ASCnet Membership: Epic, TAM, VISION & DORIS Users
What is Applied Systems Client Network?
Simply put, ASCnet can best be summarized as "users helping
users."
Who can benefit from ASCnet?
CSRs, Producers, Principals, Systems Administrators, Network
Administrators, just about any position in your agency / brokerage can
benefit from the programs and services that ASCnet offers. If you use a
product from Applied Systems, ASCnet is for you. Whether you are a
principal at a small office in California or the CSR for a larger
brokerage in Canada, the many programs ASCnet offers are not necessarily
bound to geographic limitations.
Imagine the ability to network with your peers and share
experiences, knowledge. ASCnet membership consists of Epic, TAM, TAM
Online, Vision, Vision Online & DORIS users. In addition our
membership spreads from the United States to Canada and to the United
Kingdom.
Our Mission
The goal of ASCnet is encapsulated in its Mission
Statement: Leading insurance business practices through education
and advocacy. This work is supported by dues dollars and
other sources of non-dues revenue; but in a tight economy, when budgets
are being trimmed from every direction, it's valid, and prudent, to ask:
What do I get for my money?
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ASCnet OFFERS A WIDE VARIETY
OF BENEFITS
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Communication
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Subscription to ASCnet Quarterly Magazine
The ASCnet Quarterly Magazine is the flagship communications
piece for Applied Systems Client Network. Publication began in 1991
and since that time the newsletter has increased in size and
impact. Filled with new technology news, vendor updates, software
practical application and membership updates, the Quarterly provides
members with a necessary reference and news source. info
Access to Member Supported Community
The Comunity is not a list serve, but rather a bulletin board
system allowing users to post questions in various specific topic areas.
By utilizing them on a daily basis, users can gain help and experience
from other users, without any limits to geographic location. info
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Education
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Discounts to Annual Conference
The annual conference, a massive undertaking for our volunteers
and staff. In the years since the first national convention was held,
the number of attendees has multiplied ten times, typically averaging
over 1400 attendees. The numbers alone confirm the growing need for the
education, training and services that ASCnet provides.info
Discount to Education Summits
These powerful two day educational events & seminars offer
a range of basic and advanced classes, The ASCnet Regional Education
Summits offer an outstanding educational opportunity for the entire
office. In addition to established users, if you are a new user or a new
employee you should make plans to attend! info
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Advocacy
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Industry Solutions Committee
ASCnet volunteers work with Applied Systems, ACORD, and CSIO in in
promoting the increased use of upload and download as well as
participates in review of enhancements identified as interface. Now
referred to as "Real-time" it is the position of ASCnet and the ASCnet's
Industry Solutions Committee to promote true SEMCI (Single Entry
Multi Company Interface) as the ability to transmit and receive data
to/from multiple insurance companies directly from The Agency Manager
without accessing any propriety software. Visit Applied Systems' web-site regarding Transformation Station.
SAC
While Applied Systems Client Network does not provide any
technical support, its Service Advisory Committee can intervene on a
member's behalf for a satisfactory resolution of support problems.
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Other Benefits
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Local Chapter Networking
ASCnet does everything it can to assist members. However, there
are times when local support is important. Though there is an additional
fee, which varies by chapter, the benefits are extremely valuable!info
Software Escrow Agreement
Grants access to the source code for our members should
anything happen to Applied Systems.
Member Benefits offers
Third party or additional products and services that ASCnet
members can acquire at a discount or through other means.
Discounts on Tools Manuals and Products
All of our manuals have been written by members of ASCnet. info
Industry Recognition
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Costs are based on the number of terminals that an
office has.
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Current Dues
Structure
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Number of Terminals
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1-24
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25-49
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50 or more
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U.S. Funds
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$270
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$320
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$370
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Additional Location / Branch
Subscription
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Agencies / brokerages that have a single license
serving more than one office may purchase a branch subscription.
The main office must be a member of
ASCnet.
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U.S. Funds: $120
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Frequently Asked
Questions about Membership
