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Blog: Reading the tea leaves is a mug’s game

Sharon Bishop, CEO of Close Brothers Premium Finance, discusses how technology will free brokers up to do what they’re good at and urges the sector to increase its focus on diversity and inclusion.




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Wentworth Alexander swaps SSP for Applied Epic

The business is planning to create a self-service portal and mobile apps for staff and customers.




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Blog: How flood prevention technology can impact claims management

Jonathan Jackson, CEO at flood forecasting InsurTech Previsico, explains how new technologies can change the industry's approach to flood claims.




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Opinion: Brookhurst Advisory's Paul Upton on the future of underwriting

The end of underwriting? Is technology a magic bullet to generate profitable underwriting? Paul Upton asks




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Andy Fairchild joins Applied as European CEO

Software house says appointment of the former Broker Network boss is part of a plan to significantly grow its UK and Ireland operations.




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Ignite Systems launches broker chatbot service

Yoga Insurance Services, sister company of OneCall, has signed up as the first client.




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Applied targets 40% growth in the UK and Ireland

Senior VP of international operations, Jeff Purdy, says the software house's growth opportunity in the UK is "material" as Joe Sultana joins Andy Fairchild on its new European leadership team.




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Blog: The future of insurance and cryptocurrency

James Croome, vice president, fine art and specie, Arch Insurance International, considers whether the insurance market is willing and able to support cryptocurrency-related cover.




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Broker Direct creates outsourcing arm Proficient

Solutions provider said Proficient will target personal lines firms and InsurTechs.




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Blog: Lessons for brokers looking to tackle fraud

Ray Westwick, managing director at Freedom Brokers, discusses how the firm has used data to reduce instances of fraud.




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FCA sounds alarm over Brexit, misconduct, and data usage

The regulator examined several areas of potential harm in its annual review of the general insurance sector.




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Blog: The future of telematics

Steve Kerrigan of LexisNexis Risk Solutions outlines how telematics has changed the market and examines where this technology is heading next.




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Andrew Scott joins Broker Insights as advisor

Scott, who founded Aston Scott Group, has invested in the start-up which was launched by former Aviva broker distribution director Fraser Edmond.




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Lloyd's outlines priorities for 2020

CEO John Neal says the corporation has raised £300m in debt to fund Future at Lloyd's programme as he admits Lloyd’s is “bound to go down some blind alleys” as it seeks to transform.




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In-depth - cyber: Are brokers protecting themselves against cyber risks?

As well as selling the benefits of cyber insurance to clients, brokers must show the way by being ready for any data breaches or cyber attacks. Sam Barrett reports




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Coverly confirms growth plans amid redundancy threat at parent firm BFS

The SME-focused insurtech was launched by former Aviva and Brokerbility expert, Jodi Cartwright, in 2019.




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Sam White's Freedom expands into home with insurtech deal

Freedom Services Group's purchase of Aventus-driven broker Homelyfe was revealed earlier this week.




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Profile: C-Quence founder Jacqueline McNamee

Shaking up insurance: C-Quence founder Jacqueline McNamee tells Insurance Age why she broke out of a career in big corporates and why technology is poised to disrupt the industry




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In-depth - cyber: The future of cyber in personal lines

While cyber insurance has become a necessity for most commercial clients, the personal lines space is a much harder sell. Sam Barrett investigates how brokers can reach this untapped market




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Roundtable: The future of disruption

Our expert panel discusses the landscape of tech disruption in insurance, as well as what brokers can expect from technology in the future




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Applied Systems implements remote working globally

Software house has also introduced measures to enable its clients to follow suit.




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Covid-19: Software houses release continuity plans

Updated: No interruptions to services are expected, but some staff are expected to remain at their offices.




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Blog: How tech kept the world ticking over

Qlaims Insurance's Mike Keating on how technology will help brokers, insurers and customers stay connected during the coronavirus outbreak.




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Covid-19: Insurtech UK calls on Chancellor for start-up support

The insurtech body has signed an open letter seeking additional support for start-ups from the government, as well as warning insurers against turning away from insurtech partners.




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Covid-19: Niall Barton calls on insurers to support insurtechs

The Insurtech UK chairman and Wrisk executive chairman said the “mini meteorite” of Covid-19 has put insurtechs at risk of underfunding.




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Covid-19: App-based broker Lenny closes down after backers exit

Short-term car insurance broker says the Coronavirus outbreak made it a "frustratingly unfavourable landscape" to find a new backer.




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We have introduced Guard Lock Safety-door Switch D4SL-N.

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Japanese website Omron IA Japan has been ranked first among B2B websites in Japan for six consecutive years.

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We have introduced Photoelectric Sensors E3FA and E3RA.

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New FAQs have been added concerning Machine Automation Controllers.

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We have introduced Energy Savings Analysis Software EWS-DE10.

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OMRON's Global Service Center will suspend operations from August 11 to 19.

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We have introduced Fiber Unit Build-in Lens Series E32-LT11(R).

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We have introduced Multi-circuit Smart Power Monitor KM1.

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We have introduced Smart Camera FQ2.

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Omron will be exhibiting in INTERNEPCON JAPAN held at Tokyo Big Sight from Jan.19 to Jan.21, 2011.

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We have introduced Switch Mode Power Supply S8EX.

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We have introduced CJ/CS Series ID Sensor Unit C[]1W-V680C1[].

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We have introduced Programmable Terminals NB Series.

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We have introduced Vision Sensor FZ4 Series.

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We have introduced Fan Ionizer (Area fan type) ZJ-FW.

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We have introduced Confocal Fiber Displacement Sensor ZW.

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We have introduced CPU Units NJ301-[][][][].

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We have introduced Maximum quality at maximum efficiency VT-S720.

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We have introduced Proximity Sensor with All-stainless Housing E2EF.

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Photoelectric Sensor with Built-in Amplifier

General-purpose Photoelectric Sensor for High Quality and Reliable Detection(E3S)




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Built-in Amplifier Photoelectric Sensor (Medium Size)

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Oil-resistive, Long-range Photoelectric Sensor with Metal Housing

Water- and Oil-resistant Photoelectric Sensor with Metal Housing Used for Long-range Sensing(E3S-C)




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Smart Fiber Sensor

Surprisingly Stable Detection with Your Finger tip. Exceptionally easy operation and stabilizing technology reduce maintenance cost.(E3X-HD)




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Smart Camera

Advanced inspection in a compact housing. Expanded performance and functionality. Camera, Communications, Software Tools, and Much More.(FQ2)