OnlineBenefits to Acquire Captiva Systems, Inc.Deal adds agency management systems to broker product lineUniondale, NY (May 18, 2004) ? OnlineBenefits, Inc., provider of Internet-based HR solutions, announced that it has signed a Letter of Intent to acquire Captiva Systems, a producer of agency management software for group insurance brokers. The deal brings Captiva Systems' software products into OnlineBenefits' suite of solutions targeted at the nation's extensive network of health and welfare insurance brokers. Captiva's flagship product, CommissionsDue, tracks insurance commissions and has been adopted by over 1,000 brokers. AgencyWare is a comprehensive client management system designed specifically for the needs of benefit brokers. It is currently being beta tested with several brokers and will be released this summer.OnlineBenefits will integrate AgencyWare with its existing successful Advisor Tools and Client Community products.
The resulting application will be a centralized system in which brokers will track customers, share documentation with them, perform research, run benchmarking, manage workflow and monitor all of these interactions. OnlineBenefits intends to devote significant financial resources, product knowledge and sales expertise to capitalize on the power of Captiva Systems' products. The entire staff of Captiva will join the company and continue to focus on its aggressive product upgrade schedule.The acquisition brings notable synergies. Jim McCallion, President of Captiva Systems explains, "There couldn't be a better fit to get our products into the hands of the nation's top benefits brokers." Alan Cohen, CEO of OnlineBenefits added, "Many of the partners in our network of 350 brokers have been urging OnlineBenefits to offer technology that corrals all of their client and prospect relationships into an organized system.This acquisition fast tracks superb applications into our line-up of products, and we expect the deal to drive nearly one million dollars in near-term revenue with tremendous potential for the future."About OnlineBenefitsOnlineBenefits, Inc. is the HR solutions company behind the well-known Benergy family of communication, administration and intelligence products.
Its market-proven solutions enrich the benefits and HR experience for employers, employees and brokers in innovative, cost-effective ways. The company designs, implements and hosts its Internet-based applications and distributes them in partnership through its network of over 350 of the nation's leading brokers and consultants. Currently, more than 3,400 employers of all sizes and 815,000 employees use Benergy solutions. Visit www.onlinebenefits.com.About Captiva SystemsCaptiva Systems was founded in 1997 to develop best of breed practice management solutions for insurance brokers. Their CommissionsDue software is the industry's leading commission tracking application and is used by over 1,000 brokers including some of the largest insurance distributors in the nation.
Following this success, Captiva developed AgencyWare, a fully integrated sales, service and management system for benefit advisors. AgencyWare will be available this summer. Visit www.captivasystems.com.Contacts:Andrew CecconChief Marketing OfficerOnlineBenefits, Inc.(516) 414-7008e-mail protected from spam bots
Brent DePeppeDirector of SalesCaptiva Systems(305) 252-3373e-mail protected from spam botsThis press release was distributed through eMediawire by Human Resources Marketer (HR Marketer: www.HRmarketer.com) on behalf of the company listed above..
7 Things You Need to Know About Gastric Bypass Surgery
For millions of obese people through out the world, gastric bypass surgery is an option that is available to improve their lives. If you are one of these people, you may have heard conflicting reports as to what the criteria to have the surgery performed, what is involved or what happens after the hospital stay. The following information will answer many questions you may have.
1- Gastric bypass surgery is approved for people with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or above. For most women this is about 80 pounds over weight and for most men, 100 pounds. However, if there are serious weight related health issues involved, the BMI requirements can be lowered to 35.
2- Gastric bypass surgery essentially creates a new stomach pouch.
This pouch holds a quarter of the food that a full size stomach can, a cup as compared to a quart. The type of procedure you opt for will determine how the pouch is created, as well as any effects on the flow of food into the...
7 Things You Need to Know About Gastric Bypass Surgery
Understanding Real Estate Terminology
Purchasing a home can be a complicated and confusing process, especially for first-time buyers.
Throughout the process, first-time home buyers will encounter a variety of unfamiliar real state terms. There are several key terms associates with purchasing real estate that are helpful to learn.For example, many buyers confuse the terms broker and salesperson.
A broker is a properly licensed individual, or corporation, who serves as a special agent in the purchase and sale of real estate, a salesperson is an individual employed or associated by written agreement by the broker as an independent contractor.
The salesperson facilitates the purchase or sale of real estate.Once you decide to purchase, a salesperson will prepare a sales contract to present to the seller along with your earnest money deposit.
The sales contract is the document through which the seller agrees to give possession and title of property to the buyer upon full payment of the purchase...
Understanding Real Estate Terminology
Felten and Associates Chooses Cathy Sherry, CSA to Help Establish Their Local Stuart, Florida Office
(ContentDesk) August 24, 2005 -- Felten & Associates has expanded operations to establish an office in Stuart, Florida and has chosen Cathy Sherry, CSA to help establish their local Stuart, Florida office. "We have long standing relationships with clients in Stuart," remarked, Ken Felten, President.
"Our business has grown in Stuart to the point where we needed to establish an office that was local to that community.
We are most pleased and excited to have Ms. Sherry on board.
She has a resume filled with accomplishments in sales and marketing and the professional designations that our clients are seeking."Sherry is a Certified Senior Advisor, a Certified TEEM Member; TEEM is a network of financial professionals referred to as the Equity Enhancement Matrix (TEEM); and is licensed to sell life, health care and annuities.Sherry may be contacted at Felten & Associates, 850 North West Federal Highway, Stuart, FL 34994 (772) 403-5822. Felten and Associates is a 52...
Felten and Associates Chooses Cathy Sherry, CSA to Help Establish Their Local Stuart, Florida Office
Life4Mom Resurrects Whole Life Insurance
Plinex, Inc. announces the launch of Life4Mom.com, which has designed a whole life insurance policy and Internet site, in direct response to the life insurance needs of the budget conscious mom.
Its only product is whole life insurance that provides for savings of up to 40% over traditional whole life premiums.
Whole life insurance provides for cash value buildup, not normally found in Term Insurance.
It is currently available in eight states ? CT, IL, KS, MS, NC, NJ, OH and PA.
The company expects to expand nationally over the upcoming months.The site is Mom-Friendly and privacy assured.
It contains sections -- What to Expect from Life4Mom; Helpful Advice in Using Life4Mom; and a Site Tour.
The site is not a multiple quote or underwriter site.
Life4Mom spent years in design of a whole life product and its site that now allows this product to be marketed and delivered efficiently through the Internet. North American Company...
Life4Mom Resurrects Whole Life Insurance
Plinex, Inc. announces the launch of Life4Mom.com, which has designed a whole life insurance policy and Internet site, in direct response to the life insurance needs of the budget conscious mom.
Its only product is whole life insurance that provides for savings of up to 40% over traditional whole life premiums.
Whole life insurance provides for cash value buildup, not normally found in Term Insurance.
It is currently available in eight states ? CT, IL, KS, MS, NC, NJ, OH and PA.
The company expects to expand nationally over the upcoming months.The site is Mom-Friendly and privacy assured.
It contains sections -- What to Expect from Life4Mom; Helpful Advice in Using Life4Mom; and a Site Tour.
The site is not a multiple quote or underwriter site.
Life4Mom spent years in design of a whole life product and its site that now allows this product to be marketed and delivered efficiently through the Internet. North American Company...
Life4Mom Resurrects Whole Life Insurance
Plinex, Inc. announces the launch of Life4Mom.com, which has designed a whole life insurance policy and Internet site, in direct response to the life insurance needs of the budget conscious mom.
Its only product is whole life insurance that provides for savings of up to 40% over traditional whole life premiums.
Whole life insurance provides for cash value buildup, not normally found in Term Insurance.
It is currently available in eight states ? CT, IL, KS, MS, NC, NJ, OH and PA.
The company expects to expand nationally over the upcoming months.The site is Mom-Friendly and privacy assured.
It contains sections -- What to Expect from Life4Mom; Helpful Advice in Using Life4Mom; and a Site Tour.
The site is not a multiple quote or underwriter site.
Life4Mom spent years in design of a whole life product and its site that now allows this product to be marketed and delivered efficiently through the Internet. North American Company...
Life4Mom Resurrects Whole Life Insurance
Plinex, Inc. announces the launch of Life4Mom.com, which has designed a whole life insurance policy and Internet site, in direct response to the life insurance needs of the budget conscious mom.
Its only product is whole life insurance that provides for savings of up to 40% over traditional whole life premiums.
Whole life insurance provides for cash value buildup, not normally found in Term Insurance.
It is currently available in eight states ? CT, IL, KS, MS, NC, NJ, OH and PA.
The company expects to expand nationally over the upcoming months.The site is Mom-Friendly and privacy assured.
It contains sections -- What to Expect from Life4Mom; Helpful Advice in Using Life4Mom; and a Site Tour.
The site is not a multiple quote or underwriter site.
Life4Mom spent years in design of a whole life product and its site that now allows this product to be marketed and delivered efficiently through the Internet. North American Company...
For a new life in the new year, take action!
Stuck? Wondering what to do about finding a job, a relationship or a new home? Don't get caught in the self-analysis trap: months, days and even years of "thinking." I've met dozens of people who think "getting free" begins with an armchair, a self-help book and a beer.Action creates energy. Have you ever spent a whole day driving? Lying on the couch with a book and a heavy-duty remote control? At the end of the day you're exhausted. Action fuels thought. You can sit on a couch all day with the self-help book, but how will you complete the exercises? The world looks different as you sit in your living room. When you get off the couch and face the outside world, your answers will change.
Action is a test of your readiness to change. Are you thinking of hiring a coach or counselor? Before you pick up the phone, take some small action on your own. Get a list of articles from the library or web. Make some phone calls. Are you moving? That's a good sign.Want to change? Do something...
For a new life in the new year, take action!
Life insurance OnlineBenefits to Acquire Captiva Systems, Inc. silk 