Choice Logistics, the global leader in highly optimized, flexible, mission-critical service parts logistics systems, has been selected by Credence Systems Corporation, a global provider of automated test equipment for semiconductor manufacturers, to provide national and international service parts management logistics to support its customer base.

"We are pleased to have the opportunity to serve a forward-thinking company like Credence that seeks to constantly improve its operations to maximize resources," said Michael Katz, CEO, Choice Logistics. "Credence is dedicated to the success of its customers. By closely collaborating with Credence to fulfill a full range of service part logistics needs, we can assist in the continued delivery of exceptional service. We look forward to a fruitful long-term relationship."

Choice will strengthen Credence Systems' commitment to its customers by consolidating disparate supply chain systems into a more simplified and efficient system, allowing for more flexible and improved service level agreements (SLAs) for direct parts deployment. Choice will work with Credence on an ongoing basis to identify the ideal network of stocking locations to strategically position service parts throughout the world. Choice's integrated IT network will seamlessly interact with Credence's internal operations to support inventory control in real time.

"The selection of a reliable service parts logistics partner for our supply chain operations was a critical decision for Credence," said Traci White, senior director of logistics, Credence. "We have very demanding SLAs and our customers expect us to deliver the parts they need to meet their business objectives. Teaming with a specialist such as Choice allows us to efficiently manage our supply chain to ensure that we exceed our customers' expectations regardless of location. Choice's carrier neutral approach along with its reliable processes, infrastructure and global footprint provide the flexibility we need to be wherever we're needed the most."

Credence's automated test equipment portfolio spans a wide spectrum of sophistication and pricing. More than 20,000 in- and out-bound transactions will be managed by Choice on a monthly basis, initially from three strategically located stocking centers in San Francisco, Singapore and Rotterdam, Netherlands.

About Credence

Credence Systems Corporation is a global provider of automated test equipment (ATE) solutions to the high growth, consumer semiconductor industry. Credence is committed to deliver the highest standards of value - an optimal combination of technology, turn-around time, reliability, ease of use, service and support - to every customer, which enables important cost and performance advantages for integrated device manufacturers (IDMs), wafer foundries, outsource assembly and test (OSAT) suppliers and fabless chip companies worldwide. An ISO 9001-certified company with a presence in 20 countries, Credence is headquartered in Milpitas, California. More information is available at http://www.credence.com.

About Choice Logistics

Choice Logistics creates highly optimized, flexible service parts logistics systems built to meet the unique challenges of mission-critical, global service organizations. More than 300 strategic stocking locations (SSLs) around the world provide 24x7x365 same-day solutions and strategic inventory management. Choice blends new thinking with focused insight to address the challenges and opportunities of leading companies to provide them with a competitive advantage. Avaya, Cisco, Dell, EMC, Fujitsu, Hitachi Data Systems and others have selected Choice as their preferred global provider of outsourced logistics. To learn more about Choice Logistics, visit www.choicelogistics.com.