Just as businesses are reopening in phases, insurers will need to develop new plans for different aspects of their businesses to accommodate employees and policyholders. (Photo: Shutterstock)
I've worked remotely for over 25 years, starting way before it was the popular thing to do. I had a forward-thinking boss who was willing to let me work from home except for weekly staff meetings. As my career progressed, I worked a combination of days in the office and from home because I managed a staff of 14 for a weekly newspaper. At other positions, I was able to split my time at home and in the office because of long commutes. It has always been a privilege I've never taken for granted.
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Patricia L. Harman
Patricia L. Harman is the editor-in-chief of Claims magazine, a contributing editor to PropertyCasualty360.com, and chairs the annual America's Claims Event (ACE), which focuses on providing claims professionals with cutting-edge education and networking opportunities. She covers auto, property & casualty, workers' compensation, fraud, risk and cybersecurity, and is a frequent speaker at insurance industry events. Contact her at [email protected]
