Threadwire Solutions, an application developer creatingcommunications tools for the insurance industry, announces thelaunch of its first product, Threadwire: Connect.

Connect is a customizable mobile and Web application that helpssmall- to medium-sized independent insurance agencies connect andengage with their clients using the technology businesses areembracing today.

The commercial insurance industry has a great opportunity tosignificantly improve its day-to-day operations and clientservices, but agencies have been unable to adapt to the technologyfast enough, according to Brandt Beal, co-founder ofThreadwire.   

"Mobile apps, iPads and tablets are playing an increasing rolein the business world today, but not when it comes to insurance andrisk management," says Beal. "We created Connect to bridge thetechnology gap and give agencies the tools they have always wanted,but never had the time or resources to develop."

Key features and functionality include:

• Custom-branded mobile application available in the Apple AppStore and the Android Marketplace  
• Easy-to-use online dashboard and web portal that gives agentsand clients the ability to upload information, manage userexperience and gather user data
• News and alerts tool for the instant distribution of importantnews, policy documents, employee checklists and eventnotifications
• Mobile claims filing feature, enabling remote, on-site uploadsof photos, location data, voice memos and other importantinformation
• Safety and training resources available for on-demand viewingfor mobile and web users
• My Cabinet cloud storage for centralized, secure documentmanagement and access for clients and theiremployees 

For more information or to sign up for a product demonstration,visit theThreadwire Website.