Applied Systems, Inc.

Applied Systems is a global provider of cloud-based software solutions designed to power the business of insurance. The company specializes in insurance automation software for agency and brokerage management systems, facilitating the exchange of information and data throughout the insurance lifecycle. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Applied Systems aims to foster innovation within the insurance sector by delivering flexible software that enhances efficiency and competitiveness for its clients.

Applied Systems offers a comprehensive suite of products and services, including agency and brokerage management systems like Applied Epic and Applied TAM, and online management systems such as DORIS. Its portfolio also includes IVANS for cloud-based data exchange, Indio for digitizing insurance applications, EZLynx for agency management, and Tarmika for commercial quoting. The company has expanded its offerings with AI-powered solutions like Applied Pay for payments, Applied Recon for reconciliation, and Applied Book Builder for risk intelligence. These solutions cater to insurance professionals, agencies, brokerages, and carriers across North America and Europe, providing services such as consulting, data, education, and support.

As a privately held, private equity-backed company, Applied Systems maintains a strong market position, with its Applied Epic and Digital Agency technology utilized by seven of the top ten insurance agencies. Taylor Rhodes currently serves as CEO, with Graham Blackwell slated to take over the role in the coming quarters, as announced in April 2026. Recent strategic moves include the acquisition of AI-enabled risk digitalization firm Cytora in September 2025, aimed at accelerating the "Digital Roundtrip of Insurance." However, the company also announced in June 2025 its decision to withdraw its Applied Epic proposition from the UK market due to competitive challenges and complex product requirements.