By Jim Ferrell, VP, FireLight Product Management, Insurance Technologies

In life, change is constant; but in business, change is planned, measured and must be perceived to provide real value to be adopted. That does not mean that all changes are successful. Without attempts or failures we would not broaden and deepen our efficiencies or be better prepared for the next successful change endeavor.

There have been monumental changes in the annuity distribution business over the past decade driven by a vision of what was possible. These changes certainly did not originate through a meticulously planned and measured path, but rather a rapid, engaged and unparalleled collaboration with a core group of industry participants that had a vision of what was possible. I’m certain everyone who was involved had decisions and directions they wish they could go back and make again. Read more…