AAIS Insurance Guides and Resources
American Association of Insurance Services plays a critical role in commercial insurance by providing policy forms, manuals, and rating guidance.
This resource hub brings together Selectsys articles that explain what AAIS is, how it is used, how it compares to ISO, and how MGAs, wholesalers, program administrators, and carriers operate AAIS based commercial lines programs in practice.
Start Here Understanding AAIS
These articles are ideal if you are new to AAIS or want a clear foundation.
What Is AAIS in Insurance and How Is It Different from ISO
Summary
A plain language explanation of what AAIS is, what it does, how it differs from ISO, and where operational platforms fit.
AAIS vs ISO Insurance Forms and Rating Explained
Summary
A detailed comparison of AAIS and ISO including flexibility, common use cases, and why organizations choose one or both.
What Does AAIS Do and What Does It Not Do in Insurance
Summary
A clear breakdown of AAIS responsibilities versus what platforms, MGAs, and carriers must handle operationally.
For MGAs and Program Operators
These articles focus on how AAIS is used to launch and run commercial lines programs.
How MGAs Use AAIS to Launch Commercial Lines Programs
Summary
A step by step look at how MGAs use AAIS standards, delegated authority, and platforms to launch scalable programs.
Why AAIS Rating Alone Is Not Enough to Run a Commercial Lines Program
Summary
Explains why rating guidance must be paired with issuance, endorsements, and reporting to support real world programs.
AAIS and Specialty Lines
These articles explain why AAIS is widely used in specific commercial lines.
Why AAIS Is Widely Used for Builders Risk and Inland Marine Insurance
Summary
Explores why AAIS is commonly selected for Builders Risk and Inland Marine programs and how these lines operate in practice.
Selectsys AAIS Platform Launch
This article covers the Selectsys AAIS Commercial Lines platform announcement and capabilities.
Selectsys Launches an AAIS Commercial Lines Platform
Summary
An overview of the Selectsys AAIS Commercial Lines platform including rating, binding, policy issuance, accounting visibility, and upcoming programs.
Explore AAIS Platform Capabilities
For readers ready to see how AAIS programs are operated end to end.
