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Software start-up eyes 500 000 policies
Start-up broker software provider Wanna Insure has set a target to write 500 000 policies by the end of its third year of trading.
People moves – 10 March 2011
A round-up of people moves and new appointments in the industry, as featured in the 10 March 2011 edition of Post.
Mobile technology - Brokers: How can technology benefit the way brokers do business
With more advanced smartphones and tablet computers, Rachel Gordon asks if mobile technology is merely the latest passing fad, or the shape of the future for the broking community.
Alan Boswell signs Open GI deal
Alan Boswell Group has signed a multi-year partnership agreement with software house Open GI.
Footman James selects Open GI
Footman James, has signed a three-year contract with Open GI to support over 180 users.
Sagicor eyes SME after Josephs hire
Barbados-based insurer Sagicor is targeting growth in the UK's SME space after recruiting MMA Insurance's former head of distribution Ian Josephs to launch a range of web-based products.
Open GI joins forces with imarket
Open GI, has joined forces with imarket to provide a range of new commercial insurance products on the open trader platform.
NMJ acquisition moves to Open GI
NMJ Insurance Brokers, has selected Open GI as the IT partner of choice for their most recent acquisition.
Career development & CSR news: Open GI team cycles along Hadrian's Wall
A team of staff from software house Open GI has raised more than £1000 for Midlands Air Ambulance by taking part in a charity cycle.
Open GI appoints customer services head
Software firm Open GI has appointed Michele Munn to the role of head of customer service.
Open GI launches new broker software`
Open GI has unveiled new software to help brokers meet Financial Services Authority demands for tighter screening practices.
Power Place launches extranet
Power Place is rolling out an extranet to give all brokers around the country access to its online commercial insurance marketplace.
Fresh selects Open GI for certificate support
Midlands-based broker Fresh Insurance has chosen Open GI as its technology provider for the distribution of electronic motor insurance certificates.
MCE signs Open GI deal
Motorcycle broker MCE has signed a new deal with Open GI, in a move that will cover the entire IT infrastructure for its call centre and trading website.
Open GI and MCE in 5 year deal
Motorcycle broker MCE has signed a major deal with Open GI, in a move that will cover its entire IT infrastructure for its call centre and trading website.
Former SSP development manager joins Open GI
Andy Beardshaw, former development manager at SSP, has joined Open GI to manage the company’s Open Trader team.
Open GI grows product team
Insurance broker software firm Open GI has appointed Sean Garfield and Kristina Wilkins to its product management team.
Hughes increases IT investment with Open GI
Hughes Insurance said it has expanded its Open GI system as part of a long term deal to support future business growth.
Broker declares SME "next battleground" for direct insurers
RG Ford has become the first broker to sign up to Open GI’s new quote and buy solution for SME business two weeks after its launch at British Insurance Brokers' Association conference.
BIBA 2010: Open GI launches online quote and buy for SMEs
Open GI has launched Ebroker for Open Trader, a new online quote and buy solution the firm claims will enable brokers to sell SME products to clients via the web.
New data hub promises level playing field for insurers
Non-direct motor insurers and brokers will soon be able to compete head on with their direct counterparts, following the launch of a new data bureau that will validate claims, credit and vehicle data at the point of sale, according to its founding…
Open GI gets Aviva green light
Open GI has become the latest technology firm to integrate its motor quote engine with Aviva’s web-based rating engine in order to provide more competitive, real-time rates to brokers.
Broker support: Personal services
Networks, managing general agents and other partnerships continue to find plentiful support from brokers and insurers alike. Ana Paula Nacif looks at why.
Towergate smooths IPO path with debt restructure
Towergate has enlisted investment bank JP Morgan to advise it on a debt restructure that will extend the length of time it has to repay monies owed by swapping bank debt and preferred shares for a stake in a new subsidiary.