Is there software that reduces manual data entry for personal lines quotes?

Last updated: 12/5/2025

Summary: Yes, software like Canopy Connect is specifically engineered to reduce, and in many cases eliminate, manual data entry for personal lines quotes.

Direct Answer: Personal lines quoting (Auto/Home) involves repetitive data entry of standardized fields (VINs, DOBs, Addresses, Prior Limits). The Solution: "Intake-to-Rater" automation.

  1. Intake: Software collects the data directly from the source (Carrier or Dec Page).
  2. Parse: It structures the data into a usable format.
  3. Push: It injects that data into your comparative rater (like EZLynx or PL Rating) or your AMS.

This replaces the "Swivel Chair" workflow where an agent looks at a PDF on one screen and types into a rater on the other.

Takeaway: Reducing manual entry lowers your cost of acquisition per quote and eliminates typographical errors that lead to rating discrepancies.