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PowerClaim
XML Release 17 is in the final stages of beta release. In new
release of 17 Beta 8, almost all features are now fully functional
and ready for you to use! These features include, but are not
limited to:
- The ability
to create multiple invoices and payments for a claim
- Importing
PDF files
- Denoting
advance payments
- Deductibles
by percentage
- Trade-based
depreciation
- Optional
labor, material and equipment seperation on reports
The
only feature left to add into PowerClaim XML is compatability
with our existing claims managment system, PowerClaim Net Services.
Our developers are hard at work putting the final touches on the
Net Services add-in. Once enabled, it will allow you to send and
receive claims to and from the web from within PowerClaim XML.
Net
Services is a comprehensive web-based claims assignment and tracking
solution for only a small per claim fee with no upfront costs.
Unlimited user access allows IA firms to cater to the needs of
carriers by letting them view the claim progress over the web.
For more information on how PowerClaim Net Services can work for
you, visit our information
page.
Finalization
of the Net Services add-in is set for the end of May, when we
will release the final version of PowerClaim XML 17. When it is
released, we will notify users with a special edition newsletter.
Current
customers may download the new version by visiting the Release
17 download page.
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HRI
Customer Survey
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Have
you taken our customer survey yet? If not, visit the survey site
and give us your feedback.
Included
in the survey is a place for you to enter new features that you
would like to see added in future versions of PowerClaim XML.
So get your comments in now!
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Price
Updates
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Are
your item prices in PowerCLaim XML up-to-date? If you have PowerClaim
automatically check for price updates when starting, you should
have the latest cost information already loaded.
To
ensure you have the latest prices, click on the Tools menu in
PowerClaim XML and then click on "Check for Cost Database
Updates."
Recently
updated prices include: "Add for steep roof" charges,
hourly rates for trades (Residential and Commercial), Insurance
Repair updates, and New Commercial and Residential updates.
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Tip
of the Month: Advanced Payment
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Sources
of Value
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St.
Louis Training
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The fourth PowerClaim XML training class
of 2007 will be held in St. Louis, MO on Wednesday, June
20th. The class will run from 9:00am to 4:00pm with a
one-hour break for lunch. Register before June 1, 2007
and save $50.00 off the registration fee, for a total
cost of $149.00.
Slots are still available for the Cincinnati
class on Wednesday, May 23rd. Registration is first-come,
first-serve.
For more information on these classes or
to sign up, visit our training
page.
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Employee
Spotlight: Devona O'Brien
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Devona O'Brien has been with Hawkins Research,
Inc. since June of 2006, and is a Customer Support Representative.
She has a Bachelor of Arts in English from
Murray State University. With her skills in English, Devona
has been instrumental in the development and revision
of PowerClaim manuals, along withvarious other publications.
If you've ever received something from PowerClaim
in the mail, it has gone through the hands of Devona.
She is in charge of making sure all mailings are shipped
out in a timely manner, and does a great job doing so.
"Devona is a hard worker who has become
an asset to HRI," said Jennifer Boyken, Customer
Support Manager. "Whether it's helping customers,
working on our documentation, or lending a hand where
needed, she is always there. The bonus, she always does
it with a smile."
Outside of work, Devona's interests include
the outdoors, sports and her dogs. She also enjoys studying
reptiles and amphibians, and is a fan of the New England
Patriots.
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NOTE:
This is currently available in PowerClaim XML release 17.
Enter
an amount to reflect an advanced payment made toward the claim. From
the Estimates screen, click on the "Estimate Settings" button
and enter the payment information.
The
payment will be shown on the Statement of Loss, the Short From and optionally
on the Complete Estimate. To disable/enable the Advanced Payment on
the Complete Estimate, click the Reports button. Under the "Reports
Settings" tab, click the checkbox "Include Advanced Payment."
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