Logistics Computer Services Picks Sun To Manage IT Infrastructure

Sun Microsystems, Inc. (www.sun.com) announced its first customer win, Logistics Computer Services, via the acquisition of SevenSpace, Sun's newly acquired heterogeneous remote management services arm.

Upon engagement, Sun will take full responsibility for LCS' IT operations, which includes management of its help desk, desktops, network support, infrastructure, systems operations and database administration.

Sun will manage a heterogeneous IT environment that includes Solaris Operating System and technologies from Oracle and Microsoft. Sun will also craft a disaster recovery plan for the company that will serve as an operations framework for both the hardware and software infrastructure in the event of a disaster.

"The new reality of the market is that customers require vendors to manage their heterogeneous environments better than they can at reduced costs," said Eric Goodness, principal analyst at Gartner.

"Sun's heterogeneous managed services offering was a key factor in our selection process," said Bill Kirkland, president of Logistics Computer Services.
LCS chose Sun to manage its IT operations to increase service levels, lower operational costs and create a flexible operating environment that supports growth through acquisitions and new customers.

"We're thrilled LCS has entrusted Sun to manage its entire IT operations," said Peter Weber, vice president at Sun and former CEO of SevenSpace. "This deal is a vindication of Sun's managed services strategy, which offers remote monitoring and management of the most discrete applications to an entire IT infrastructure."

Logistics Computer Services, Inc. is a customs solution provider based in Wayne, MI. It provides system time-sharing, software, and programming support for companies with combined revenue of over 300 million dollars.

In addition to providing systems, it provides E.D.I. support and connectivity to Ford, General Motors, Chrysler, Toyota and almost all other import manufacturers for automotive transport and automotive releasing companies. It is a tier 2 supplier to several automotive manufacturers and member of the ANX community.