Could I transfer an entire database?

Article Abstract:

Many companies provide data transfer services between different insurance agency management systems. Agena develops individual conversion plans for customers, based on their existing database and the degree of detail they wish to achieve. Cisgem and Applied also support all major management vendor systems, offering basic conversion of policyholder names, addresses and billing information, or more detailed conversion. Other conversion options are discussed.

Database Mgmt Software Pkgs, Analysis, Database design

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Full power of Notes frequently goes untapped

Article Abstract:

Lotus Notes offers a variety of powerful tools to help insurance companies automate their paperwork. Lotus Notes 4.0 enables users to store, share and analyze documents. The software operates on different computer platforms and can combine information from mainframes, relational databases and the World Wide Web. Lotus Notes also allows users to control access to documents and allows users in different departments or locations to use the same documents.

Communications Software NEC, Usage, Telecommunications software, Lotus Notes 4.0 (Workgroup software)

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Budgeting for technology - using the 3% solution; the cost of replacing or upgrading systems stops agencies from updating their systems

Article Abstract:

Insurance agencies and brokerages should develop a technology plan as a subset of the all-encompassing business plan to budget for system upgrades. An appropriate annual figure is 3% of the net commission income. This type of budgeting will enable the agency or brokerage to upgrade the system without major, unforeseen budget allocations.

Computer Software, Operational Budgeting, Management, Software, Economic aspects, Business budgets, Upgrading (Computers)

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