Guidewire Gems Series – Streamlining Administration Data Management

In today’s edition of Guidewire Gosu Gems, we’re excited to introduce a tool that has become indispensable for managing configuration of data within the Insurance Suite: the “Data Importer Exporter for PolicyCenter/ClaimCenter/BillingCenter” accelerator, readily available on the Guidewire Marketplace.

This accelerator seamlessly extends the out-of-the-box import/export functionality while remaining fully compatible with it. One of its standout features is its ability to effortlessly export and import administrative data into an Excel file, presenting it in a user-friendly matrix format. This matrix makes tasks such as modifying, adding, and deleting records much more intuitive.

Beyond this core functionality, the accelerator offers a plethora of possibilities:

👉 Dynamic Public ID Generation: Defining new records doesn’t necessitate specifying a public ID manually; the tool can generate one on the fly.
👉 Flexible Loading Options: Files can be loaded to either merge with existing data or load and retire, automatically removing any records not present in the file.
👉 Seamless Custom Entity Support: No code changes are necessary to enable the import/export of custom administrative data entities. Just add a new Runtime Property with the entity name.
👉 Automated Data Import: Enjoy the convenience of automated import of admin data upon server startup, streamlining your workflow.
👉 Adaptive Routines: The import/export routines automatically extend as the data model evolves, ensuring ongoing compatibility without the need for manual intervention.

In essence, the “Data Importer Exporter for PolicyCenter/ClaimCenter/BillingCenter” accelerator empowers users with a robust set of tools for efficiently managing configuration data within the Guidewire Insurance Suite, enhancing productivity and flexibility across the board.