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AI-powered document indexing helping title companies

New utilization of conversational AI (artificial intelligence) and large language models (LLM) in document indexing by Columbus, Ohio-based Razi Title is already providing new efficiency for clients. In an exclusive interview with The Title Report, Razi Title Chief Technology Officer Robert Zwink outlined these additions to his company’s platform, which were made in December. “In our experience, there’s generally always a backlog of paperwork via title plants or data warehouses or starter management systems,” he said. “It all seems to lead back to there being a stack of paper everywhere. In order to streamline that, you have to know what you’re working with. “The ability to use AI to classify documents right down to the page level can help clear out those stacks.As we clear out paperwork, there’s a consumer benefit. When you think about the wait that can happen, or the variability in closings, it’s often a stack of paperwork that you have to get through. AI can streamline operations an...

Tech Tip: Managing Your Test Environment with PostgreSQL Stored Procedures

Greetings from the tech trenches! I'm the CTO of Razi Title, Inc., a tech startup pushing the envelope of what's possible in our industry. As any tech team knows, maintaining a clean and reliable testing environment is an essential aspect of our daily operations. The ability to quickly set up, tear down, and refresh our testing data is critical for ensuring our software's quality and reliability. Today, I wanted to share some tricks we've developed using PostgreSQL stored procedures to facilitate this process. In PostgreSQL, a stored procedure allows us to encapsulate and store complex SQL queries for later execution. In our case, we have created two stored procedures - `truncate_tables` and `copy_data` - that, when used in tandem, ensure we have a fresh and reliable testing environment ready for action. Truncating Tables: `truncate_tables` Our first stored procedure, `truncate_tables`, is a workhorse in our test data management toolk...

Tech Tip: The Power of Form.io in Optimizing Highly Customized Applications for Real Estate

In the dynamic real estate industry, the ability to adapt and innovate is critical. As the CTO of a leading software solutions provider, I've seen how targeted technology can help our customers — real estate and title companies — navigate this complex landscape. Central to our approach is the development of highly customized applications, designed to meet the specific needs of each customer. Customized software solutions provide the flexibility that our customers need to design and implement processes that align perfectly with their unique business models. When it comes to creating these applications, one tool rises to the top: Form.io. Form.io is a focused platform that simplifies the process of creating complex forms and managing data. It's an ideal solution for our customers, particularly title companies, as it enables seamless data collection and transfer, ensuring they always have accurate and up-to-date information. One key advantage of Form.io is its ability to handle la...

Tech Tip: How Mutool Can Enhance Your Real Estate Title Operations: The Next-Level PDF Repair Tool

Hello to all of our dedicated real estate professionals, As the Chief Technology Officer of Razi, I often work with various stakeholders within the real estate industry. And what I consistently find is that we all face a common struggle: dealing with problematic PDF files. Now, before you dismiss this as a minor issue, consider the critical role that PDF files play in real estate transactions. These documents contain contracts, property details, and critical customer information. A problem with a PDF can delay a deal, create confusion, or even lead to losses. While there are numerous tools available to address these challenges, the most common choice in the industry has been Ghostscript. Don't get me wrong; Ghostscript has been an instrumental tool in handling PDFs for many years. However, we've found that it has its limitations, particularly when it comes to repairing damaged or problematic PDF files. This can be problematic for real estate title offices, where precision and a...