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INSTEC

INSTEC RELEASES REPORTS MANAGER
FOR REAL TIME AD HOC REPORTING

QuickSolver Reports Manager developed using Microsoft's SQL Server Reporting Services

Naperville, IL, - INSTEC a leading provider of rating and policy administration software for the insurance industry and experts in integrated solution delivery, announced the availability of QuickSolverŽ Reports Manager, a new ad-hoc reporting tool for the QuickSolver rating and policy administration software.

The QuickSolver Reports Manager allows users the ability to view and export policy data in real time without requiring technical expertise. It includes thirty reports, each of which can be easily modified by the client, filtered and grouped to meet unique reporting requirements. Parameters are easy to set and can be saved for future use. Reports can also be exported to Microsoft Excel for further analysis as well as to PDFs for archiving and distribution.

Some reports include:

  • Full plan bureau statistical coding data
  • Detailed policy data (e.g. premiums by coverage, class code, limit, territory)
  • Policy forms, form groups, and form order
  • Rating data (e.g. LCMs, revisions, deviations)

Reports developed by INSTEC will be maintained across product and bureau updates, as part of the QuickSolver maintenance program.

Mark Strelau, Director, Products Technology stated, "INSTEC is proud to have delivered this mission critical tool to our clients. Data accessibility issues have plagued our industry for a long time, and achieving real time, flexible ad hoc capabilities was a business imperative we recognized. As a Microsoft Gold Partner, we actively seek to implement industry standard technologies into our application, and SQL Server Reporting Services is just the latest addition to our robust technology suite."

About INSTEC
Founded in 1982, INSTEC provides carriers and MGAs with comprehensive "best-of-breed" rating and policy issuance software designed for the dynamic nature of Commercial Lines. As a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, INSTEC continues to demonstrate their expertise in Microsoft technologies and their commitment to deliver insurance software solutions that meet the high standards expected from software products developed for Microsoft platforms, including .NET.

For more information on INSTEC, please call 630-955-9200 or visit our website at www.instec-corp.com Contact: Susie Tahtinen, Phone: 630-799-6356, Email: stahtinen@instec-corp.com


LIG Marine Managers

LIG Marine Managers Partners with Tryton Insurance Group for Longshore and Marine Insurance

St. Petersburg, FL - LIG Marine Managers and Tryton Insurance Group announces the completion of their partnership to provide Tryton agents the resources of LIG Marine Managers expertise in Marine and Longshore insurance.

Tryton agents will have a dedicated Portal for Quick Submits of their WC/Longshore and Maritime Employer Liability accounts available to them 24/7. Additional Portal benefits to agents include accounts being reserved pending a full submission, receiving an indication of the premium on most accounts plus having a LIG Underwriter assigned to help them through the process. The Portal website includes additional tools to assist their members in determining if the account is Longshore or Maritime and the information that should be included with a submission.

LIG Marine Managers has the resources to understand when a risk is Longshore or Admiralty. LIG's knowledgeable underwriters and staff help agents through the process by getting it right the first time. Whether the risk is 1 or 100% Longshore, LIG Marine Managers can cover it.

About Tryton Insurance Group
The mission of Tryton Insurance is to provide premier commercial standard insurance products and quality service to its agency partners by exceeding their agents' customer service expectations. Tryton Insurance operates in Houston, Texas and continues to provide personal phone service to retail agent across Texas and the US with powerful and nationally recognized companies providing business owners policies and packages along with monoline general liability, property, auto, marine, equipment breakdown and workers' compensation insurance coverages. More information about the company can be found at www.trytoninsurance.com.

About LIG Marine Managers
LIG Marine Managers is the leading provider of commercial marine insurance solutions to independent agencies throughout the USA since 1989. Not only is LIG the top Longshore and MEL market, LIG is also the leading market for Commercial Marine Liability, Hull, P&I, Marine Equipment, Pollution and Umbrella coverages.

Visit www.LIGMarine.com for additional information.


Westrope

Westrope Announces New Transportation Division

Kansas City, MO - Westrope announces the creation of its Transportation Division, which will be located in Kansas City, MO. The new wholesale broker team will service all of Westrope's clients, primarily focusing on securing the placement of insurance for all aspects of high-risk commercial transportation, including trucking, garage, paratransit, livery and fleet.

"Our commitment to our customers dictates that we continually broaden our product portfolio. This makes adding a Transportation Division, that offers a superior level of customer service, a logical step for Westrope," said Kevin Westrope, President/CEO and Founder of Westrope. "Transportation risks present distinct challenges and our unique team approach, coupled with our strong back office, extensive industry knowledge and key market relationships, will allow us to provide the level of service and solutions our clients expect."

Brad Stubbendieck joins the Transportation Division as the team leader and broker. Brad brings over 15 years of transportation insurance experience. Stephanie Woltemath has transitioned from her current role as a casualty broker and joins the team as a transportation broker, capitalizing on her prior experience on both the retail and wholesale sides of the transportation business. Sandy Shue joins the team as the transportation client manager. Sandy has been placing transportation accounts for the past 25 years.

"We are very fortunate to have such a talented and experienced team," said David Brinkeroff, Executive Vice President of Westrope. "You can count on them to provide tailored options for our clients' specific needs, ensuring the highest level of service."

About Westrope
Westrope is ranked among the top five largest privately held wholesale insurance brokers in the United States. Founded in 1992, the company is now home to over 140 insurance professionals in seven offices across the country. With strategic market relationships, Westrope's brokers are committed to providing superior service through innovative solutions. www.westrope.com


Lexington Insurance Company

Lexington Insurance Company Offers Groundbreaking Employee Theft Coverage Under Their LEX Transport Plus.

Geared for motor carriers of virtually any size, the Motor Truck Cargo Insurance provided in LEX Transport Plus, covers the legal obligations of both common and contract carriers, without requiring the scheduling of individual vehicles or operators.

The new optional Employee Theft Endorsement, available with Lexington's Motor Truck Cargo Insurance, enables truckers to effectively secure vital insurance for their business-and gain a competitive advantage. Coverage responds when cargo is stolen by an insured's employee or owner operators contracted by the insured. Limits can be equal to the policy limit per vehicle or tailored to a specific shippers' requirements.

Lexington Insurance Company is a member company of American International Group, Inc. (AIG).

Retail Brokers: Contact Risk Specialists Companies
www.airisk.com
Wholesale Brokers: Contact Lexington National Branch
www.lexingtoninsurance.com


 
 

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