Selection of Products for Post-Approval Review
Have you ever wondered how particular files get chosen to undergo a post approval review? Well, according to the NYSID staff, the following factors can result in your file's selection:
1) Priority Level (See following post on this topic)
2) Training needs. Post-approval reviews are used to train new staff and so for example if they need to learn universal life products, several UL filings may be selected for post-approval review. A more experienced staff member may also be moving into a new substantive area and use post-approval reviews as the method to become familiar with a new range of products.
3) Examinations of the company. Post-approval reviews may be incorporated into the scheduled examination of a company.
It was also explained that the particular attorneys queue is a factor as well.