Demandware Deploys Inkra Networks' Virtual Service Switches to Enable Cost-Effective, Flexible e-Commerce Solutions.FREMONT, Calif. -- On Demand e-Commerce Provider Selects Inkra for Superior Versatility and Support Inkra Networks today announced that Demandware, a technology leader in on demand e-commerce solutions, has deployed Inkra's Virtual Service Switches as part of their on-demand e-commerce service delivery platform. Demandware selected Inkra's virtualization technology See VT. See also virtualization. for its ability to cost-effectively scale to the needs of Demandware's expanding customer base, as well as the superior service and support offered through Inkra's JumpStart program. Demandware provides a complete on-demand ecommerce platform that combines the flexibility, functionality, and interoperability of a full e-commerce application suite with the operating efficiency of a hosted on-demand service. Inkra's Virtual Service Switch platform virtualizes network services such as firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection See IDS and IPS. and prevention (IDP), load balancing The fine tuning of a computer system, network or disk subsystem in order to more evenly distribute the data and/or processing across available resources. For example, in clustering, load balancing might distribute the incoming transactions evenly to all servers, or it might redirect them , and more, enabling Demandware to turn up network services for their customers in a matter of hours, not weeks. This enables manufacturers and retailers to deliver advanced custom e-commerce solutions with no upfront capital expenditures and to maintain operating costs operating costs npl → gastos mpl operacionales that are aligned with business results. "To date, the underlying model for delivering e-commerce solutions has not adapted to today's business Today's Business is a show on CNBC that aired in the early morning, 5 to 7AM ET timeslot, hosted by Liz Claman and Bob Sellers, and it was replaced by Wake Up Call on Feb 4, 2002. requirements," said Stephan Schambach, 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. , Demandware. "Inkra's Virtual Service Switches enable us to cost-effectively scale e-commerce systems up and down depending on the customer's needs, eliminating the overhead of unused infrastructure and time spent re-configuring complex network appliances (1) A specialized device for use on a network. For example, Web servers, cache servers and file servers can be implemented as general-purpose computers with the appropriate software or as network appliances, which are computers dedicated to a single function and cannot do anything ." E-commerce systems need the capacity to handle very large volumes during peak selling periods, which often only last for short periods, forcing companies to make large upfront investments in underutilized hardware, software, and operating personnel. Inkra helps provide Demandware the flexibility to adapt as their customers' demands change, allowing customers to get only the services they want and pay only for what they use. Unlike existing turnkey hosted e-commerce options, implementing e-commerce solutions with Demandware allows for customizing the solution to each customer's unique business needs. "Demandware's innovative approach to e-commerce system delivery is representative of a major shift occurring in 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 , and Inkra's virtualization technology is once again at the core of another on-demand initiative," said Keith Higgins Keith Higgins is a Gaelic football player for Mayo. He plays his club football for Ballyhaunis. In 2006, he was award the Young Player of the year. He is currently injured and ruled out of the 2007 championship.[1] , VP of Marketing at Inkra. "Inkra Virtual Service Switches play a key role in Demandware's ability to adapt to the specific needs of their customers." Inkra's Virtual Service Switches - which provide the functionality of hundreds of legacy network appliances - will enable Demandware to keep infrastructure and operational costs down as their customer base continues to expand. About Demandware, Inc. Demandware provides a complete on-demand ecommerce platform that combines the flexibility, functionality and interoperability of a full ecommerce application suite with the operating efficiency of a hosted on-demand service. With Demandware, manufacturers and retailers can deliver advanced, custom ecommerce solutions with no upfront capital expenditures. Demandware was founded by a team with proven expertise from leading ecommerce infrastructure companies including ATG ATG antithymocyte globulin. lymphocyte immune globulin (antithymocyte globulin equine, ATG, ATG equine, LIG) Atgam Pharmacologic class: Immunoglobulin Therapeutic class: Immunosuppressant , Allaire, Macromedia, Intershop and NaviSite. The company has strong backing from major IT investors North Bridge Venture Partners and General Catalyst Partners. About Inkra Networks Inkra Networks is the leading provider of virtualized network infrastructure. Inkra's Virtual Service Switch integrates multiple network and security functions - including firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection and prevention, SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) The leading security protocol on the Internet. Developed by Netscape, SSL is widely used to do two things: to validate the identity of a Web site and to create an encrypted connection for sending credit card and other personal data. accelerators, and load balancers - onto a single, centrally managed platform that delivers the functionality of tens to hundreds of legacy appliances. Inkra's solutions offer radical improvements in the cost and manageability of data center infrastructures, and are commercially deployed by some of the world's leading service provider, government, and enterprise organizations. Inkra is a registered trademark of Inkra Networks Corporation. Center Point, HardWall, OpenRack, Virtual Rack, Virtual Rack Operating System operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. , Virtual Rack Processor, Virtual Service Architecture, Virtual Service Module, and Virtual Service Switch are trademarks of Inkra Networks Corporation. |
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