Supporting Small Business in Texas

OVERLAND PARK, Kan., March 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Small business owners in Texas now have access to world-class insurance protection from one of the world's leading providers -- Swiss Re. Swiss Re's Commercial Insurance today announced the introduction of its workers compensation coverage to the Lone Star state, delivered with the power of its exclusive CyberComp platform.

CyberComp is a digitized system that gives agents and employers the most efficient way to underwrite workers compensation coverage and handle claims. Agents can enter data, get quotes and issue policies online, all in a matter of minutes.

Swiss Re is appointing agents and installing its technology in the state.

"We're proud to have the opportunity to support a vibrant and vast economy by providing smart solutions to the top small businesses in the state," said Jeff Argotsinger, CyberComp leader for Swiss Re's Commercial Insurance. "We're hopeful that agents and insureds will see immediate benefits from the ease of doing business with Swiss Re."

CyberComp offers more than 350 eligible classifications across all major industry groups including manufacturing, construction, wholesale/retail, service and office/clerical. Policies are underwritten by Westport Insurance Corporation, a Swiss Re company, and are backed by Swiss Re's financial strength and A+ (Superior) A.M. Best rating.

For more information, to request a quote or inquire about agent appointment in Texas, contact Stan Opie at (972) 529-1589 or Stan_Opie@swissre.com.

Swiss Re

Swiss Re is the world's leading and most diversified global reinsurer. The company operates through offices in more than 25 countries. Founded in Zurich, Switzerland, in 1863, Swiss Re offers financial services products that enable risk-taking essential to enterprise and progress. The company's traditional reinsurance products and related services for property and casualty, as well as the life and health business are complemented by insurance-based corporate finance solutions and supplementary services for comprehensive risk management. Swiss Re is rated "AA-" by Standard & Poor's, "Aa2" by Moody's and "A+" by A.M. Best.

Swiss Re's Commercial Insurance protects insureds with specialized needs in niche markets in the U.S. and Canada. Products include property and casualty insurance, professional liability insurance, excess medical expense and risk management services. Swiss Re's Commercial Insurance has served the primary insurance community since 1908 and is committed to providing service, creative solutions and security for its clients. Swiss Re's Commercial Insurance subsidiaries serve clients in property and casualty insurance, professional liability insurance and commercial risk management services.