83% of policyholders expect a response within one business day
According to Vertafore’s 2026 U.S. policyholder survey, 83% expect a response within one business day, and more than a third expect one within an hour. When your team is stretched thin, keeping up with those expectations becomes harder
74% of agents cite repetitive data entry as a major frustration
An Ivans 2026 survey found that 74% of surveyed independent agents identified re-entering information across carrier portals as a major workflow frustration. That’s valuable time your producers could spend on prospects and clients instead.
Hiring U.S. policy support can mean nearly $50,000 in annual wages
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that insurance claims and policy processing clerks earned a median annual wage of $49,230 in May 2025. That’s before additional employer expenses such as benefits and payroll taxes.
What changes when your producers get EDGE’s support
Quote requests don’t get buried under paperwork
Incoming inquiries and referrals are logged, organized, and routed for follow-up, making it easier for producers to prioritize conversations with potential clients.
Your producers spend less time chasing documents
Remote administrative staff manage applications, certificate requests, and routine records while licensed agents focus on coverage decisions and client relationships.
Renewals get attention before the deadline
Your assistant tracks upcoming renewal dates, organizes outstanding documents, and helps coordinate reminders so your team can prepare ahead of time.
Existing clients get support without interrupting every sales call
Billing questions, document requests, and general inquiries go through a dedicated support process, leaving producers with fewer routine interruptions.
Sales support
Give every new opportunity the attention it deserves.
- Lead intake and appointment setting. Record incoming inquiries, coordinate permitted initial contacts, and schedule calls with licensed producers.
- Quote and renewal reminders. Track outstanding quotes, flag upcoming renewals, and coordinate administrative follow-ups.
- CRM and pipeline management. Update prospect records, log conversations, and organize follow-up tasks so opportunities don’t get overlooked.
Executive assistant and administrative support
Get the paperwork off your producers’ desks.
- Application entry and submission preparation. Enter client information, organize supporting documents, and prepare files for authorized review.
- Certificate of Insurance (COI) coordination. Track certificate requests, prepare documentation, and route requests through your agency’s approved process.
- Policy changes and endorsements. Record client requests, update administrative records, and follow up on pending changes.
Customer service
Keep policyholders supported without interrupting every sales conversation.
- Inbound service inquiries. Answer routine questions, handle general billing requests, and direct coverage matters to licensed agents.
- Billing and endorsement follow-ups. Track payment inquiries, outstanding documents, and administrative policy updates.
- Claims intake support. Collect First Notice of Loss (FNOL) details, organize documents, and forward information to authorized claims personnel.
Get more selling time without hiring a bigger local team
| Engagement Model | Best For |
|---|---|
| Dedicated Staff Placement | Add a remote sales assistant, administrative specialist, or customer service representative to your existing team. |
| BPO / Function Handover | Outsource agreed functions such as lead intake, document coordination, or routine back-office administration. |
| Project-Based / Seasonal Support | Bring in temporary help for renewal backlogs, CRM cleanup, or periods of increased inquiries. |
Frequently asked questions
Absolutely! We can find candidates with experience in your lines of business, depending on availability.
Not from scratch! Our talent comes trained, and we provide additional training. You'll just need to introduce them to your agency's specific processes.
With dedicated staffing, you manage their daily tasks. For outsourced functions, we'll agree on the management setup beforehand.

