“As more small business owners conduct more of their business and personal lives online, the growth of online small commercial insurance is inevitable,” said Matthew Josefowicz, President and CEO, and lead author of Novarica’s new report. “While online sales are unlikely to exceed 10-15% of the market within the next five years, it nevertheless will be an important segment for small commercial insurers—especially for those who are turning to small commercial as a bulwark against pressures on their personal lines businesses.”
Among the key findings of the report are:
Changes in business owners’ online habits likely to drive market demand. Younger business owners are comfortable buying coverage online, and a significant portion expressed preference for buying that way. Owners of all ages are comfortable managing their businesses online.
InsureTech entrants designing experiences to meet customer need. Well-funded, customer-focused digital distributors are demonstrating the value of offering simplified products and experiences focused on the moment of customer need.
Major commercial players are making moves. While no one has yet committed the significant advertising dollars that drove the transformation of the personal lines markets, top-tier commercial insurers are entering the market through dedicated operations and acquisitions.
A preview of the report is available online at https://www.novarica.com/direct-online-small-commercial-insurance-2019-update/, and desk copies are available to qualified media. Please contact media@novarica.com or call Victoria Spitz at 833-668-2742 Ext. 130 for more information.
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