Consumer Portal

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Overview

  • The meeting focused on the Consumer Portal, designed for policyholders to access and manage their policies with ease.
  • Features include:
    • Access to policy details and documents.
    • Ability to report claims, request changes, or initiate cancellations.
    • Notifications sent via email for actions like renewal reminders or required document uploads.
    • Integration with Elevation Certificate generation for policyholders to download, complete, and resubmit.

Key Features of the Consumer Portal

  1. Policy Overview:
    • Displays policy numbers (current, pending, expired).
    • Shows details like property address, premiums, discounts, and coverages (dwelling, personal property, etc.).
  2. Document Management:
    • Policyholders can download and upload documents directly from the portal.
  3. Payments:
    • Users can view outstanding balances, upcoming bills, and payment options.
    • Plans for enhancements include adding property descriptions and expanding payment plan options.
  4. Claim Management:
    • Users can report claims and communicate with examiners or adjusters via a message center.
    • Includes document sharing and status updates (e.g., pending assignment or proof of loss).
  5. Change Requests:
    • Allows updates to coverage, deductibles, mortgage information, or insured details.
    • Non-monetary changes are auto-issued; monetary changes are sent for underwriter review.
  6. Cancellation Requests:
    • Policyholders can select valid cancellation reasons, attach required documents, and update mailing information for refunds.
    • All cancellations require underwriter review, with enhancements planned for automating agent signature collection.

Planned Enhancements

  • Electronic Mail: Users can opt-in for electronic communications to reduce physical mail costs.
  • Auto-Pay Integration: Potential for adding automatic payment options.
  • Agent Notifications: Automated emails for missing signatures or additional required actions.

General Observations

  • The Consumer Portal aims to be a one-stop shop, empowering policyholders to manage policies independently, reducing reliance on agents.
  • Upcoming features will further streamline processes and improve user experience.

Key Takeaway

The Consumer Portal is positioned as a user-friendly and efficient tool for policyholders, providing significant advantages over competitors. Enhancements will focus on automation, accessibility, and reducing manual intervention.