Mon, 12 Feb 2018 11:18:53 +0000 By Chungu Katotobwe USING the generally accepted estimate that there are over 25 million internet users world wide, European surveys show that a full 10 percent report using the internet to shop for goods and services in place of going to their favourite local shopping mall. Attempting to capitalise on this increase in the internet’s usage, both the travel and financial services industries now use the World Wide Web to transact business as well. With respect to insurance, current online sites consist mostly of static insurer sites, insurance producers, quote providers, a few ancillary services, insurance regulators and trade associations. Insurer sites currently provide varying levels of information about their insurance products, premium levels and insurer contact information for consumers interested in buying coverage. Some insurer sites link potential customers to a nearby agent; others ask the consumer to contact the insurer directly. Several insurance agents are advertising their […]
