--- title: 2022 TECHNOLOGY ROADMAP UNVEILED AT INAUGURAL VBA USER CONFERENCE description: The COVID-19 outbreak is constantly changing. Instead of reactive claims administration, what if you had access to data that allowed you to identify trends for proactive, improved outcomes? This Risk & Insurance article explains how analytically capable Third Party Administrators can leverage data technology to drive strategic change for their clients and help them take control of their claims. --- [![VBA Software](https://blog.vbasoftware.com/hubfs/VBA_Software_March2019/Images/logo.png)](https://www.vbasoftware.com/) - [BLOG HOME](https://blog.vbasoftware.com/) - [VISIT VBA SOFTWARE](https://www.vbasoftware.com/) - [CONTACT US](https://www.vbasoftware.com/contact.php) - [REQUEST A DEMO](https://www.vbasoftware.com/request-a-demo.php) - [BLOG HOME](https://blog.vbasoftware.com/) - [VISIT VBA SOFTWARE](https://www.vbasoftware.com/) - [CONTACT US](https://www.vbasoftware.com/contact.php) - [REQUEST A DEMO](https://www.vbasoftware.com/request-a-demo.php) - PRODUCTS - ![VBA Software](https://blog.vbasoftware.com/hubfs/VBA_Software_March2019/Images/vba-software-white.png) - Cloud-Based Benefits Administration - [Overview](https://www.vbasoftware.com/software.php) - Features - [Claims](https://www.vbasoftware.com/claims.php) - [Eligibility](https://www.vbasoftware.com/eligibility.php) - [Provider](https://www.vbasoftware.com/provider.php) - [Customer Service](https://www.vbasoftware.com/customer-services.php) - [Ancillary](https://www.vbasoftware.com/ancillary.php) - [Administration](https://www.vbasoftware.com/administration.php) - ![VBA Gateway](https://blog.vbasoftware.com/hubfs/VBA_Software_March2019/Images/vba-gateway-white.png) - Self-Service Web Portal - [Overview](https://www.vbasoftware.com/vba-gateway.php) - Portals - [Member](https://www.vbasoftware.com/gateway-member-terminal.php) - [Employer](https://www.vbasoftware.com/gateway-employer-terminal.php) - [Provider](https://www.vbasoftware.com/gateway-provider-terminal.php) - [Agent/Broker](https://www.vbasoftware.com/gateway-agent-broker-terminal.php) - [Online Enrollment](https://www.vbasoftware.com/gateway-online-enrollment.php) - SERVICES - Business Services - Utilize VBA Business Analysts - [Overview](https://www.vbasoftware.com/business-services.php) - IT Services - Extend Your Backroom IT Services - [Overview](https://www.vbasoftware.com/it-services.php) INNOVATION - ![VBA Intelligence](https://blog.vbasoftware.com/hubfs/VBA_Software_March2019/Images/icon-vbai-white.png) - Cognitive Business Software - [Overview](https://www.vbasoftware.com/vbai-ai-machine-learning.php) - Automated Efficiency - Leverage RPA Capabilities - [Real-Time Claims Payment](https://www.vbasoftware.com/real-time-claims-payment.php) - [Robotic Process Automation](https://www.vbasoftware.com/process-automation.php) # News & Events Back to Blog # 2022 TECHNOLOGY ROADMAP UNVEILED AT INAUGURAL VBA USER CONFERENCE December 10, 2021 ![VBA News and Events](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/4e57e4fd1072721679c625ce3e0d1487) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jessica Lockhart EVP of Sales & Marketing 262-374-6021 [jlockhart@vbasoftware.com](mailto:jlockhart@vbasoftware.com) *The Connect & Engage User Conference provided clients with an intimate look at VBA’s solutions and what to expect with upcoming releases.* GERMANTOWN, WI – December 10, 2021 VBA, a leading-edge healthcare software company, recently held their inaugural Connect & Engage User Conference to give clients a closer look at current solutions while previewing what VBA has in store for 2022. The two-day event, held virtually from December 8-9, included live product demos, an executive forum with VBA leadership and the announcement of a new company initiative: Project Argonaut, a two-fold technology project that will unify the company’s technology stack while also modernizing the front-end user experience. VBA also provided an update on their progress toward earning HITRUST certification, an industry benchmark that demonstrates compliance with health information privacy and security requirements. “Project Argonaut and finalizing the HITRUST certification process kick off our 2022 technology roadmap,” said Rich Pierce, Chief Technology Officer of VBA. “Our goal with these initiatives is to broaden developer support and continue to refine user experience to ensure VBA solutions remain the superior option in the insurance industry.” VBA has big plans for all its products in 2022, with a major focus on ensuring compliance with new cost transparency requirements in the industry. VBA is enhancing its VBASoftware and VBAGateway solutions and partnering with leading industry vendors to meet these new requirements. “We’re very excited about what the future holds,” said Michael Clayton, CEO & President of VBA. “In an industry where the only constant seems to be change, we’re committed to providing innovative and flexible solutions that empower our clients to successfully navigate these challenges.” VBA looks forward to potentially hosting next year’s user conference in person. Details for the event will be released in early 2022. Learn more about VBA’s growing suite of technology solutions at [vbasoftware.com](https://vbasoftware.com/).   ### **About VBA** VBA is a proactive, leading-edge software design company providing comprehensive solutions to the insurance industry. Uniquely delivered on a secure, cloud-based platform, VBA provides one common architecture for all benefit administration. 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