In analysing common methodologies used across the life insurance advice sector, we were able to identify a missing link that could help advice be more tailored and personalised. The Cost of Care whitepaper is an industry first, bringing together detailed research across the broad spectrum of injury and disease. Across three articles, we will delve […]
continue readingZurich Financial Services Australia (Zurich) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kieran Forde to the newly created executive role of Head of Bancassurance & Direct within its Life and Investments business. Mr. Forde joined Zurich from ANZ, in November ahead of the acquisition of the OnePath life insurance business. His appointment has been made ahead of […]
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04
Dec
2018
In analysing common methodologies used across the life insurance advice sector, we were able to identify a missing link that could help advice be more tailored and personalised. The Cost of Care whitepaper is an industry first, bringing together detailed research across the broad spectrum of injury and disease. Across three articles, we will delve […]
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Nov
2018
Zurich has announced the launch of its ‘next generation’ adviser portal, incorporating a new online platform for life insurance quotes and applications. Developed in conjunction with Omnium, UnderwriteMe and User Experience specialists Jade Software, the Zurich Adviser Portal also incorporates client management functionality and utilises the UnderwriteMe rules engine to significantly increase straight-through-processing rates. An […]
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05
Oct
2018
New Zurich research has accurately quantified the direct and indirect costs of serious health conditions, providing licensees and advisers with a more robust platform to recommend products, benefits and sums insured to life insurance consumers. Zurich’s Cost of Care study, conducted in conjunction with research partner Zest Healthcare Communications, draws on industry wide data to […]
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Sep
2018
Zurich has unveiled details of the executive leadership team that will take its Australian Life & Investments business forward once the acquisition of OnePath Life has completed. The composition of the new team reinforces Zurich’s commitment to a dual proposition strategy which will see the Zurich and OnePath Life brands and products continue to operate […]
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09
Aug
2018
At a time of intense scrutiny on the financial services sector, it is easy to lose sight of the inherent social purpose underlying the myriad of products and services it provides. This is especially true of life insurance, where the $10 billion life insurers pay in claims each year isn’t widely appreciated; except perhaps by […]
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Jun
2018
Following their most recent fund review, Morningstar have upgraded the Zurich Investments Australian Property Securities Fund (Fund) to a Gold Morningstar Analyst Rating™ as of 21 May 2018. Having also maintained its “Highly Recommended” rating with both Lonsec and Zenith in their most recent reviews, this sees the Fund now hold the highest possible rating […]
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May
2018
Five steps to create a niche market No business can be all things to all people, especially when that business is a small business. In this article, Zurich explores the development of a niche market and how that can be beneficial for both client and adviser in a financial planning practice. A niche market is […]
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May
2018
First impressions that drive lifetime outcomes The customer experience you provide to your clients delves much deeper than the standard customer service standards. As described by customer experience firm Qualtrics, ‘…customer experience is more than tracking promoters or satisfaction scoring. You have to know how your customers are changing, which ones matter most, and, essentially, […]
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May
2018
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