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Transformation Needed in Life Insurance Sector for Customer Satisfaction

Why Insurers Must Evolve to Meet Changing Client Expectations

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Insurance companies in Australia and other developed economies are grappling with meeting the evolving demands of clients, reveals a recent report by Capgemini.

The World Life Insurance study conducted by the consultancy highlights that a significant number of policyholders are dissatisfied, with one out of three finding policy terms too complex, and 27% expressing discontent with arduous application procedures.

Moreover, after policy acquisition, 25% of both retail and group clients express annoyance over prolonged waiting periods, while 23% are disappointed by the lack of accessible self-service features for policy modifications.

The process of claims has emerged as another pain point, particularly due to insufficient digitization. Approximately one-third of retail clients report facing a convoluted claims process, and 27% have cited a lack of empathy during their interactions.

According to the report, the industry is urgently reviewing its customer interaction strategies, mainly because penetration rates are declining in established markets.

“In an environment marked by high inflation and economic uncertainties, there is a tepid interest in conventional life insurance offerings,” observes the report.

Interestingly, even though increased interest rates have buoyed insurers' recent fiscal outcomes, the report warns that any short-term profitability could be overshadowed by long-term sluggish industry growth.

The push towards enhancing customer experience for most insurers is impeded by outdated infrastructure, the hesitance to embrace new technological innovations, and regulatory constraints, as indicated by Capgemini.

Insurers acknowledge the urgent need for modernization, yet merely 41% have succeeded in achieving or surpassing their recent modernization targets. Transforming customer interactions through factors like AI-enhanced human interface and boosting operational efficiency stands as an avenue for regaining the market edge.

“The growth opportunity is vast. It is crucial now to rejuvenate the intrinsic worth of life insurance products,” affirms Capgemini.

The findings of the report are drawn from surveys conducted with consumers and industry executives between May and June.

Published:Wednesday, 23rd Oct 2024
Source: Paige Estritori

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