State regulators have published a proposed policy on the use of electronic offerings, and electronic signatures
Bobbisue Edmondson of Hub Financial and Al Knight of Edward Jones join the not-for-profit’s executive committee
Keeping paper records of insurance documents is outdated, unreliable and inconvenient - think: misplaced papers and overflowing filing cabinets. Going digital means your documents are organized and searchable automatically
The next step is to establish data feeds that provide standardized information on in-force insurance policie
The change helps streamline the document submission process, while improving compliance and enforcement capabilities
New rule sets requirements for providing electronic records
Not only are there significant cost savings available for both financial services firms and their advisors, but changes in regulation and investor behaviour are key reasons for considering electronic communication
Paper still the preferred method of regulators and clients alike
No new date given for transition to new service provider
Rule expected to come into force in February 2014