CA's Unicenter TNG Chosen To Monitor CNS's Network Operations Center

Computer Associates International, Inc. (CA) announced that Computer Network Solutions, LLC's (CNS) newly opened Network Operations Center (NOC) will be built around CA's Unicenter TNG enterprise management software. The NOC offers remote managed services for eBusiness infrastructures, enabling small and mid-sized businesses to cost-efficiently maintain their IT environments while exploring electronic commerce opportunities.

Key Takeaways:

• CA's Unicenter TNG will be used to monitor and control day-to-day operations of each client's IT environment for network and systems management, desktop and performance management, and diagnostic troubleshooting and support.
• CNS's 24x7 NOC will provide around-the-clock management, offering greater peace of mind to clients and allowing them to focus on their core business.
• CA's Unicenter TNG is an essential component of any strategy to provide improved and more responsive management solutions for outsourced clients looking to manage their eBusiness infrastructure.
• CNS has joined CA's VIP Channel Partner Program and will offer a range of services, including remote storage, enhanced network security features, SAN storage, server and desktop software delivery, network health functionality, asset management, disaster recovery services, and more.
• Unicenter TNG provides a single point of control for managing all resources critical to eBusiness availability, including systems, networks, applications, databases, the Internet, and more.
• Computer Network Solutions is an independent systems integration and service company that provides highly available solutions with the combination of tested and iterative processes, trained and knowledgeable people, and state-of-the-art planned technology.

Statistics:

• CA had revenue of $6.3 billion for the year ended December 31, 1999.
• CNS was named the fastest growing private company on Long Island in 1998.
• The NOC will offer services including remote monitoring, maintenance, and diagnostic troubleshooting.
• Unicenter TNG includes unique predictive management capabilities, further enhancing manageability.
• The software provides early warning of unusual system behavior, enabling organizations to correct problems before they occur.

Sources:

• Computer Associates International, Inc. press release, May 9, 2000.
• Computer Network Solutions, LLC press release, May 9, 2000.
• Computer Network Solutions, Inc. website, http://www.ComputerNS.com.
• Computer Associates International, Inc. website, http://www.ca.com.