Volume 1, Issue 3
Fourth Quarter
Travis Software Corp.
Welcome
Welcome to the third issue of the Travis Software Corp. Newsletter! We hope you will find the articles included both interesting and informative as we attempt to keep you updated on the recent events and achievements from within Travis Software Corp. To ensure we continue to capture the most important issues from across the benefit administration software arena, we are THRILLED for our readers to send us newsworthy articles for future editions. Any feedback you may have on this issue can be sent to inf@travisoft.com.
News

The Department of Labor recently announced that Form 5500 filing for the 2008 Plan Year will be conducted electronically. Proposed changes to the Form have also been announced. See Department of Labor for more information.

Regulations & FAQs
  HIPAA Final Regulations covering health coverage portability
  IRS guidance on debit cards associated with Cafeteria Plans
  COBRA Guide designed for employers
  COBRA Final Regulations Rule
  Cafeteria Plan FAQ for
Employers
 
Contact Us
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  Call Sales 866-866-9264
  Email Support
  Call Support 281-496-3737
  Email Training
  Email Enhancements
  Email Custom Programming
 
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Travis Software Corp.
1155 Dairy Ashford, Ste 500
Houston, Texas 77079

Phone: (281) 496-3737
Fax: (281) 496-4022
E-mail:inf@travisoft.com

Travis News
WebCOBRA.com's LiveBackups are here!
Travis Software has always been proactive with data recovery for our WebCOBRA.com system, incorporating a very thorough disaster recovery plan from the start of the service in 2005. Recently, Travis has added a feature called LiveBackup to WebCOBRA that goes even further and allows restoration of data for individual Administrators. LiveBackup allows Travis staff to pinpoint a backup time in 15 minute increments during any day and restore to that specific time. So, if one of your administrators incorrectly performs a Rate Change and prints & accepts Rate Change letters for thousands of participants, you can request that Travis restore your data to a time previous to that change so that you lose a minimum of productivity. As Travis employees must perform this activity, there is an accompanying charge for this data restoration. If you would like more information about this feature, please email webcobra.support@travisoft.com.

Update Your Company Profile Online
Have you moved your offices? Is there a new user of the Travis system? To make your life simpler, we've now allowed for you to update your address, change or update contact information and more online at www.travisoft.com! Let us know! We know it is much easier to quickly update your information we have on file 24/7 online!
Travis Upcoming Releases
Demo System & Free TrialWebCOBRA.com
The next release of WebCOBRA.com includes many new enhancements designed to increase the usability of the system as well as include new features. We thought you would like to know some highlights of what to expect! The following features will be available to you very soon:
  • Developer Web API (Application Programming Interface) to create your own Custom Report or populate an Access Database.
  • Developer Center with Free Code to get started with the WebAPI.
  • Convert your TravisCobra DOL and Payment CSV Files.
  • Optical Markings for Bulk Mailing.
  • The ability to automatically send a letter to dependents when they reach 18, 25, etc.
Demo System & Free TrialTravisFlex
You can expect a fresh look and feel of the TravisFlex in addition to new, exciting enhancements. The extreme makeover for TravisFlex gives it a user experience your operators will truly enjoy. Here’s a listing of some of the new items to look for:
  • Brand new look and feel of the system.
  • Sneak Peek Payroll Deductions which will allow for the modification of a payroll deduction amount at the time of payroll deduction processing.
  • Positive Pay File Functionality providing the ability to quickly identify potentially fraudulent checks.
Demo System & Free TrialTravisCobra Internet Access Module
The TravisCobra Internet Access Module release that is coming soon will focus on security and legal aspects. All data will be encrypted in both the transmission of data from your computer to the webserver, and will sit encrypted on the web-server. You won't have to worry about lost or stolen hard-drives, or be concerned about internet spies -- all of the TCIAM data will be secured against these attacks. In addition, this release will address changes passed in Texas Senate Bill 51 for state specific users.
  • We've made encrypting and protecting your TravisCobra Internet Access Module Data easier than ever in 8.0!
  • Texas Senate Bill 51 additions included for those using the State Specific Module.
Travis Training
Learn How to Make the Most of Your Travis System with the Travis Training Program!
We want to help you get the most from your Travis System! Listed below is an updated class schedule for the upcoming months. To accommodate all of our customers, we are now offering afternoon training for all classes. To request additional information about the Training Program or check availability of upcoming classes please click here or call us at 281-496-3737 and ask to speak with the Training Coordinator.
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Travis Support
Support Login
New to WebCOBRA.com is the ability to grant Travis Support staff members login capability. With this new functionality, Travis Support will be given access to your WebCOBRA.com account without you releasing your username and password information. This innovative new feature is a great tool for customers as well as Travis Support as it aids in the advanced troubleshooting of support issues that may require investigation.

Granting Support Access can easily be found on the User’s tab of the Setup section. Once there, you have the ability to set various Support access levels. Should you have any questions:

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