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For more details, articles, reports and tools on these specific topics:

Be More Efficient

-Real Time
-Download
-Agency Workflows
-Going Paperless
-Systems Purchases

Internet Marketing

-Websites & Social Media
-Sales & Marketing
 
Planning and Security

-Strategic Future Trends 
-Security and Privacy
-Disaster Planning
 
Carriers, E&S Markets

-Retail Agent--E&S Joint Industry Initiative
-Carrier Interface & Communications
-Ease of Doing Business
-Agency-Carrier Technology Agreements 

Latest ACT Articles & Reports


The Best Web Marketing Strategy You've Never Heard
How to get the most out of “local search”
Matt Marko discusses the benefits agents can derive from using free online "local search" tools and directories. He then outlines the steps agents can take to fully utilize them.

Don't Get Caught in the Web! 
Managing Agency Website E&O Exposures
Sabrena Sally identifies major agency website E&O exposures and provides several tips, along with sample website disclaimers, to help agents manage those risks.

Consumer Shopping for Auto Insurance Grows Online
Ron Berg reviews the latest comScore study of online shopping and purchasing for auto insurance and points to a number of strategies that independent agents can employ to duplicate the speed and convenience that the direct carriers provide, while adding the personal advice and service that agents uniquely can offer.

A Balanced Approach to Agency Marketing 
Steve Anderson provides a compelling vision and the key elements for a successful agency marketing strategy built on processes that are both high-touch and high-tech. He provides a great framework for agents to use in designing their own marketing plans for the long haul.

Five Steps to Find Your Inner Social Networker
Katie Herbst provides agents with five easy steps to get started with social networking and to expand their networking and relationship building skills to a whole new market.

Build a Web presence worthy of 2010
Matt Marko provides some practical and cost effective tips that every independent agent can implement to build a stronger Web site and Internet presence.
 
Independent Agents Fined for Not Having Written Security Plans by Jeff Yates

MORE Articles & Reports...  

See "Quick Links" at left for a full listing of ACT articles & reports by subject area

Upcoming & Recorded Webinars & Events


Commercial Lines Download Implementation
(webinar hosted by AUGIE)
CL DWLD has been improved & agents, carriers and vendors discuss the benefits and provide invaluable tips to assist agents in implementation
August 25, 1:00--2:00 PM EDT
  register now 

Save Time & Increase Profits with Real Time (webinar)
(Demos, benefits & tips for successful implementation)
Sept 8, 2:00--3:00 p.m. EDT register now. 

For more information regarding upcoming live webinars, please click here

ACT Meeting (Nov 4, 2010, 1:30-5:00 PM)
Retail Agent E&S Joint Industry Initiative (Nov 3, 2:45-5:00 PM)
ACORD Implementation Forum (Nov 2-5)
Marriott Harbor Beach Resort
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Click here to register for ACT & RAES meetings
Click here to register for ACORD Implementation Forum & to secure hotel room 

Click here for additional upcoming in-person ACT Meetings and Events 

Recorded Webinars & Sessions

Successful Agency Techniques to Build, Integrate and Manage your Blog, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube Click for recorded webinar featuring Ryan Hanley, Chris Jordan & Rick Morgan. 

Agency E&O Considerations when Social Networking (Click for more details, Webinar recording & PowerPoint) 

Industry Initiatives to Improve the Efficiency of the E&S Market Make Progress (Click for more details, Webinar Recording & PowerPoint)

Introduction to the Social Web - A New Way to Connect (Click for more details, Webinar Recording & PowerPoint)

Formulating a Social Web Strategy & Policy for Your Agency (Click for more details, Webinar Recording & PowerPoint)  

ACT Presentation Video & PowerPoint - Chris Jordan, Atlanta Insurance Live (An agency creates strong online presence using Video & other Social Web Tools; Feb 5, 2010)

ACT Podcasts on Enhancing Agency Productivity & Internet Marketing (Sept 11, 2009, New Orleans)

 

Related Web sites of Interest


ACTtech site             About ACT 


 Established in January 1999, ACT is a part of the Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of America (IIABA) and provides a candid, action-oriented forum to address the critical workflow and technology issues facing the Independent Agency System. ACT helps participants understand the perspectives of the other stakeholders in the process and provides excellent networking opportunities with the participants who are shaping the future for the industry on these issues.
The Agents Council for Technology (ACT) Website is designed to provide practical technology information for independent agents, brokers and the industry. ACT is a partnership of independent agents, companies, technology vendors, user groups and associations dedicated to enhancing the use of technology and improved work flows within the Independent Agency System. Its major areas of focus are agent and agent-carrier productivity, Internet marketing and agency security. Click here for more information on the programs and benefits of ACT.
 

 

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