Derby Chooses Peak 10 for Enhanced Data Security

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 8, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Derby Supply Chain Solutions, a value-added, third-party logistics (3PL) provider, has partnered with Peak 10 Inc. to host Derby's mission-critical IT infrastructure at its Louisville data center.

"This is a major step in our ongoing mission to provide Derby customers with a more secure, reliable and responsive data network," said Wade Shelton, the director of information technology at Derby. "The security and redundancy that we gain with this partnership, along with our investments in server virtualization, provide us with a highly available, secure and reliable infrastructure that enhances business continuity for Derby and its customers."

Peak 10 Louisville's managed IT and data center services improve performance and reliability, lower costs and maximize internal resources for customers, while keeping their valuable information technology assets close to the business. The company combines its secure, private network and enterprise-class data centers with world-class engineering and support to serve market-leading companies nationwide. As a managed services leader, Peak 10 offers a wide range of technology services including virtualization, managed hosting and cloud-based services in a cost-efficient and reliable platform for its customers. The North Carolina-based company owns and operates full-service data centers in 10 major markets (including two sites in Louisville).  

Derby and its customers will benefit from Peak 10's hosting and management of complex IT environments, ensuring 24/7 availability, security and integrity of critical data and business applications.

"This partnership will allow Derby's team to now focus more on its core efforts, while the Peak 10 team provides management and monitoring of mission-critical data," said Matt Phillips, VP and general manager of Peak 10 Louisville.  

About Derby Supply Chain Solutions

Derby Supply Chain Solutions is a Louisville-based company that provides manufacturing support with assembly, packaging, warehousing and distribution services for major manufacturers. In addition to operating full-service 3PL plants, Derby offers customers the option of integrating "enclave" operations that are embedded within a customer's own facility. With over 1.4 million square feet of professionally managed space, Derby maintains AIB-certified and FDA-regulated temperature controlled facilities for food and health products, as well as "clean room" environments for packaging. Derby facilities hold current ISO-certification, along with providing an on-site FTZ (Foreign Trade Zone) at select locations. Derby currently maintains facilities in Kentucky, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Tennessee. For more information, visit http://www.derbyllc.com.

For more information, please visit the company website at http://www.derbyllc.com, or contact John Greenup at 502-451-7373 (ext 214).

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SOURCE Derby Supply Chain Solutions