Site Map (Articles) for August - 2016

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Title
31 Aug 2016
Florida braces for storm
31 Aug 2016
Value chain alignment needed to remain relevant as a developer: expert
31 Aug 2016
Nanofur could be used to mop up oil spills: study
31 Aug 2016
Tech firms couple to develop autonomous vehicle control systems
31 Aug 2016
Tropical disturbance could land as hurricane over Florida
31 Aug 2016
Panama Canal undergoes scheduled repairs
31 Aug 2016
Crude carrier market tanking: MSI
31 Aug 2016
California WCIRB submits Pure Premium Rate Filing for the start of 2017
31 Aug 2016
Summit acquires Marriott Boulder for $61 M
31 Aug 2016
Clinton Foundation ends global initiative
31 Aug 2016
US hotel industry in the pink despite slight slip in occupancy rates
31 Aug 2016
Marketing guru beats drum for “growth hacking” as a marketing strategy
31 Aug 2016
Smaller contractors need “accurate contract schedule” to determine profitability: CPA
31 Aug 2016
Discord with supplier disrupts VW production
31 Aug 2016
Trucking a hazardous occupation: Bureau of Labor Statistics
31 Aug 2016
“Super tuners” get Harley-Davidson in hot water with EPA
31 Aug 2016
Central US should expect foul weather as warm winds descend
31 Aug 2016
Hanover provides streamlined payment solution for workers’ compensation
31 Aug 2016
Wounded Warrior Project to undergo reshuffle after media scrutinizes its spending
31 Aug 2016
“Value added experience” an imperative in the use of digital as a strategic marketing tool: expert
31 Aug 2016
Fire blazes aboard Caribbean Fantasy ferry
31 Aug 2016
Chinese investors go on buying spree in US hotel market
31 Aug 2016
Cloud technology an empowering tool for construction firms: expert
31 Aug 2016
B2B marketing from the perspective of Google’s top brass
31 Aug 2016
North-Central US to take a beating from localized storms
31 Aug 2016
Technology expert recommends maximizing the use of mobile devices to boost employee engagement
31 Aug 2016
Proactive communication key to rallying network and security departments against security threats
31 Aug 2016
US Court rules software maker culpable of wiretapping violation
31 Aug 2016
Increased exposure to air pollution seen to stem from increasing incidence of wildfires: study
31 Aug 2016
Robust automotive demand pushes chip maker to profitability
31 Aug 2016
US Justice Department looking at deferred prosecution for VW amid new charges
31 Aug 2016
Shipping doldrums drives vessels to the junk yard
31 Aug 2016
Bad news, insurance companies – your customers don’t really like you
31 Aug 2016
Obama urged to prioritise cybercrime at G20 summit
31 Aug 2016
What agents need to know about the October flood insurance changes
31 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: Cyber-attack could cost clients a fifth of their customers
31 Aug 2016
Southern state had the most natural disaster incidents for 2015
31 Aug 2016
Major insurers call on G20 to stop backing the use of fossil fuels
31 Aug 2016
Tech-focused insurance industry initiative gains six more sponsors
30 Aug 2016
Pop star Chris Brown reportedly in standoff with LAPD
30 Aug 2016
IBA Young Guns 2016
30 Aug 2016
Looters interfere with Louisiana flood claims
30 Aug 2016
Three Oklahoma men charged with workers’ comp, insurance fraud
30 Aug 2016
All Louisianians need flood insurance: Experts
30 Aug 2016
Young people in insurance would rather work for agency competitors – here’s why
30 Aug 2016
Obamacare is “very near collapse,” insurance commissioner says
30 Aug 2016
6 things your logo should say about you
30 Aug 2016
Major insurer launches inland cargo insurance solution
30 Aug 2016
Slipping in the polls
30 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: These insurance professionals got an 8 per cent pay rise this year
30 Aug 2016
Feds shoot down prospective third health carrier for Mississippi marketplace
30 Aug 2016
Carrier exits from Texas ACA marketplace deal crippling blows to the state
29 Aug 2016
Are foreign powers trying to hack the US election?
29 Aug 2016
What will the insurance agent of 2030 look like?
29 Aug 2016
Obamacare hits shocking new low as insurers continue pulling out
29 Aug 2016
Personal lines proved a home for agency network exec
29 Aug 2016
Self-driving cars are getting closer
29 Aug 2016
AIG hoping Yellen will help with profits
29 Aug 2016
Agency group gets industry recognition in 5000 list
29 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: High terror alert following new attack in Brussels
26 Aug 2016
Homeland Security investigating hack of SNL star’s site
26 Aug 2016
Global insurance rates at lowest since 2012
26 Aug 2016
Lochte formally charged for false robbery hours after landing endorsement deal
26 Aug 2016
The best places to be a broker: the cities, states and companies that pay the most
26 Aug 2016
29-year-old producer is paving the way for other Young Guns
26 Aug 2016
This insurance market is expected to grow to $20B in five years: Fitch Ratings
26 Aug 2016
Recent floods ramp up broker business
26 Aug 2016
IronPro launches insurance coverage for reissued credit and debit cards
26 Aug 2016
Insurer changes head of commercial division
26 Aug 2016
Failure to plan means planning to fail
26 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: Italian earthquakes are a warning to US homeowners says III
25 Aug 2016
Broker channel
25 Aug 2016
Is the broker commission model fundamentally flawed?
25 Aug 2016
Double-digit health premium increases reach up to 62%
25 Aug 2016
Brokers are missing opportunities in cyber space
25 Aug 2016
Key industry survey on specialty distributors now open
25 Aug 2016
Woman cuts off limbs for insurance payout
25 Aug 2016
Chubb had duty to defend cosmetics company, court rules
25 Aug 2016
Major tech provider improves its agency management system
25 Aug 2016
A shifting landscape
25 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: This insurance market is set to hit $167 billion by 2020
24 Aug 2016
Attracting millennials
24 Aug 2016
Personal relationships
24 Aug 2016
New York Times falls victim to Russian cyber attack
24 Aug 2016
Is Hillary Clinton the smartest choice for insurance professionals?
24 Aug 2016
Carriers aren’t living up to agent expectations in key areas: Report
24 Aug 2016
State Farm agrees to cut rates
24 Aug 2016
Insurance department left red faced after would-be commissioner walks free
24 Aug 2016
Specialist insurer expands environmental risk capacity
24 Aug 2016
Aetna’s ACA exit already paying off
24 Aug 2016
BLOG: Developing leaders who are great – not just good
24 Aug 2016
White police officer settles in insurance dispute over shooting death of black driver
24 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: AIG could be about to sell Lloyd’s of London business
23 Aug 2016
High rate of child gun accidents again raises questions on mandatory insurance
23 Aug 2016
Remote insurance staffing company aims to address expert shortage
23 Aug 2016
Cost constraints and diminishing profitability pressure shipping industry to consolidate: Drewry
23 Aug 2016
Hong Kong bulk carrier grounds twice in Columbia River
23 Aug 2016
CA WCIRB anticipates pure premium rate for January 2017
23 Aug 2016
Illinois financial crisis spills over to nonprofits sector
23 Aug 2016
NCCI proposes 19.6% increase in voluntary workers’ compensation insurance rate
23 Aug 2016
More is not always good in using Big Data for marketing: technology guru
23 Aug 2016
Nearly half of US businesses suffered from ransomware attacks: survey
23 Aug 2016
Holistic approach recommended for greenhouse gas reduction
23 Aug 2016
Extreme heat to aggravate California wildfires
23 Aug 2016
DAT Solutions reports busy summer for truckers
23 Aug 2016
Accounting controls needed to check fraud in construction concerns
23 Aug 2016
New ship building orders dip 65% in H1 2016: report
23 Aug 2016
World Vision alleges terror financing against manager
23 Aug 2016
Expert gives advice on making allies of customers
23 Aug 2016
Vail Resorts pursues expansion strategy with Whistler Blackcomb acquisition
23 Aug 2016
State and federal labor authorities join forces to battle misclassification
23 Aug 2016
Shipping cycles to grow shorter: MSI
23 Aug 2016
Storm dumps a foot of rain on Florida
23 Aug 2016
California judge approves $13.5 settlement for Exel Direct drivers
23 Aug 2016
Financing executive identifies funding alternatives to improve contractor cash flow
23 Aug 2016
Expert advises prioritizing cybersecurity during due diligence in mergers and acquisitions
23 Aug 2016
Climate change could expose hazardous waste from Cold War: study
23 Aug 2016
Summer travel buoys Priceline profits
23 Aug 2016
China operations skew MGM’s overall profits
23 Aug 2016
Mega-alliances a double edged sword for transshipment hubs: Drewry
23 Aug 2016
Expert advises non-profits to brace for new overtime rules with proper employee classification
23 Aug 2016
Zurich to cut executives - report
23 Aug 2016
The risk of a Ryan Lochte – how your client could sink on celebrity scandal
23 Aug 2016
Where are America’s most aggressive drivers?
23 Aug 2016
Louisiana’s flood rates could increase following weekend flooding
23 Aug 2016
Industry body wants regulatory definition of "big data"
23 Aug 2016
Feedback is broken
23 Aug 2016
A shifting landscape
23 Aug 2016
An uncertain future for workers’ comp
23 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: North Carolina probe of Blue Cross, Blue Shield extended
23 Aug 2016
Texas’ weather is driving up car insurance costs: Report
22 Aug 2016
Shannen Doherty’s insurance lawsuit rumbles on
22 Aug 2016
In the pipeline (Part 2)
22 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: Cyber crime - Another retailer hacked
22 Aug 2016
Young Guns 2016
19 Aug 2016
Combined Insurance named a top veteran-friendly employer
19 Aug 2016
London ‘gives up hope’ of universal access to EU
19 Aug 2016
Marketing consultant lauds “signature stories” as effective strategic tool
19 Aug 2016
Drought expected over Western US going into fall
19 Aug 2016
Pollution in two way coastal water interactions revealed
19 Aug 2016
TripAdvisor hotel revenue slides
19 Aug 2016
Trump Taj Mahal to bolt its doors after Labor Day weekend
19 Aug 2016
Effective marketing strategies translate “Big Data” to smart data, say experts
19 Aug 2016
Chemical tanker rates a mixed bag due to falling prices: Drewry
19 Aug 2016
California medical benefits claims among the highest in the US: WCIRB
19 Aug 2016
Non-profits provide patient assistance at no added cost to government
19 Aug 2016
Trump, Clinton speak out on Aetna’s ACA departure
19 Aug 2016
International insurer resists growing demands from brokers for more commission
19 Aug 2016
Don't cover gender reassignment surgery, state DOJ tells insurance board
19 Aug 2016
NHL will ensure coverage for World Cup players
19 Aug 2016
Liberty Mutual enters into joint venture with Chinese conglomerate
19 Aug 2016
Insurance systems supplier NetRate Systems appoints sales executive
19 Aug 2016
Far Out Friday: Bad news for NBC’s DC Comics insurance sitcom
19 Aug 2016
Why good branding and good business are inseparable
19 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: Insured losses from natural disasters up 51 per cent in first half 2016
19 Aug 2016
Carrier to exit federal health insurance market for key state next year
18 Aug 2016
Former Oklahoma insurance agent headed to federal prison for fraud
18 Aug 2016
Uber’s first self-driving fleet to launch this month
18 Aug 2016
Cyber security: Clinton campaign fears hackers may have obtained emails
18 Aug 2016
Is this commercial insurance line dead for brokers?
18 Aug 2016
Major insurance group suggests oversight system to supervise independent agents
18 Aug 2016
Clemson Tigers quarterback secures $5 million insurance coverage
18 Aug 2016
In the pipeline (Part 1)
18 Aug 2016
3 things the worst insurance websites have in common
18 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: US flood forecasting takes a big leap forward
18 Aug 2016
Insurance firms merge in cat-prone Southeastern US
17 Aug 2016
VW to be accused of criminal conduct in Justice Department investigation
17 Aug 2016
60% of agents say they’re doing “average to poor” in this critical area
17 Aug 2016
Cruise liner evacuated as fire breaks out
17 Aug 2016
Insurer replaces regional CEO after dire profits results
17 Aug 2016
Injured firefighters denied workers' comp treatment
17 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: Hotel operator hit by security breach
17 Aug 2016
Oklahoma left with only one ACA health plan option for next year
17 Aug 2016
Quantifying cyber risk remains a major hurdle towards effective insurance policies
17 Aug 2016
Insurance wholesaler launches new rating and policy management platform
16 Aug 2016
Clinton unveils controversial insurance proposal the industry calls a “roadblock to reform”
16 Aug 2016
Demand for this insurance line is skyrocketing, but are carriers ready with the right products?
16 Aug 2016
Why did 70% of commercial Louisiana flood victims go uninsured?
16 Aug 2016
Staff data at risk after massive cyber breach
16 Aug 2016
Insurance council moves to defend massive workers’ comp rate hike against suit
16 Aug 2016
Major insurer to withdraw from ACA exchanges in all but 4 states next year
16 Aug 2016
Lockhart balloon crash raises liability issues
16 Aug 2016
International insurance firm names SVP to prominent subsidiary
16 Aug 2016
Oklahoma insurance salesman indicted of selling phony insurance policies
16 Aug 2016
How to develop a simple social media plan
16 Aug 2016
Lineage, liability and lions
16 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: Tokio Marine expands US P&C offering
15 Aug 2016
Specializing in success
15 Aug 2016
Louisiana flooding: Shockingly few have insurance in “major disaster”
15 Aug 2016
Mandated coverage for police brutality under fire
15 Aug 2016
Walmart-like business model could help lower health insurance costs: Opinion
15 Aug 2016
Six of the 10 global ports at highest risk for cat loss in US
15 Aug 2016
Morning Brieifng: 6 of 10 most at risk ports are in the US
12 Aug 2016
Rise in US construction backlog level reflects stable market: report
12 Aug 2016
Expert, on project management: keep the end in mind
12 Aug 2016
BMW Q2 earnings rise but caution seen over Brexit effect on operations
12 Aug 2016
Potent neurotoxin present in Southern Ocean
12 Aug 2016
Medical devices need better security, with increasing IoT ubiquity: expert
12 Aug 2016
Uber-Didi create ride hailing behemoth in China
12 Aug 2016
Zero emission commercial truck poised for market release
12 Aug 2016
Tornadoes expected in Upper Midwest
12 Aug 2016
Case managers could improve claims processing for injured employees
12 Aug 2016
Lower costs boost global medical tourism industry: report
12 Aug 2016
The curious case of the e-newsletter theSkimm and its 3.5 million followers
12 Aug 2016
Sembcorp defends itself against Petrobras fraud allegations
12 Aug 2016
Alexandria waterfront development stymied by rising costs and lack of “trophy” hotel
12 Aug 2016
GSF eyes end to container surcharges
12 Aug 2016
Non-profit coping strategies for adjusting to new overtime rules
12 Aug 2016
Turbulence injures 24 on Sacramento flight, insurers on alert
12 Aug 2016
Whistleblower: Major insurers fleeced government for at least $1 billion
12 Aug 2016
$82 billion industry at risk as Zika concerns prompt travel warnings
12 Aug 2016
Insurance company hit with six-figure fine
12 Aug 2016
Commercial line insurer closes aviation business, investment
12 Aug 2016
Far Out Friday: 19 of the funniest auto insurance claims reports
12 Aug 2016
Change or die
12 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: Thailand bombed, no evidence of international terrorists say police
11 Aug 2016
Insurance agent has license revoked
11 Aug 2016
Insurance “has a huge problem” with this next industry game-changer
11 Aug 2016
San Bernardino shooter’s insurance seized by government
11 Aug 2016
Organizations attempting to cut workers’ comp claims
11 Aug 2016
Louisiana insurance agent embroiled in local free-speech scandal
11 Aug 2016
Longtime industry vet brings transatlantic experience to Lockton’s Atlanta office
11 Aug 2016
Insurance wholesaler-sponsored golfer wins PGA championship
11 Aug 2016
Zurich rumored to be setting up new office in southern state
11 Aug 2016
Santa Maria insurance agent arraigned
11 Aug 2016
Nitsche Group relocates its office from Rockwall to Forney
11 Aug 2016
Big companies are anticipating moderate healthcare cost increases in 2017: Surveys
11 Aug 2016
The big startup shakedown
11 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: Lesbian couples sue over infertility insurance claim
10 Aug 2016
Insurance card company reports possible data breach
10 Aug 2016
Emerging Markets
10 Aug 2016
Cyber
10 Aug 2016
Will InsurTech startups take over your drone insurance business?
10 Aug 2016
Crackdown on Facebook marketing for Pokémon insurance
10 Aug 2016
Three arrested in Miami following insurance fraud probe
10 Aug 2016
Industry publication gets shut down after 49-year run
10 Aug 2016
Insurance agency network gains 600 new partners for the first half of 2016
10 Aug 2016
It’s not about training: thinking strategically about talent development
10 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: Insurer announced expansion creating 600 new jobs
09 Aug 2016
Texas workers’ comp carrier hands out $240M in safety dividends
09 Aug 2016
Excess insurer suing primary carrier over ‘Green Lantern’ injury
09 Aug 2016
Which of your small business clients like you best? The answer may surprise you
09 Aug 2016
Argo CEO has long history of bringing small companies to the forefront
09 Aug 2016
Cyber coverage varies widely as insurers readjust risk appetite
09 Aug 2016
Insurance agent/broker sector posts strong employment growth for June 2016
09 Aug 2016
Hourly rate identity crisis
09 Aug 2016
Fee schedules impacting comp rates
09 Aug 2016
6 top tips for successful blogging
09 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: Primerica reports 14 per cent growth in life policies
09 Aug 2016
The threat of flood insurance rate hikes rises once more in Tampa Bay area
08 Aug 2016
Agent/broker sector tanks to 5-year low on “muddling economy”: Report
08 Aug 2016
Standard coverage won’t cut it for Rio Olympics business travel
08 Aug 2016
Are regulations strict enough for brokers and advisors?
08 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: Mutual insurers see comeback, challenges ahead
05 Aug 2016
US judge to reject one health insurance mega-merger case
05 Aug 2016
These 10 states have the worst drivers in the country: Report
05 Aug 2016
Nationwide launches new ad campaign to coincide with the Rio Olympics
05 Aug 2016
PPIB appoints new vice president for underwriting division
05 Aug 2016
More accolades for Insurance Business
05 Aug 2016
Making movies: 10 things to avoid
05 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: Report highlights underinsurance in China compared to North America
05 Aug 2016
Senate candidates hold ACA roundtable
04 Aug 2016
The South has the worst drivers – but not the highest auto premiums
04 Aug 2016
40% of London’s insurance premiums at risk of leaving
04 Aug 2016
Softening markets
04 Aug 2016
Berkshire Hathaway under fire for alleged hacking, theft of workers’ comp files
04 Aug 2016
Strategic programs, advice in Southwest wildfire season can boost producer profile
04 Aug 2016
Insurers still must answer for Hurricane Sandy damage lawsuit, federal court rules
04 Aug 2016
Insurance tech provider adds new security feature for agencies
04 Aug 2016
Global insurance firm purchases Texas agency
04 Aug 2016
Transform your insurance website with an SEO audit
04 Aug 2016
Recruit the next generation – or else
04 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: This insurance line is set to hit $40.5 billion
03 Aug 2016
Lead insurer for Emirates plane crash revealed
03 Aug 2016
National Flood Insurance Program defrauding taxpayers, state attorney general says
03 Aug 2016
Trouble brewing as key health insurer axes plans for Obamacare expansion
03 Aug 2016
AIG launches new primary cyber policy
03 Aug 2016
P/C insurer posts sharp rise in Q2 profit
03 Aug 2016
Bremerton pair indicted for false insurance claim, theft and criminal conspiracy
03 Aug 2016
BLOG: Keeping an eye on key dates is the key to controlling the experience mod
03 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: AIG profits up 6.3 per cent, tribute paid to workforce
03 Aug 2016
Public hearing set for Citizens’ rate hike proposals in South Florida
02 Aug 2016
Donna Barclay named chief underwriting officer at The Guarantee Company of North America
02 Aug 2016
Texas hot air balloon pilot had previous record, no insurance
02 Aug 2016
Prominent insurance figure speaks out against Donald Trump
02 Aug 2016
Leading insurer closes its acquisition of specialty insurance group
02 Aug 2016
Nearly 90% of insurance companies failing on climate change: Report
02 Aug 2016
HealthCare.gov agent/broker training now in hands of industry trade group
02 Aug 2016
Independent insurance broker expands aviation practice, appoints new head
02 Aug 2016
Two out of three teens admit to using apps while driving: Study
02 Aug 2016
Brokers, safeguard your clients’ reputations
02 Aug 2016
Commercial collaboration: The operating system of the future
02 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: Warning over "opioid crisis" of privately insured
02 Aug 2016
Ad blockers gaining ubiquity: report
02 Aug 2016
Complex US infrastructure stalls EMV card migration
01 Aug 2016
Southern insurance agent group to hold annual event for small firms
01 Aug 2016
Protecting the professionals (Part 2)
01 Aug 2016
Missing Malaysia Airlines flight may have deliberately crashed, complicating insurance settlements
01 Aug 2016
California wildfire continues to rage – what it means for insurance rates
01 Aug 2016
Stewart’s insurer not liable for damages related to Ward incident
01 Aug 2016
Insurance salesman pleaded guilty to stealing nearly $1M from friend’s life insurance policies
01 Aug 2016
Protecting the professionals (Part 1)
01 Aug 2016
Morning Briefing: Insurers expand services as investment income stalls
01 Aug 2016
Wrongfully denied claims spur $1.5M in consumer compensation
01 Aug 2016
Wisconsin approves workers compensation insurance rate reduction
01 Aug 2016
The use of segmentation as a tool for marketing success
01 Aug 2016
Counterfeit pills aggravating opioid crisis
01 Aug 2016
Ocean Alliance to deploy more Asia-US services

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