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The Electronic Signature Solutions That Are Most Effective for Insurers' New Business Processes
4 June 2008
 
Steven Leigh   Juergen Weiss  

Both life and P&C insurers are considering electronic signatures as a means to streamline their new business processes. Gartner has examined the various e-signature options and has developed a decision framework to select the right solution for various distribution channels.





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Table of Contents


    
 Analysis

1.0
    
 Signature Environment
2.0
    
 Electronic Signature Defined

2.1
    
 Challenges in Deploying Electronic Signature Technology
2.2
    
 Finally, Electronic Signatures Are Being Considered
3.0
    
 Potential Benefits of E-Signature Solutions
4.0
    
 Electronic Authentication Solutions

4.1
    
 Legal Requirements in the United States
4.2
    
 Legal Requirements in Europe
5.0
    
 Business and Technology Requirements
6.0
    
 Available Solutions
7.0
    
 Decision Framework for Electronic Signatures

7.1
    
 Channel Qualification and Mobility
7.2
    
 Integration Capabilities
7.3
    
 Security and Cost-Effectiveness
8.0
    
 Conclusion and Recommendations

    
 Recommended Reading


List of Figures


Figure 1. 
 Channel Qualification of E-Signature Solutions
 

Figure 2. 
 Security and Cost-Effectiveness of E-Signature Solutions
 



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