Gallagher Bassett Services Manages Its Risk by Teaming with Effective Data


Schaumburg, IL (March 7, 2007). Gallagher Bassett Services has teamed with Effective Data (ED), a private Schaumburg - based EDI Consulting and Data Integration firm, to implement a new EDI platform.

Itasca, IL – based Gallagher Bassett Services, Inc. has selected Effective Data to help transition from a mainframe based EDI environment to a windows based environment utilizing XML and business process workflow to better process claims with their trading partners. This transition includes initial setup, implementation and training.

Effective Data was selected by Gallagher Bassett Services based on demonstrated expertise, location and cost.

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About Gallagher Bassett Services, Inc.
Gallagher Bassett is the largest multi-line property/casualty third-party administrator (TPA), helping clients reduce their exposures to risk and the steep costs that can go with them, managing and mastering risk since inception in 1962.

Gallagher Bassett provides customized risk management programs and distinguish themselves from competitors by keeping a clear focus on quality, then offering other unique Gallagher Bassett attributes in synergistic combination with their quality positioning. These attributes include exceptional strength, vision, partnership, performance and originality. Gallagher Bassett believes leading with these definitive aspects of their brand will achieve the results we mutually seek.

About Effective Data, Inc.
Effective Data provides innovative EDI Consulting and Data Integration services to the Nation's top businesses. With over 15 years of experience in the e-commerce industry, Effective Data's consultants combine strategy, technology and project management expertise to deliver customized EDI solutions that enable clients to succeed and thrive in the digital economy.

For more information, go to www.effective-data.com. Or contact Jennifer O'Neil at joneil@effective-data.com

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