Blowing Up The Benchmarks

 By: Carey WallaceThere are several key benchmarks that independent insurance agencies use to measure their success. They include retention rate, sales velocity, profitability, and revenue per employee – just to name a few.In many cases, the historic metrics for each of these benchmarks are being redefined by agencies that are thinking differently about how the work within each role inside an agency is accomplished. Those that are able to rethink “the way we have always done it" at the task level are finding ways to drive efficiency, unlock capacity, and drive up the profitability inside their agency.The core metric that measures efficiency is revenue per employee,…

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Workers Comp Rating Board Proposes Loss Cost Decrease

​The New York Compensation Insurance Rating Board announced this week that it has proposed a 2.6% decrease in Workers' Compensation insurance loss costs for 2023. If approved, the new schedule of loss costs will apply effective October 1, 2023.The filing is subject to approval by the New York State Department of Financial Services. The filing and explanatory memorandum are available for review online​.Source

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IMS Partners with Hippo Insurance

LISTEN TO ARTICLE HEREOr read on...​In a recent meeting, Independent Market Solutions, LLC (IMS) and Hippo Insurance Company joined forces to provide homeowners with an unparalleled insurance experience. The collaboration aims to revolutionize the way individuals safeguard their homes, combining advanced technology, swift policy processing, and comprehensive coverage. With a focus on specialization, efficiency, and cutting-edge solutions, Hippo Insurance is set to reshape the home insurance landscape. Your agency can sign up today at IMSaccess.com.Hippo has carved a niche for itself by specializing in one insurance policy the HO3. This specialized policy allows homeowners to protect their property, and possessions, with tailored coverage. By narrowing…

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