#FRA24 Winning Values: Why technology is key if you live by ‘Customer is King’

The Financial Reporter Awards is all about celebrating the winning values in our industry, whether that's a particular policy, innovation or great customer service.

Ahead of revealing our winners for #FRA24, we're speaking to our sponsors on the theme of 'Winning Values'. The latest in our series features Lauren Bagley, chief distribution officer at Uinsure, who explores how adopting the right technology is essential to deliver great customer experiences.

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Lauren Bagley | Uinsure
9th May 2024
Lauren Bagley FRA
"Businesses can bring the meaning of 'Customer is King' to life in the digital age, creating meaningful and engaging experiences that make a memorable and positive impression"

‘Customer is King’ is a winning value and one of the most well-known consumer adages, but in today’s digital world its meaning has evolved, and how brands live up to it requires a deeper understanding of changing customer expectations and behaviours.

Businesses that choose the right partners and adopt technology that allows them to meet those expectations in a competitive marketplace are typically the ones that thrive.

The right mixture of technology and ‘real life’ support is always a balancing act that can be tough to juggle, but when it comes to offering insurance and keeping all aspects of your clients’ business within your control, technology is essential.

Here's how the right technology helps to deliver those great customer experiences:

Personalised education

Different mortgage applicants need different levels of information. First-time buyers, for example, would typically require a more thorough explanation of what home insurance is compared to a client who’s remortgaging.

Data analytics and AI algorithms can be used to automatically share personalised recommendations and educational content to clients before they’re ready to make a purchase.

Accessibility and convenience

Customers want convenience. They need to be able to access your services whenever and wherever they prefer and for their insurance purchase, that means arranging it at the most relevant time of their journey at a time that’s convenient for them.

Embedded services

Integrate essential services, such as insurance, directly into the customer journey to streamline the purchasing process. By offering these services at the most relevant time and as part of the journey, you enhance convenience and provide added value to the customer.

Data-driven insights

In today’s data-driven world your partners should be providing you with tonnes of information on when your clients are buying, or aren’t buying products and services related to a mortgage. By analysing this data, you can identify opportunities for improvement to make sure your always supporting the need to deliver great customer outcomes.

Automation and efficiency

Implement automated technology to streamline processes and reduce friction in the customer journey. UinsureCX shares a personalised quote to every mortgage applicant based on their specific circumstance, and by using this technology to automate routine tasks, you’re freeing up time for more meaningful interactions with your clients.

Continuous improvement

Adopt a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, leveraging technology to iterate and evolve your offerings based on customer feedback and market trends. By staying agile and responsive to changing customer needs, you can maintain your position as a customer-centric brand in the digital age.

By embracing these strategies and leveraging technology effectively, businesses can bring the meaning of 'Customer is King' to life in the digital age, creating meaningful and engaging experiences that make a memorable and positive impression, epitomising the spirit of winning values in the process.

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