Shepherd
The all-in-one commercial insurance platform.
Overview
Shepherd is an insurtech platform that combines insurance underwriting with risk management software for high-hazard industries, particularly commercial construction. They act as a Managing General Agent (MGA) to provide policies like Casualty (General Liability, Auto, Excess) and offer complimentary software to help clients manage safety and reduce risk, aiming to provide premium savings.
✨ Key Features
- Fast underwriting for commercial casualty insurance
- Integrated risk management software
- Potential for premium savings through technology use
- Coverage for annual programs and specific projects (CIPs)
- Policies include General Liability, Commercial Auto, and Excess Liability
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Bundles insurance with proprietary risk management software
- Uses technology to speed up the underwriting process
- Offers premium credits for clients who adopt safety technology
Unique Value: Combines fast, tech-enabled casualty insurance underwriting with free, integrated risk management software to help commercial construction clients reduce risk and potentially lower their premiums.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Providing casualty insurance (GL, Auto, Excess) for commercial construction projects.
- Offering a combined insurance and software suite to manage risk.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Personal lines insurance
- Small businesses looking for simple, direct-to-consumer BOP policies
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike traditional insurers who have slow underwriting processes, Shepherd uses technology to provide decisions in hours instead of weeks. Unlike pure software companies, they provide the actual insurance policy.
💻 Platforms
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Policyholders tier)
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Risk management software is complimentary for policyholders.
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