StoneRiver, a provider of technology and strategic solutions forthe insurance industry, has launched the StoneRiver Blog on itscorporate Web site. Postings to the blog focus on insurance andinsurance technology topics, express expert opinions, and posequestions intended to inform the community and stimulateconstructive dialogue.

"One of StoneRiver's goals is to explore the many issues facedby the insurance industry and work to collaborate more effectivelyas we shape solutions," says Eddie Jones, senior vice president,marketing and communications. "This new blog is fundamental to theconversation needed in our effort to foster real innovation ininsurance technology. We hope our blog will get people thinking,questioning, and talking. It is an interactive medium, and weencourage readers to post their comments, questions, andreactions."

Initial blog posts by company thought leaders have touched ontimely and provocative subjects. Topics have included customerretention challenges in a tough economy, ways to improve riskmanagement, StoneRiver Summit highlights, global reinsuranceexpansion, and comparative ratings benefits.