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January 14, 2015
Bulletin No. 07-2015
To:
NISS Member Companies
Re:
Plans for NISS Statistical Workshop
National Independent Statistical Service (NISS) has finalized plans for a Statistical Workshop to
be conducted this spring at the NISS offices in Indianapolis, Indiana on Tuesday, April 14, 2015.
The workshop will include a walkthrough of the NISS website, including tutorials on the
member-interactive features. The workshop will be fairly technical in nature, primarily directed
to staff members that are involved in the details of data management and statistical reporting.
We are attaching a detailed outline of our program for the day.
The workshop will begin at 9:00 a.m. and end no later than 4:00 p.m. There is a $75.00 per
person registration fee that will cover workshop materials and lunch. If registration is received
by March 2, 2015, an “early bird” discounted rate of $50.00 per person applies.
We have reserved a block of rooms at the Embassy Suites hotel for workshop attendees who
need overnight accommodations. NISS has secured a group rate of $131 per night. Embassy
Suites is located on the northwest side of Indianapolis at 3912 Vincennes Road, Indianapolis, IN
46268. Their telephone number is 317-872-7700.
To reserve your hotel room and take advantage of the NISS discounted nightly rate of $131,
please click here, or enter group code NI1 when making your reservation online. All hotel
reservations must be made no later than March 29, 2015.
Attached is a registration form for the NISS workshop. Please return the registration form to our
attention as soon as possible along with your registration fee.
Also attached is a guide to the Indianapolis area for your convenience.
We are looking forward to an informative day with plenty of opportunity to exchange ideas and
resolve data reporting issues. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
Very truly yours,
Theresa A. Szwast
Enclosures
National Independent Statistical Service 3601 Vincennes Road Indianapolis, Indiana 46268-0950 317.876.6200 fax 317.876.6210 http://www.niss-stat.org
NISS STATISTICAL WORKSHOP
AGENDA
April 14, 2015
NISS Offices
MORNING
Indianapolis, IN
Annual Statement
Registration & Welcome
The Annual Statement reconciliation process--how
NISS approaches it and why it is important.
Pick up meeting materials and interact with fellow
attendees and NISS Staff.
Resources, Tips, & Edit Tools
Background & Introduction
A brief background of statistical reporting and why
statistical reports are required. An update on current
data reporting issues at NISS and within the insurance
industry.
A discussion of timeliness and data quality, and the
tools NISS has in place to assist member companies in
this area. We will give an in-depth look at edit tools,
including demonstrations of edit tables and numerical
listings. We will also introduce NISS Data Services and
the Priority Filing Program.
AFTERNOON
NISS Website
A walkthrough of the NISS website, including the latest
enhancements. We will give tutorials on the memberinteractive features, starting with updating your
company’s contact information. We will continue to
refer to the website throughout the rest of the Workshop
as we discuss the other topics, including submitting the
VE Call and other data Calls online.
Terms & Concepts
A discussion of the definitions of insurance and
statistical terms, including a detailed explanation of
excess losses and outstanding reserves (valued as of
March 31). We will also discuss the correct way to
handle mid-term policy changes.
Internal Flow
A discussion of the flow of data at NISS from the time
data is received from a company until the time when the
data is compiled and sent to the state insurance
departments.
In this discussion, we will be
highlighting: Calls, statistical plans, data submissions,
and compilations.
Edit Error Listings
A comprehensive review of Detail Edit Error Listings
and frequently found errors.
Prooflist & Plan B Reports
An explanation and review of Prooflist reports and
Automobile Plan B reports (AIPSO Voluntary Quota
Determination Data) including how the Automobile
Supplemental Calls are used for the Plan B report.
Edit Software
A look at how to use the Edit Software packages that
NISS has developed for companies to use prior to
submitting data.
Q&A
NISS staff will be available at the close of the
workshop to discuss individual questions. One-on-one
sessions are also available upon request.
Dress for the Workshop is Business Casual
2015NISSWSAgenda
National Independent Statistical Service
3601 Vincennes Road | Indianapolis, IN 46268-0950
Ph: 317.876.6200 Fax: 317.876.6210 | www.niss-stat.org
NISS STATISTICAL WORKSHOP
REGISTRATION FORM
Attendee Information
Company Name ( Please include company number)
Attendee
Title
Phone
Fax
Mailing Address
E-mail Address
Mailing City, State and Zip
This is my first time attending the NISS Statistical Workshop
Yes
No
Registration Information
Hotel Information
All registrations must include payment to be processed.
Payment must be made by check and made payable to
National Independent Statistical Service. When paying
for multiple attendees from the same company, all
registrations must be sent in the same envelope.
Embassy Suites Indianapolis North
3912 Vincennes Road
Indianapolis, IN 46268
317-872-7700
317-872-2974 fax
For room reservations and to take advantage of the
NISS discounted nightly rate of $131, follow this link
http://embassysuites.hilton.com/en/es/groups/personaliz
ed/I/INDNHES-NI120150413/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG or enter group
code NI1 when making your online reservation. All
hotel reservations must be made no later than March 29,
2015.
Registration Fee
$50 per person if received by March 2, 2015
$75 per person after March 2, 2015
Payment
Make check payable to National Independent Statistical
Service, and return with this form to:
Airport Information
National Independent Statistical Service
Attn: Wendi Loshaw
3601 Vincennes Road
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Indianapolis International Airport is serviced by 9
major airlines with non-stop and direct flights from
more than 100 cities. When searching for flights, use
airport code IND.
Cancellation Policy
100% one month prior to the date of workshop
50% two weeks prior to the date of workshop
Additional Information
The dress code for the workshop is business casual.
Contacts
For general information about the workshop, contact
Becky Konkle at 317-876-6200 x1096, or email
bkonkle@niss-stat.org.
For questions about registration, hotel information,
confirmations or cancellations, contact Wendi Loshaw
at 317-876-6200 x1040, or email wloshaw@nissstat.org.
Please complete the Pre-Course Survey and return it with your registration.
2015NISSRegistration
National Independent Statistical Service
3601 Vincennes Road | Indianapolis, IN 46268-0950
Ph: 317.876.6200 Fax: 317.876.6210 | www.niss-stat.org
NISS STATISTICAL WORKSHOP
PRE-COURSE SURVEY
Company Name
Attendee
Title
What department of your company do you work in?
Accounting
Underwriting
Actuarial
Statistical
Data Processing
Other (please specify)
Information Technology
How long have you been involved in statistical reporting?
How would you rate your understanding of statistical reporting?
Little or no knowledge
Somewhat knowledgeable
Very knowledgeable
What are your specific duties that relate to statistical reporting?
Detail specific problems you or your company are experiencing with statistical reporting:
List any areas of reporting or specific questions you would like addressed during the workshop:
Would you like a one-on-one session with a NISS staff member to be held concurrently during
the afternoon session?
Yes
No
2015NISSPre-CourseSurvey
National Independent Statistical Service
3601 Vincennes Road | Indianapolis, IN 46268-0950
Ph: 317.876.6200 Fax: 317.876.6210 | www.niss-stat.org
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