December 13, 2008 – (HOSTSEARCH.COM) –
Parallels, a leader in virtualization and automation software, today announced the availability of Parallels Plesk Panel 9.0, its comprehensive hosting automation control panel software. The new version of the world’s leading control panel incorporates several long-awaited new features that make the product easier, more profitable and more complete for Virtual, Dedicated, and Shared Hosting Providers and SMBs. The product features integration with Parallels Plesk Billing, the ability to offer hundreds of applications through the APS Catalog, and a new reseller mode.
“As a rapidly growing start-up, it is key for us to be able to focus on our core business and not have to invest too many resources in the systems that support it,” said Adam Lucas, VP of PH Chemicals. “The service we use from SoftLayer, which utilizes Parallels Plesk Panel, allows us to get maximum function with minimum hassle. The control panel offers very easy navigation through an intuitive interface that makes even cumbersome tasks quick and straight-forward.”
The new features of Parallels Plesk Panel 9.0 include an enhanced interface for efficient navigation and the addition of a reseller mode that better enables hosting companies to market their offerings to resellers. These are joined by complete integration with leading services such as the Application Packaging Standard (APS) Catalog and Parallels Plesk Billing 6.0. The APS Catalog provides access to hundreds of pre-packaged applications, while the integration of Parallels Plesk Billing creates a full-featured hosting automation solution that eliminates the need for third party billing software.
"Having one of the world's largest deployments of hosted VPS solutions running Parallels Plesk Panel, Media Temple is proof that its performance and value is unmatched in the market." said Demian Sellfors, CEO of (mt) Media Temple. "With the integration with the APS Catalog and Parallels Plesk Billing, as well as a multitude of optimizations, we're anticipating increased revenue, lower operating costs and record breaking levels of customer satisfaction. Media Temple holds itself to a high standard of quality and Parallels Plesk Panel 9.0 will continue that tradition."
Parallels Plesk Panel 9.0 introduces more than 100 enhancements, including the ability to complete tasks more quickly and easily through improvements to the user interface, including new home pages for each user role, more menu items in left navigation for easy access common functions, configuration of all settings from a single screen, easier navigation between objects, and a familiar Vista-like skin. In addition, user can adapt to fit the market and exceed customer needs by offering any combination of hundreds of SaaS-enabled applications packaged in the Application Packaging Standard (APS) format directly from the Parallels Plesk Panel interface. The applications can be deployed with a single click, and managing updates and mass provisioning is simple and efficient, enabling service providers to better meet the fast growing demand for SaaS applications. The new reseller mode enables hosters to market offerings to resellers with separate billing management, customizable look and feel for control panel branding and full API Backward Compatibility.
“The increased functionality of Parallels Plesk Panel 9.0 creates a complete and easy end-user experience for individuals and businesses of all sizes,” explained Serguei Beloussov, CEO of Parallels. “The integration of the APS Catalog and Parallels Plesk Billing 6.0 enables service providers and resellers to build more profitable full-featured offerings to increase their revenue streams.”
Parallels Plesk Panel 9.0 is available in English, German, Japanese, Spanish, French, Chinese Simplified and Russian. The offering is available through retail, lease, or the Parallels Partner Program.
