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By Pat Leary

OrganizationsConsumer-Directed Distribution across all industries are exploring consumer-directed distribution methods. New LIMRA research shows that many companies are currently leveraging self-directed models to connect with consumers while others are developing new products for these channels.

While much of the focus has been on online strategies, organizations can take various approaches to market and sell their products. Consumer-directed distribution is part of overall digital and omnichannel strategies that many companies are embracing to drive profitable growth and provide clients a seamless customer experience.

LIMRA research finds that companies are leveraging several approaches in their consumer-directed strategies. Each approach has different benefits depending on the carrier’s strategy, resources, and positioning in the marketplace. Brand awareness, economics, and the degree of control over the customer experience are all considerations. LIMRA’s study indicates the direct-to-consumer method leads the way, followed by affinity direct, and third-party strategies.

Term, whole life, and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) are the products most commonly offered through consumer-directed models. Online and contact center approaches lead the way, followed by direct mail.

There are a number of questions to ask when deciding a distribution strategy and which approach—consumer-directed or otherwise—makes sense:

Answers to these and other questions will help organizations decide if a consumer-directed strategy is right for them.

Media Contacts

Catherine Theroux

Director, Public Relations

Work Phone: (860) 285-7787

Mobile Phone: (703) 447-3257

ctheroux@limra.com

Brooke Lacey

Senior Public Relations Specialist

Work Phone: (860) 298-3920

Mobile Phone: (413) 530-6184

blacey@limra.com

Bailey Reed

Public Relations/Social Media Specialist

Work Phone: (770) 984-3788

breed@loma.org

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