Friday, November 13, 2026

Technology

Partners Life Online Application Initiative

Just over two years on from its 2019 launch, Partners Life has given advisers one more reason to use its MUM underwriting system –...
Sharron Botica, AIA NZ Chief Partnership Distribution Officer

Acting CEO Drives AIA Forward During Leader’s Absence

When AIA NZ's CEO Nick Stanhope went on extended leave in November last year, the firm's Sharron Botica (pictured) stepped in to run the...

Heavier Focus on Compliance and Business Consolidation Predicted for 2022

Each year regulators such as the FMA, Department of Internal Affairs, and the Commerce Commission say they will increase their regulatory activities. However, 2022...

Deloitte Report Points to a Thriving Year-Ahead for Insurers

A report based on an insurance industry survey by the Deloitte Center for Financial Services is bullish when it comes to the sector's growth...

Electronic Signature Update From Partners Life

Partners Life has updated its list of acceptable electronic signature providers saying it's received a number of requests from financial advisers asking for clarification...

Key Technology Appointments Made at Cigna

Cigna NZ has appointed Gabe Smith and David Marquis to its technology team as the firm continues to invest in its digital-based services. Smith will...

New Quoting Initiative From AIA

AIA NZ has made obtaining quotes easier and quicker for financial advisers by integrating its system with Xplan – a financial planning and wealth...

AIA Eases Income Protection Application for Those With Mental Health Issues

AIA NZ's underwriting approach to mental ill health disclosures for Income Protection cover now include a new set of questions to help increase automated...

FMA Helps FAPs Get up to Speed on Cybersecurity

The FMA has published an information sheet of principles and resources to help licensed FAPs develop their cyber resilience. The regulator says standard conditions for...