Consonus Launches Model Data Center Built for High Performance and Reliable Delivery of Complex Internet Applications.Business/High-Tech Editors SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 31, 2001 Consonus, Inc., which is setting a new standard for doing business on the Internet, today opened one of the most complex, secure and reliable data centers for managed Web hosting Making a Web site available on the Internet. Many ISPs host a few personal Web pages for an individual at no additional cost above the monthly service fee, but the address is subordinate to the ISP; for example, www.friendlyisp.com/pat_smith. in the nation, and the largest such facility in Utah. Called an eBusiness Data Center (EDC EDC See: Export Development Corp. ), the new 30,000 square-foot, multi-million dollar facility is part of an end-to-end Internet service that ensures continuous high performance and reliable infrastructure for today's increasingly complex Internet applications. Through its EDCs, Consonus provides its customers with the expertise and technology required to manage and support the delivery of complex applications over the Web. Consonus deploys and manages its customer applications on an innovative service platform that is supported by managed hosting services, world-class data center services, and network engineering and provisioning services. Its EDCs are fully protected from natural and man-made disasters man-made disaster Technological disaster Public health An event in which a significant number of people are injured or die as a result of human devices or activities, unrelated to conflicts, and attributed to operator error–eg, Exxon Valdez with highly specialized spe·cial·ize v. spe·cial·ized, spe·cial·iz·ing, spe·cial·iz·es v.intr. 1. To pursue a special activity, occupation, or field of study. 2. and unique features. For example, specially designed seismic isolaters permit uninterrupted operation of systems through earthquakes of up to 7.8 on the Richter scale Richter scale (rĭk`tər), measure of the magnitude of seismic waves from an earthquake, devised in 1935 by the American seismologist Charles F. Richter (1900–1985). ; a specially designed concrete holding tub protects the structure and its contents from flooding; a nontoxic and moisture-free fire-suppression system protects the center from equipment damage; and biometric hand scanners and other devices ensure highly secure access. Increasingly important during the current electricity shortage, multiple diesel generators A diesel generator is the combination of a diesel engine with an electrical generator (often called an alternator) to generate electric energy. Diesel generators are used in places without connection to the power grid or as emergency power-supply if the grid fails. can power the center indefinitely in·def·i·nite adj. Not definite, especially: a. Unclear; vague. b. Lacking precise limits: an indefinite leave of absence. c. . "When businesses depend on the continuous operation of their applications for around the clock access, they can expect the utmost in reliability and security from Consonus," said Bryan Boam, Consonus vice president of data center operations. Consonus eliminates application failure for software developers looking to deliver software as a service over the Internet, and large enterprise customers looking to outsource application management. Consonus helps ensure no business loss from servers that crash, no productivity loss from application failure, increased access to tools that help employees and vendors do their jobs, and the speedy delivery of software to help developers quickly deliver products to market. According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. industry analyst group International Data Corp, failure to manage a comprehensive service level agreement can result in system outages that, on average, could last four hours and cost up to $300,000. "The degree of complexity and risk continues to rise with the evolution of the Internet from static Web sites, to e-commerce storefronts, and now to a delivery engine for mission-critical business applications," said Steven Eror, Consonus president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. . "With our new eBusiness Data Centers, we're building always-on infrastructure and connectivity to ensure the highest level of performance for our customers, while adding end-to-end networking and managed services An umbrella term for third-party monitoring and maintaining of computers, networks and software. The actual equipment may be inhouse or at the third-party's facilities, but the "managed" implies an ongoing effort; for example, making sure the equipment is running at a certain quality to help businesses keep pace with the intense demands of their online businesses. This is nothing short of delivering on the promise of the Internet." Consonus now operates three eBusiness Data Centers in Salt Lake City and expects to open additional centers in other U.S. locations this year. Consonus already serves more than 250 customers, including such local companies as Zions Bank, Mountain America Credit Union and Campus Pipeline, as well as national companies such as adidas, GatherRound.com and Hewlett-Packard. About Consonus Consonus is dedicated to powering net delivery through managing application reliability and performance. The company's end-to-end services are delivered through expert managed hosting and operations services, mission-critical data center services and network engineering and provisioning services. The privately held company privately held company A firm whose shares are held within a relatively small circle of owners and are not traded publicly. is based in Salt Lake City and also operates sales and development offices in Portland, Ore. For more information, visit www.consonus.com. Consonus, the Consonus logo, and all other Consonus product or service names are trademarks of Consonus, Inc. All other trademarks or registered trademarks belong to their respective companies. (c) 2000 Consonus, Inc. All rights reserved. |
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