Flash Global Logistics Selects Palo Alto Networks to Support Its Spare Depots and Reverse Logistics

by Press Release on 2011-10-19 09:39:54

Leading Network Security Company Selects Global Logistics Provider Based on Need for Global Expertise and Geographic Reach  

PINE BROOK, N.J., Oct 18, 2011 (Global Logsitics Media) -- Flash Global Logistics ("FGL" or "Flash"), leader in single source innovative supply chain solutions for global mission-critical parts and products, announced today that it has been selected by Palo Alto Networks, the network security company, to handle its aftermarket services for the management of the company's global spare depots that include mission-critical product replacements as well as reverse global logistics. In addition to aligning themselves to Flash's world-class leadership team, they are also aligned with Flash's global network of Importer of Record and Exporter of Record (IOR/EOR) partners.

"In choosing a partner to enable support of our Global Customers, Palo Alto Networks looked for a company that would be proactive, nimble and provide logistics expertise and Global trade compliance," said Vonnie French, Director, Manufacturing Operations at Palo Alto Networks. "Flash was that company -- stepping up to the challenge at hand, providing the required expertise in solution design and a global team to drive implementation -- and even deploying several international depots immediately."

French added, "By engaging with a company that handles our aftermarket services for the management of our global spare depots that include critical product replacements, Flash allows us to enhance our service capabilities to our rapidly expanding global customer base."

"Flash is a leader in supporting high-growth companies in all of their logistics needs, especially those focusing on serving a global marketplace," commented Jim van Leenen, CEO and President of Flash Global Logistics. "In fact, Flash continuously invests in its own international growth to ensure that it can support the requirements of growing industries and businesses like Palo Alto Networks. We provide global solutions that solve the most challenging pain points that customers face as they grow their businesses into new and emerging global geographies."

"For companies requiring innovative logistics solutions, fast time-to-market and a full end-to-end logistics capability from import through storage, distribution and reverse logistics, Flash is positioned to assist companies of all sizes and industries to reach their respective customers and end users. As such, we are extremely pleased to announce our new partnership with Palo Alto Networks."

About Palo Alto Networks
Palo Alto Networks(TM) is the network security company. Its next-generation firewalls enable unprecedented visibility and granular policy control of applications and content -- by user, not just IP address -- at up to 20Gbps with no performance degradation. Based on patent-pending App-ID(TM) technology, Palo Alto Networks firewalls accurately identify and control applications -- regardless of port, protocol, evasive tactic or SSL encryption -- and scan content to stop threats and prevent data leakage. Enterprises can for the first time embrace Web 2.0 and maintain complete visibility and control, while significantly reducing total cost of ownership through device consolidation. Most recently, Palo Alto Networks has enabled enterprises to extend this same network security to remote users with the release of GlobalProtect(TM). For more information, visit www.paloaltonetworks.com .

About Flash Global Logistics:
Flash Global Logistics, Inc. provides mission critical supply chain solutions for clients worldwide. Flash is headquartered in the U.S., incorporated in Germany and Brazil. Services include forward and reverse logistics; rapid setup/deployment for global movement, management & tracking of critical inventory; network modeling/analysis; global trade management. Flash's infrastructure spans over 700 Forward Stocking Locations (FSLs), 15 multi-client Distribution Centers (DCs), command centers and regional offices. Flash serves high-tech clients in computer data storage/networking, healthcare, communications and electronics. Asset light for flexibility and client efficiency, Flash engineers solutions, mapping service applications directly to clients' requirements. For more information, visit www.flashlogistics.com .

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