Paraplanners demand technology upgrades and 'better integration'

Majority believe the technology they use could be upgraded

Sahar Nazir
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Paraplanners are calling for improved technology and enhanced connectivity, according to the latest data from the Scottish Widows Paraplanner Survey.

The majority (64%) of paraplanners have said the technology they currently use could be upgraded and this was particularly the case among larger firms. This is according to an annual survey of 422 paraplanners from across the UK in June. When asked how their technology could be improved, paraplanners called for "better integration". The study suggested that improving technology could alleviate heavy workloads, which 59% of paraplanners said is the key barrier to them adding more value. However, one area where paraplanners may be getting short-changed is technology decision-making. ...

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