Guidewire expands European operations

PARIS--Guidewire Software has expanded its international operations with the opening of a Paris office.

San Mateo, Calif.-based Guidewire's European presence already includes a London office and the company plans additional expansion in continental Europe.

Guidewire provides technology solutions to insurance companies designed to help them better manage claims handling, underwriting, policy administration and billing processes. The companies' products are used by insurance companies of all sizes and across all lines of business in the United States, and are being implemented by companies in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Russia and the United Kingdom.

The company sees its presence increasing in continental Europe. To support the expansion, Guidewire has launched a French-language version of its Web site at www.guidewire.com.