Alternative distribution enables organizations to...
Create experiences built for the digital age
Modern technology and data have enabled different, more compelling ways to offer protection products to customers through embedded insurance experiences.
Enhance customer relationships and promote loyalty
Selling insurance products alongside existing services and products can add value to the core of a business, making an organization's offerings more attractive and indispensable to customers.
Gather valuable data and insights
Through collaboration, both sides of an alternative distribution partnership can gain unique insights into buyer behavior, preferences, and needs, enabling them to make informed decisions to refine business strategies and better connect with customers.
Monetize existing customer base
Businesses who partner with insurers to sell insurance to their existing customers can generate additional profit by earning commissions on policies sold, diversifying their revenue sources.
Lower customer acquisition costs
Insurers can gain direct access to and acquire new customers who might not have otherwise sought out their insurance products, reducing costs typical of traditional customer acquisition tactics.
Gain competitive differentiation
Both parties in an alternative distribution partnership can set themselves apart from competitors by providing comprehensive and valuable solutions that address a broader range of customer needs and makes their lives simpler.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Alternative Distribution
What is "alternative distribution" in the context of insurance?
Alternative distribution refers to the sale of insurance products through non-traditional channels, such as retail brands, fintech apps, or employers. Instead of a customer going directly to an insurance company, coverage options are embedded into the customer journey of a brand they already use and trust.
How does alternative distribution help insurers lower customer acquisition costs?
By leveraging partnerships with established brands, insurers gain direct access to a "warm" audience. This reduces the need for expensive traditional advertising and broad-scale marketing, as you are meeting customers at the exact moment they have a specific need for coverage.
How does alternative distribution benefit my brand if I’m not an insurance company?
For non-insurance brands, alternative distribution provides a way to monetize your existing customer base through commissions, increases customer loyalty by providing a more comprehensive service, and offers valuable data insights into your customers' buying behaviors.
What is the difference between "alternative distribution" and "embedded insurance"?
While often used interchangeably, alternative distribution is the broader strategy of using new channels to reach customers. Embedded insurance is a specific method of alternative distribution where the insurance offer is integrated directly into a third-party purchase process (like buying a home or booking a flight).