Changes in the Life Insurance Industry: Efficiency, Technology and Risk Management
| Author | : J. David Cummins |
| Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
| Total Pages | : 388 |
| Release | : 1999-12-31 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0792385357 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780792385356 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (57 Downloads) |
Download or read book Changes in the Life Insurance Industry: Efficiency, Technology and Risk Management written by J. David Cummins and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 1999-12-31 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ten chapters explore the determinants of firm performance in the life insurance industry by identifying the best practices employed by leading insurers to succeed in the changing business environment. Particular attention is devoted to strategic choices in distribution systems, information technology, mergers and acquisitions, human resources, and financial strategies. Generic strategies such as cost leadership, customer focus, and product differentiation are analyzed as well as strategic practices specific to the insurance industry. The book concludes with an analysis of the future opportunities and challenges facing managers. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
