PnB MetLife builds a hybrid virtual branch model with VideoCX
PnB MetLife adopted VideoCX’s video kiosk solution to deliver branch-likeexperiences for sales, servicing, and claims without expanding physical locations.
At a glance
- Industry: Life Insurance
- Location: India
- Use Case: Virtual Branch – Video Kiosk for Sales, Servicing & Claims
- Departments Covered: Sales, Customer Service, Claims
At a glance
- Industry: Life Insurance
- Location: India
- Use Case: Virtual Branch – Video Kiosk for Sales, Servicing & Claims
- Departments Covered: Sales, Customer Service, Claims
PnB MetLife Insurance
PnB MetLife Insurance, a leading life insurer in India, faced challenges in providing specialized product knowledge and resolving claims efficiently due to limited staff at branch locations. Expanding physical branches was costly and resource-heavy. To overcome these hurdles, the company partnered with VideoCX to deploy video kiosks, enabling virtual access to experts across sales, servicing, and claims.
Challenges
- Limited staff expertise → Branch staff shortages reduced the ability to provide in-depth product knowledge.
- Claim delays → Lack of direct access to subject matter experts slowed claim settlements.
- High expansion costs → Setting up new physical branches required significant investment.
Solution by VideoCX
- Dedicated video kiosks → Installed across PnB MetLife branches for customer access.
- Instant expert connection → Customers connected via one-click video call with subject matter experts.
- Comprehensive support → Product explanations, policy updates, and claim guidance delivered via secure video sessions.
- Backend integration → Representatives accessed policy history and customer details instantly.
- Audit readiness → All sessions securely recorded and compliant for regulatory standards.
Implementation
- Video kiosks were deployed across key city branches.
- Customers used kiosks to connect directly with subject matter experts.
- Experts handled:
- Policy purchase assistance and illustrations
- Policy changes and premium updates
- Claim documentation and settlement support
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Integrated backend systems provided real-time policy and customer information.
Results & Impact
- Branch-like service, virtually → Customers experienced in-depth service even in locations with limited staff.
- Improved satisfaction → Faster claims and personalized guidance boosted customer confidence.
- Virtual branch expansion → Reach extended without high costs of opening new locations.
- Reduced TAT → Faster turnaround for claims and service requests.
- Future-ready model → Combined physical presence with digital expertise.