GlassHouse Technologies Expands Service Model in China and Brunei

June 10, 2009 - PRLog -- GlassHouse Technologies Expands Service Model in China and Brunei:  Flash Global Logistics is selected as critical logistics provider for 4 hour service, IOR / EOR

Pine Brook, NJ, June 10, 2009 – GlassHouse Technologies, Inc., a global provider of IT infrastructure services enabling organizations to consolidate, virtualize, protect and manage their IT environments, has chosen Flash Global Logistics, Inc  as its critical logistics provider for seven locations in China and one in Brunei requiring four (4) hour service, including Importer and Exporter of Record (IOR/EOR) capabilities in Brunei.

GlassHouse provides a range of Customer Support Services for hardware and software providers, including 24/7 call center support, global field service support, global logistics storage and distribution support, as well as technology integration and professional services.  Level 1 and Level 2 technical service must be performed in conjunction with critical parts being dispatched under the strict timelines of 4 hour service level agreements for maximum uptime and business continuity.  GlassHouse demands a high level of responsiveness and international solutions for rapid deployment, storage, import, export, customs and clearance time efficiency in a scalable solution to serve its customers.  Flash’s capabilities to deliver these services in all major and minor markets across the globe are the basis for the working relationship in China and Brunei.

“Flash Global Logistics’ core competency includes mission critical global logistics to achieve key performance indicators for aggressive service level agreements,” says Brian Ritchie, SVP & GM Support and Managed Services Division, GlassHouse Technologies, Inc. “This is why they were chosen as our logistics partner.  Flash is supporting a growing part of our business, especially in the Asia/Pacific region, and we have full confidence in their ability to help us keep our worldwide customers satisfied with high performance and unparalleled support.”

“Globalization provides challenges alongside extreme opportunities, especially in the current economy,” says Jim van Leenen, CEO and President, Flash Global Logistics.  “Flash is surfacing as the leading emerging market provider partner, developing solutions for clients in challenging markets, including BRIC countries – Brazil, Russia, India and China.  We proudly support GlassHouse Technologies, providing best in class service to achieve their critical logistics needs.”

Flash is also incorporated in Germany and Brazil with Distribution Centers in both locations, and recently added 66 locations to its China network.

About:  GlassHouse Technologies is a global provider of IT infrastructure services enabling organizations to consolidate, virtualize, protect and manage their IT environments.  GlassHouse delivers services through TransomSM, a unique delivery framework comprised of proprietary software tools, methodologies and domain expertise.  GlassHouse reduces costs, decreases risk and improves service levels by providing measurable results and vendor independent solutions. GlassHouse focuses on the storage, data protection, virtualization, security and data center markets.  www.glasshouse.com/

About:  Flash Global Logistics provides mission critical inventory management and supply chain solutions for clients with real time visibility and a configurable IT system worldwide.  Flash’s global capabilities and infrastructure span approximately 700 FSL’s, 14 Multi-Client DC’s, 5 Command Centers and regional FLASH offices, providing rapid deployment and setup for global movement of critical parts and products, including IOR/EOR, evaluation of in-country requirements, paperwork documentation/streamlining, minimization of customs clearance times, VAT deferment management and bonded warranty warehouses.  FLASH clients include high tech, healthcare, telecommunications, semiconductor, computer data storage and networking industries requiring global part availability in 90 min / 2 and 4 hours with real-time information via FLASHTRAC©. Using real-time visibility, strategic inventory positioning, a configurable web-based IT solutions system, and local personnel with global business market expertise, FLASH’s customized solutions improve customer satisfaction while minimizing expense.  www.flashlogistics.com/


Contact:
Amy Minarik, 973.808.3360

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Flash Global Logistics leads in global logistics solutions, inventory and order management, time sensitive critical parts and products, globally delivering in 90 minutes, 2 and 4 hours, providing real time inventory information via FLASHTRAC ©. Flash’s global capabilities and infrastructure span approximately 700 FSL’s, 14 Multi-Client DC’s, 5 Command Centers and regional FLASH offices, providing rapid deployment and setup for global movement of critical parts and products, including IOR/EOR, evaluation of in-country requirements, paperwork documentation/streamlining, minimization of customs clearance times, VAT deferment management and bonded warranty warehouses.