DriveLogic, Inc. Names Mark Smith as Director of Solutions Marketing
24 October 2000
DriveLogic, Inc. Names Mark Smith as Director of Solutions Marketing
CHICAGO--Oct. 24, 2000--DriveLogic, Inc., a subsidiary of CCC Information Services Group Inc. , announced today that Mark Smith has joined the company as Director of Solutions Marketing. DriveLogic's mission is to deliver industry-leading Internet and wireless solutions that provide unparalleled efficiencies to the automotive claims and collision repair industries.In this role, Mark will be working with insurance clients to help create new efficiencies in their claims processes using DriveLogic's solutions and technologies. "We are pleased to have Mark's level of experience with us at DriveLogic, as he will be an important and valuable asset to our team by helping industry participants realize the full benefits of our planned solutions," said Pradip Patiath, President and COO of DriveLogic. "His direct experience in the claims industry, combined with his extensive technological experience, will add a significant level of expertise to our team."
Smith, 43, brings over 20 years of Information Technology and Process Management experience to DriveLogic, including significant expertise in implementing leading-edge solutions for claims management. Most recently, Smith led technology development and implementation at Progressive, the fourth largest writer of private passenger auto insurance in the United States. At Progressive, Smith managed innovative solutions development in field claims technology, including mobile computing and wireless-enabled services.
"I am excited by this opportunity to leverage my experience helping insurance carriers embrace the power of technology to improve the claims process." said Smith. "I believe that DriveLogic is uniquely positioned to bring Internet and wireless-based solutions to market that will help streamline the auto collision repair process."
Prior to Progressive, Smith spent eight years at Invcare, the leading manufacturer and distributor of home healthcare medical equipment. Mark served as Chief Information Officer at Invcare for four years. Smith, who holds a BS in Mathematics from Michigan State University, also led numerous systems development initiatives at Volkswagen of America.
About DriveLogic
DriveLogic is a subsidiary of CCC Information Services Group Inc. focused on providing Internet and wireless-enabled technology solutions to the auto claims and collision repair industries. DriveLogic has the unique market advantage of being able to leverage CCC's connectivity platforms, which already processes approximately 800,000 auto claims-related transactions per day. By developing market-driven technology solutions and capitalizing on the industry expertise, customer relationships and market leadership of CCC, DriveLogic aims to optimize efficiencies, bringing value to parties throughout the entire supply chain.
For more information about DriveLogic, contact Michael Roberts at DriveLogic, 312-228-8278, or contact Rich Ringer at HLB Communications, 312-649-0371, or visit the DriveLogic Web site at http://www.drivelogic.com
About CCC
CCC Information Services Inc., headquartered in Chicago, IL, is the leading supplier of advanced software and communications systems to the automotive claims industry, including information and network services for a wide variety of claims management solutions. Its value-added, technology-based products and services increase efficiency and facilitate communication among more than 13,500 collision repair facilities, 350 insurance companies, and a range of business partners. For more information about CCC Information Services, visit our Web site at www.cccis.com, contact Jeanene O'Brien at CCC Information Services Inc., 312-229-3083, or contact Rich Ringer at HLB Communications, 312-649-0371.
This release contains statements that constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and are subject to the safe harbor provisions of those sections and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statement, including any statement regarding the intent, belief, plans, or current expectations of the companies or their management, are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, and that actual results may differ materially from those forward-looking statements, and startup businesses are inherently uncertain. The company has based these forward-looking statements on information currently available and disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement.