Solving The Profitability Puzzle - Addressing Auto Insurance Quote Manipulation
To address the issue of quote manipulation, the fundamental strategy for carriers revolves around rigorous verification processes.
Carriers face significant challenges when addressing quote manipulation, balancing the need to provide a smooth customer experience for legitimate consumers while applying necessary friction to prevent fraudulent activities.
Insurers should understand the importance of proactive measures by carriers, especially in agent-driven channels, to combat quote manipulation.
Advancements in quote management and policy management systems have made it easier for carriers to identify patterns of quote manipulation by agents.
A specific study highlighted the practice of quoting multiple individuals from the same household on the same day to find a more favorable rate, based on who is designated as the primary insured.