Category Archives: Technology

Tech-only service contracts emerge as one option for naysayers

AutoTech Protect covers items such as GPS, touch screens, radios, rear and forward cameras and sensors in a vehicle.

Source:  http://www.autonews.com/article/20160518/FINANCE_AND_INSURANCE/305189995/

AUL Corp. Successfully Completes SOC 2 Certification, Reaffirming Commitment to Security and Controls

AUL Corp. announced that it had completed the requirements for a Service Organization Control (SOC) 2 type II Audit.  Specifically targeting service firms and with a focus on security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality and privacy, SOC 2 best meets the demands of the Vehicle Service Contract marketplace.

Full release:  http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/aul-corp-successfully-completes-soc-2-certification-reaffirming-commitment-to-security-and-controls-300269440.html

ServicePower announces new contracts.

ServicePower Technologies Plc (AIM: SVR), a market leader in workforce management software, today announces that it has secured three new multi-year contracts…

http://www.servicepower.com/blog/may-new-contract-wins

Tavant Technologies to Launch Innovative Warranty Claim Fraud Analytics Solution at Warranty Chain Management Conference

Full article:  http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/tavant-technologies-to-launch-innovative-warranty-claim-fraud-analytics-solution-at-warranty-chain-management-conference-572219341.html

Cisco buys cloud-based contract administrator – MaintenanceNet

$139M nets MaintenanceNet, which automates service contract renewals.

Full Article:  http://www.networkworld.com/article/2944756/cloud-computing/cisco-buys-cloud-based-contract-administrator.html

HomeLife Warranty Protection to deploy the Home One Warranty software solution to streamline policy and warranty processes

Home One Warranty welcomes HomeLife Warranty Protection, Inc., a leading provider of Home Warranty services, as its newest customer.

Full Release:  http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/homelife-warranty-protection-to-deploy-the-home-one-warranty-software-solution-to-streamline-policy-and-warranty-processes-300089686.html

The Supply Side: Payment for ‘free’ tech experts debated

Article reviews tech support structures for companies including Sam’s Club, Walmart and Costco from providers like Alorica and Asurion.

Full Article:  http://www.thecitywire.com/node/37493#.VUzXgdNViko