Applied Systems Presented Pinnacle Awards to Five Firms
Applied Systems honored five insurance organizations for their operational achievements at the Applied Net 2026 event.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Remote Work
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Applied Systems recognized Inszone Insurance Services, Integra Insurance Services, The McClone Agency, OTIP/RAEO Insurance Brokers, and Travelers with annual Pinnacle Awards. The ceremony took place in Washington, D.C. as part of the company's annual conference.
Why it matters
The awards celebrate firms that utilize technology platforms to modernize agency workflows and improve service efficiency. This recognition highlights how insurance providers are integrating advanced software to manage growth and complex digital renewals.
Award recipient Travelers reported $49 billion in 2025 revenue, while Inszone Insurance Services has completed over 40 acquisitions since 2002. Additionally, Integra Insurance Services operates across 159 locations.
The players
Applied Systems
This technology company provides cloud-based software solutions designed for the global insurance industry.
Travelers
Travelers is a major insurance provider that generated $49 billion in revenue during 2025.
Inszone Insurance Services
This organization has focused on aggressive expansion, completing more than 40 acquisitions since 2002.
Integra Insurance Services
This firm maintains a network of 159 locations and has utilized EZLynx technology for two decades.
The McClone Agency
Founded in 1949, this firm is an established player in the independent insurance agency market.
The details
The event featured the debut of a submissionless commercial renewal capability powered by Cytora, with Travelers serving as the inaugural anchor carrier partner. This tool integrates renewal quotes directly into Applied Epic, streamlining processes for agencies that otherwise rely on manual remarketing efforts.
Timeline
1949: The McClone Agency was founded.
2002: Inszone Insurance Services was founded.
2025: Travelers generated $49 billion in revenue.
July 2026: The submissionless renewal capability was announced.
September 29, 2026: Applied Systems presented the Pinnacle Awards.
Market Landscape
The widespread integration of the Applied Epic platform underscores a trend toward consolidation in the independent insurance agency market. By standardizing digital renewal workflows, these firms are positioning themselves to manage increasingly complex portfolios with greater efficiency.
For the average insurance client, these technological upgrades mean faster renewal processing times and more reliable service. Agency customers may experience fewer delays in coverage updates as their providers move away from manual submission processes.
The takeaway
The insurance industry is moving toward automated, submissionless renewals to reduce administrative friction for agencies and carriers alike. Adopting integrated software platforms is becoming a baseline requirement for firms looking to scale through acquisitions or network expansion.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Insurance Business.
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