM global manager mobile, Compuware Gomez.
Assurant appoints European head of mobile business from Sony Ericsson
The European business unit of Assurant Solutions has appointed Nino Treusch as head of mobile business development for Europe.
RDT launches Iphone app
RDT said its new Iphone and Ipad application delivers landscape business managers with real-time management information direct to their mobile device.
Money Supermarket launches car insurance app
Money Supermarket has launched a “front-end” motor insurance app for the Iphone.
PSTF: Digital channels set to dominate distribution
Insurers must embrace digital channels as the next dominant model for distribution, as the race to secure web-based connections with customers, partners and suppliers gathers momentum.
Interview - Duncan Spencer: Calling the shots
Mobile phone insurance has been branded ‘useless’ by some and touted as the next potential mis-selling scandal, but Duncan Spencer believes there is a growing need for the product.
PSTF: Eliminate social media confusion before policies tested by regulator
Law firm Taylor Wessing has urged companies to implement formal social media policies, or risk falling foul of the regulator.
PSTF: Ignoring mobile interaction could be ‘devastating’
Companies that are yet to fully embrace the web should look straight to mobile to ensure competitive advantage.
Swiftcover goes mobile
Swiftcover has created a dedicated site for mobile users, allowing visitors to get a quote and purchase car insurance on a website specifically designed for their smartphone.
Insurance Insight September: Renewable energy, mobile technology and THB
Insurance Insight September is now live with an article on insurers’ growing interest in renewable energy; a look at the new demand for mobile insurance; and an interview with broker THB to find out about its latest expansion plans.
Embracing the mobile technology boom
Recent research suggests that with consumer demand for mobile devices on the increase insurance cover is set to grow. Jakki May reports on whether insurers are taking full advantage of this in emerging Europe.
Irish firm offers smartphone security package
Irish firm You Get It Back has teamed up with American retailer Best Buy to offer a security package for mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets.
Walker Agency launches Castle Cover mobile website
Walker Agency has completed the development of a new mobile website for Castle Cover, the 50+ insurance specialists.
Online insurer launches mobile wallet protection
Online mobile phone insurance specialists insurance2go.uk is claiming to be the first insurer to offer consumers protection for mobile wallet technology.
Mobile phone insurance: We've got your number
Mobile phone insurance is a high-frequency claims product but has been criticised by the ombudsman and consumer groups. Ralph Savage reviews the sector to discover if this niche is offering value for money.
European extended warranty market for mobile gadgets to hit €7bn by 2014
Extended warranties and insurance for mobile gadgets and telephones are outgrowing those for non-mobile white, brown and grey goods.
Technology - Mobile apps: The age of the app
App fever is infiltrating every aspect of our lives — and the insurance industry is no exception — but while the benefits a quality app can bring are undeniable, there are a number of pitfalls to avoid, says Ian Singer.
Junction sees huge boost after B&B buy
A year after its acquisition of Bradford & Bingley's motor and home insurance business, Junction claims to have boosted new home policies by 200%, increased sales on its smaller motor book by 1000% and improved renewal rates by 25%. The firm has now…