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Vertafore Unveils New Cloud-Based Technology Innovations for Insurance Agencies to Supercharge Operational Efficiencies and Drive Profitability
Vertafore Unveils New Cloud-Based Technology Innovations for Insurance Agencies to Supercharge Operational Efficiencies and Drive Profitability
Bothell, WA –
(PRWEB) May 28, 2014 — Vertafore, the leading provider of software that transforms the business of insurance, today introduced a major upgrade across its entire portfolio of comprehensive and technologically advanced agency solutions for small, mid-size and enterprise insurance agencies. Based on demand by Vertafore’s customer base of over 20,000 insurance businesses, the Sagitta 2014, Vertafore Agency Platform 2014 and AMS360 2014 solutions incorporate the latest in cloud, data, mobile and automation technologies to help today’s modern insurance agencies increase operational efficiencies and grow profitability. With over $ 50 million invested into product development annually, the new wave of agency solutions demonstrates Vertafore’s commitment to driving the success of independent agencies of all sizes.
Technology investments are at an all-time high for insurance providers looking to software and IT solutions to innovate and optimize every facet of their organizations. In fact, the total insurance IT spending across North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific is expected to reach $ 162.1 billion in 2014, with continued growth to $ 176.7 billion by 2016 . Despite increasing budgets, Ernst & Young reports that 80% of insurance executives see themselves as technology laggards in customer engagement, analytics and adoption of mobile. To alleviate these hardships, Vertafore breaks the mold of traditional insurance software by incorporating cloud, mobile and big data capabilities into their technologies – providing the industry’s most advanced, comprehensive portfolio of solutions for agencies to maximize performance and drive profitability.
A recent Gartner market share analysis has ranked Vertafore second as the top 12 self-serve insurance vendors (VSS) worldwide for 2012 and 2013 . Today, over 20,000 insurance businesses use Vertafore, including 96% of the top independent agencies, 80% of carriers, and 13 of 25 leading brokers. In addition to the company’s recent partnerships with DocuSign, Progressive and the National Flood Service, the new enhancements in Sagitta 2014, Vertafore Agency Platform 2014 and AMS360 2014 solidify Vertafore’s leadership position.
Sagitta 2014
As the only customizable enterprise-level solution in the market, Sagitta 2014 is designed for scalability and provides an extensible architecture to meet the unique needs of enterprise-class agencies. Sagitta 2014 includes enhanced services at scale, such as access for remote users, analyzing and managing multiple lines of business, 3rd party application integration, and custom development capabilities – all showcasing the strength of the Sagitta product. As part of the new Vertafore Enterprise Suite, Sagitta 2014 works in tandem with integral agency products such as WorkSmart, BenefitPoint, and PL Rating to deliver user efficiencies unique to complex agency processes and tasks.
“I’ve been a Vertafore customer and Sagitta user since 1997, and our agency has built our business and processes around the Sagitta solution,” said Beth Jerauld, Senior Vice President of Mesirow Insurance Services, one of the largest independent insurance brokerages and consulting firms in the Chicago area, ranking among the top 40 in the country. “The new enhancements are incredibly advanced, customizable and scalable, allowing us to continue meeting the growing needs of our enterprise. The developmental efforts going into the Sagitta product are core to achieving our goals, and we’re looking forward to seeing additional innovations unfold in the coming months.”
Vertafore Agency Platform 2014
Since introducing the Vertafore Agency Platform in March 2013, the company has signed one new agency customer per day, signing more than 500 incremental new users each month. To help agencies overcome the challenge of managing disparate technologies even more, the Vertafore Agency Platform 2014 now offers an integrated single application experience that allows independent agents to make accurate business decisions and efficiently execute work tasks. New enhancements include Vertafore Single Sign-On, Vertafore SmartFlows, and a new “My Agency Home” dashboard that offers a personalized summary of each agent’s work status – including key tasks and outstanding issues. This automated guidance also helps reduce human latency and errors that hinder excellence in client service.
“Transitioning to the Agency Platform was a no-brainer, particularly due to the seamless integration of our core business applications and advanced reporting functionalities,” said Whitney Malone, Agency Operations Specialist at Gardiner Allen DeRoberts Insurance, one of the nation’s largest, locally owned independent insurance agency supporting clients in all 50 states. “Since making the switch, our agents can manage leads and sell more effectively, resulting in exponential revenue growth.”
AMS360 2014
As the most cost-effective standalone agency management system, AMS360 is a starting point for fast growing agencies before upgrading to the Vertafore Agency Platform. Currently serving over 60,000 users, AMS360 2014 offers a rich set of new features that helps agencies drive revenue growth and better serve customers, including new accounting, billing endorsement processing, and on-demand access to ACORD forms. AMS360 2014 also supports the latest PC software versions, including Windows 8.1, IE 10 and 11.
“Not long after taking over our family-owned agency, it became apparent that technology could resolve a majority of our day-to-day inefficiencies,” said Rex Caton, CEO of Caton-Hosey Insurance Agency, known as Florida’s most respected property, casualty and benefits insurance agency. “Vertafore’s agency solutions put us ahead of competition and have played a significant role in helping achieve our business goals. AMS360 allows our team to automate processes, and spend more time focusing on client needs and improving the customer service experience.”
“The insurance industry is on the cusp of a major digital transformation, and Vertafore is leading the charge through the innovations we are bringing to market today. As we’ve witnessed in other fast moving industries like financial services, agility and automation have a profound impact on the bottom line,” said Alex Lintner, CEO of Vertafore. “Our software helps independent agencies leverage the latest advancements in cloud, data and mobile, to increase efficiencies and maximize day-to-day operations that move the needle for their business.”
From customer and policy management to producer licensing, reference materials, and real-time rating, no other insurance software company offers end-to-end solutions designed to make the modern independent agency more profitable today and into the future.
To debut Sagitta 2014, Vertafore Agency Platform 2014 and AMS360 2014, Vertafore will host a live webcast on May 28 at 10:00 am PDT. Attendees will experience live product demonstrations, hear customer testimonials and Q&As with Vertafore executives. In the coming weeks, Vertafore will also host separate, in-depth webinars for each product line. For more information, visit http://insure.vertafore.com/vertaforeagency
About Vertafore
Vertafore delivers cloud-based insurance software and services that transform the business of insurance. With the largest customer-base in the industry, more than 20,000 agencies and carriers leverage Vertafore’s insurance solutions that are built on today’s most advanced cloud, mobile, and information technology platforms. Only Vertafore offers the most complete portfolio of solutions for agencies and carriers to drive efficiencies and increase profitability – including agency management, rating and connectivity, content management and workflow, information solutions and producer lifecycle management. For more information about Vertafore, visit http://www.vertafore.com, and follow the company on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Vertafore, the Vertafore logo and design and other trademarks mentioned belong to Vertafore, Inc. Other trademarks belong to their respective owners. ©2014 Vertafore, Inc. and its subsidiaries.
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Factory Bunk Beds Unveils Incredible New Merlot Convertible Twin Over Desk Beds
Factory Bunk Beds Unveils Incredible New Merlot Convertible Twin Over Desk Beds
(PRWEB) February 28, 2013
Factory Bunk Beds unveils incredible new merlot convertible twin over desk beds on their website. These types of beds with a desk are increasing in popularity due to their ability to save space and added functionality. Factory Bunk Beds is the country’s premier bunk beds and bedroom furniture retailer online.
The merlot looks amazing on the bed with its ultra-durable lacquer finish. The new beds are a very exciting addition to the Factory Bunk Beds family.
“Introducing merlot convertible twin over desk beds to our product lineup was important to provide more options to our customers,” said Will Royall, CEO of Factory Bunk Beds. “For families that need the convenience of saving space and money, these merlot convertible beds are true winners.”
These types of beds are for more than just young children. The convertible beds with built-in desks are perfect for kids and teenagers, all the way through young adulthood. It is common for parents to buy this type of bed for students who have a smaller room in the home or a dorm room.
The children and young adults have plenty of space in the desk area to comfortably work on their homework or just surf the Internet on their computer. The desk has two full solid wood pull-out drawers and a pullout keyboard tray for easier use.
The merlot convertible twin over desk bed has smooth edges, all corners are rounded, and the bed is built to hold up to 400 pounds. This bed is built with high-quality solid wood all throughout the furniture piece, ensuring it is very sturdy and does not shake or move at all. The wood is sanded down to 220 grit and applied with a premium lacquer finish for ultimate durability, shine and smoothness.
This bed along with many other bedroom furniture products available on Factory Bunk Beds are made by Discovery World Furniture (DWF). DWF has over 20 years’ experience in building quality bedroom products using only the finest materials and superior craftsmanship. All of their beds exceed ASTM (American Society for Testing Materials) safety standards.
DWF places a major emphasis on safety and customers can buy the products knowing they are as safe as possible and will last for years to come.
Factory Bunk Beds has many more bedroom accessories available that can liven up the decor of any bedroom in a home. The company has no sales tax, except in FL, free shipping on most orders, 3% Factory Cash Rewards, and the best customer support team in the industry.
To learn more about merlot convertible twin over desk beds visit http://www.factorybunkbeds.com.
About Factory Bunk Beds:
Factory Bunk Beds is an online furniture store that specializes in offering high-quality bunk beds and bedroom furniture at affordable prices. The company’s philosophy is based on saving their customers money and hassle by letting them buy direct without membership to any club. The company also provides rebates in the form of Factory Cash Rewards that allows customers to extend their purchases by 3% further for their loyalty. Their tagline “Shop Smarter” really drives it home.
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City of Bell, Calif. Unveils New Transparent Website
City of Bell, Calif. Unveils New Transparent Website
BELL, Calif. (PRWEB) January 24, 2013
BELL, Calif. (January 24, 2013) Two years after its municipal pay controversy forever changed the way citizens across the country scrutinize local government finances, the City of Bell, Calif. has unveiled a new city website that makes city legislative activity and financial data easy to find and accessible to all citizens.
The new website http://www.cityofbell.org, designed in collaboration with Vision Internet, a national leader in government website development, and launched on December 24, 2012, was officially unveiled in a presentation to City leaders and local citizens at the January 16th open meeting of the Bell City Council.
“The City of Bell City Council’s desire for open government and greater information transparency had a great influence on the design and features of the Bell website,” said Steve Chapin, Vision Internet president. “Inspired by Bell’s commitment to good government reform and its dramatic turnaround, our government website design experts worked hand-in-hand with the City’s website team to create a website that serves up detailed data about how City government works and how taxpayer dollars are spent.”
Guided by the “10-point Transparency Checklist” created by the Sunshine Review, a non-profit organization dedicated to educating the public about proactive disclosure; Institute For Local Government guidelines; and State of California transparency laws; the new Bell website features a “Transparency” tab on the main navigation toolbar, which is dedicated to presenting citizens with easy-to-find detailed financial information and other public documents.
“The new City of Bell website is an important tool in our effort to move the City forward and enhance transparency to City Hall functions,” said Bell Mayor Ali Saleh. “We have brought City Hall to residents’ front doors providing detailed information about local government and its services – information that can be conveniently accessed 24/7. By creating a new space in the virtual Bell neighborhood we’ve also relieved long lines at public counters while enabling residents to easily find recreation classes for their children, download City applications and forms, and submit public records requests directly to the City Clerk. This new website isn’t just a stark contrast to the past; it’s a complete 360 degree turn that clearly demonstrates our continued commitment to transparency.”
Bell citizens now can easily find and review the annual city budget, financial statements, investments, salaries of all public officials and employees, and even the city’s electronic checkbook. Other options under “Transparency” include Bell City Council policies, details on taxes, zoning and building permits, and Statements of Economic Interest by city officials with decision-making authority.
As a result, Bell is being called a model in the ‘quiet revolution’ in local government. “Local budget crises, the growing number of online social and mobile platforms, and the public’s expectation of 24/7 access are changing the relationship between local government and its citizens,” Chapin said. “Transparency is the key that can open the door to community problem solving. Nowhere has this been more apparent than in the City of Bell’s new approach, where the dedication of newly–elected public officials, administrators and City employees have resulted in this innovative community portal.”
An important feature of the new website is the incorporation of Google Translator to accommodate the needs of Bell residents who prefer to receive information in their native languages, including Spanish and Arabic.
For those members of the community who do not have internet or computer access, the City continues to provide free public access computers at all City facilities including parks, the Bell Community Center and the Bell Technology Center, where residents can surf the Web and explore the new City of Bell website.
“The age of government transparency is still in the early stages as the momentum shifts from ‘Should we do it?’ to ‘How do we make government data easily accessible to those who need it?’” Chapin said. “The City of Bell is a model of civic renewal and we are proud to have played a part in the journey.”
For more information about Vision Internet’s transformative government website technology, please call 888-263-8847 or visit http://www.visioninternet.com/freedemo.
About Vision Internet
Headquartered in Santa Monica, Calif., Vision Internet is the national leader in government website development with nearly 500 government, non-profit and education clients across the U.S. and Canada. Over the past 17 years, Vision Internet has created industry-defining websites for communities ranging in populations of less than 1,000 residents to more than 5 million. The company has earned hundreds of prestigious industry awards for its unique websites, and recently launched its latest content management system visionCMS™, a powerful, easy to use tool developed with feedback from hundreds of municipal clients. For more information visit http://www.visioninternet.com
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