The program is designed to recognize and promote service providers' investments in process, methodology and infrastructure that enable the delivery of Internet services. As the market for the delivery of business applications over the Internet is growing rapidly, customers who decide to outsource are simultaneously demanding guaranteed security, reliability, and predictability from service providers. The SunTone Program was established to set one of the highest standards of service quality for outsourced systems and applications. The collaborative industry effort defines and audits service provider infrastructure, operational practices, hardware, software, and ultimately, overall service delivery.
Exodus is a recognized leader in complex Internet hosting.
The goals of the SunTone Certification and Branding Program are consistent with ours in delivering complex Internet hosting and application management at the highest standards in the industry. Level One of the SunTone Certification and Branding Program deals with service provider infrastructure and operational practices. Level Two, which will be addressed in the SunTone Specification 2.0, will focus on availability, security and scalability and will apply to software applications, in addition to service providers. Level Three of the program will detail manageability guidelines. About Exodus Communications Exodus Communications is a leading provider of complex Internet hosting for enterprises with mission-critical Internet operations.