Guide: Electronic Signature

E-signatures offer a faster, more convenient, and more secure alternative to traditional paper-based signatures.

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Catalyit's Advice

There are different types of e-signatures available on the market, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. For example, some solutions require a high level of security, work across multiple devices, and allow for a more seamless experience with online transactions.

 

E-signatures help avoid the risks that may come with manual signatures and offer a more secure way of proving you are who you say you are. An electronic signature should be irrevocable, so it cannot be changed or withdrawn once it has been issued.

 

The user experience should be easy to use and intuitive.

 

Make sure multiple devices, such as desktops, laptops, smartphones, and tablets, are supported. This will help avoid having the same issue with each device and optimize for maximum performance.

 

Costs can vary between different providers. Ensure you only pay for the features you need and will use.

Steve Anderson's Take

“Electronic signatures have become crucial due to their enhanced security compared to traditional ink signatures. They serve a wide range of purposes, such as signing contracts and applications, verifying documents, and sending digital requests. For a modern insurance agency, it is imperative to have an electronic signature platform.”

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Steve Anderson

Catalyit Co-founder

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Features
RPost
Bridge
General considerations
Available as software-as-a-service (SaaS)
Signer account required to sign/view documents
Dedicated hardware required
Mobile/tablet e-sign supported
Third-party identification service support
Image and document upload capabilities
E-signed documents sent as email attachments
Different authentication method allowed in same transaction
Progress monitoring through dashboard
Reporting capabilities
Additional languages supported
Digital certificates supported
Security code feature to access document
Hosts a SOC 2 compliant data center
Reported incidents of leaked customer data
Support included in standard pricing model
User training provided
E-sign transaction types
Email invitation
Embedded link in portal
Printed QR/bar code
Mobile App
Other
E-sign methods
Click to sign
Digital signature w/ mobile phone
Captured signature file
Other
Authentication methods
Knowledge-based
Credential-based
SMS passcode to mobile phone
Digital certificates, smart cards, other hardware tokens
Signer certificates
Remain under signer’s sole control
Stored on vendor servers
Documents
Common document format upload capabilities
Additional document format support through printer driver
Document presentation order/workflow routing configuration allowed
Notifications
Notification supported
Customizable notifications
Audit trail
Unique time stamps per signer
Embedded links for later verification
Exportable evidence summary/log of events
Process evidence
Application Programming Interface (API)
Have API
Documentation and sample code provided
Templates
Form templates
Create and share with other users within agency
Merge data into templates, extract data post-signing
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Narrow Down Your Options

E-Signature TechSelector

Are you looking for an electronic signature solution that meets your agency’s unique needs? With so many options available, it can be overwhelming to make a decision. That’s where the E-Signature TechSelector™ comes in.

 

Our easy-to-use tool asks a few questions about your required features and generates a customized report. This report will help you identify the best electronic signature solution for your agency.

 

Don’t waste any more time searching. Try the E-Signature TechSelector™ today to simplify your search and get one step closer to finding the ideal electronic signature solution for your agency.

The Players

Take a closer look at all your available options by visiting their profiles.

RSign by RPost

RSign electronic signature makes it easy for signers to complete and sign documents using any desktop or mobile web browser in an intuitive, guided signing process.

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2024 State of Tech Report

Catalyit partnered with Big “I” state associations to survey 441 independent insurance agencies across the US and gather information about their tech stack and satisfaction.

71%
Agencies using an e-signature platform/service
Most Used % Use Avg. Rating
DocuSign 46% 4.4
Formstack 12% 4.2
Adobe Sign 12% 4.1
RSign by RPost 8% 4.0
Indio (Applied) 5% 4.4
Citrix RightSignature 4% 4.3
Assuresign 2% 4.2
Bridge 1% 4.3
HelloSign 1% 4.8
WeSignature 1% 4.7
Other 8% 4.6

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