CGI Announces The Product Launch Of CGI Edge
Las Vegas, NV - CGI Group, Inc., a leader in information technology and business process services, recently announced the product launch of CGI Edge the next generation of CGI's property and casualty insurance software. Leveraging leading technologies, CGI Edge uses a web-based, service-oriented architecture, based on the .Net framework, and incorporates Web 2.0 technology. A service-based approach with externalized business rules gives CGI Edge the power to deliver a highly configurable solution. CGI Edge supports the complete policy lifecycle, including quoting and issuance, policy administration, billing, automated reinsurance processing, agency processing, and management/statistical reporting.
This comprehensive suite of software provides insurance companies with a competitive advantage in pursuing increased growth and profitability. CGI Edge gives agents an easy-to-use web-based interface that allows agents to perform all policy transactions including quotes, new business, endorsements, payments, and creating a first notice of loss. Integrated technology enables carriers to act instantly to take advantage of emerging market opportunities and to respond to their clients' needs. Users will find CGI Edge easy to modify and configure without the need for complex and lengthy coding changes.
"CGI Edge gives our agents the capacity to electronically quote and submit policies for all Personal and Commercial lines of business. The functionality, technology, and ease of use that this web-based product brings to our agent/company interface enables a more service-oriented approach to customer service," said Ron Boyd, President and CEO, Midwest Family Mutual Insurance Company.
"The primary business drivers for carriers in this market are profitable growth, managing expenses, and having the flexibility to quickly respond to market changes and opportunities. CGI's vision and commitment to investing in the transformation of its insurance solutions resulted in the development of CGI Edge," said Gordon Gaar, Vice-President, Marketing and Strategy for Insurance, CGI.
SOURCE: CGI Inc.