PCMS, a provider of comprehensive, cloud-based IT solutions for P&C insurers, announced that Golden Bear Insurance Company (Golden Bear), a full-service property and casualty insurance company, has selected PCMS' Atlas hosted platform.

Atlas will host and automate all rating, underwriting, policy administration, billing, accounting, claims, statutory and business intelligence functions for Golden Bear.

Golden Bear sought a comprehensive system with robust agency management capabilities to align with its unwavering commitment to providing dependable products and services.

PCMS’ real-time agent portal supports Golden Bear’s values by providing their agents and home office with 24/7 access to quoting/policy issuance, correspondence, billing, claims and management report access.

"We were impressed by Atlas’ comprehensive functionality and ability to handle our complex product set," said Susan Atkins, assistant vice president, Golden Bear.

"After thoroughly examining PCMS’ proven track record and visiting with PCMS customers, we are confident that this will be a successful implementation and long-term relationship."

PCMS’ Atlas system will enable Golden Bear to streamline and automate workflow for submission, quote, bind and issue processes for their agents and home office;

Provide real-time, self-service capabilities to its agents and customers;

Reduce operational and IT costs with a minimal footprint, while utilizing the latest cloud-based, scalable technology;

Unify all lines of business on a single platform.

"We admire Golden Bear’s historic underwriting expertise and operating profitability backed by their conservative operating strategies," said Jack Dennison, chief executive officer, PCMS.