You need a secure file transfer protocol to send and retrieve file transfers between you and your trading partners, and you’ve been asked to use FTPS. What is it and how does FTPS work? Learn about FTPS protocols in this article.

On a scale of 1-10, how would you rate the efficiency of your file transfers right now?If you use manual scripts, legacy software, or a myriad of free tools to balance your encryption, automation, cybersecurity, reporting, and collaboration needs, it’s possible you’ll rate your efficiency low on the scale. After all, professionals in banking and...

SFTP vs. MFT: What’s the Difference and Which Is Better?Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) and Managed File Transfer (MFT) are often compared, making MFT vs SFTP a common discussion for organizations evaluating secure file transfer technologies. SFTP is a secure File Transfer Protocol (FTP) used to encrypt data transfer during transmission between...

As companies recognize a need for a solution that meets their file transfer, automation, and encryption needs, the question often arises: what is managed file transfer (MFT) and how is it different from my current file transfer processes?What "Managed File Transfer" MeansAt its core, managed file transfer (MFT) is a secure solution that meets all...

What’s the true cost of downtime for your organization? You may think of it in terms of lost revenue—according to studies released in the last couple years, the average cost of system-wide downtime is $100,000 an hour, and that’s on the low end (it can get up to $300,000 or more). But there are other factors involved in the price of downtime that...

Are you looking for a solution that automates the movement of files between your on-premises and cloud environments? As cloud computing platforms become more commonplace, organizations are starting to shift their file transfer processes from in-house tools and scripts to secure solutions that promote strong cybersecurity practices, user management,...

As organizations increase the amount of data they transfer between users, employees, and trading partners; cybersecurity and IT teams race to keep up. One wrong move, like the lack of file encryption, can hit a business with huge fines for non-compliance. It’s imperative these errors are avoided so businesses can run at optimal levels 24/7.The...

The latest version of our secure managed file transfer solution is live! Today GoAnywhere MFT 5.7 released with a variety of new features and updates, including brand-new Cloud Connectors, enhancements to our remote MFT agents, and folder monitors for Amazon S3 and Microsoft Azure.Want to see everything we added and changed in this release? View our...

Earlier this year, Fortra surveyed nearly 200 GoAnywhere MFT users to see how they use managed file transfer software in their organizations. The responses we received from our customers were varied and comprehensive, giving us more insight into the needs of MFT users than ever before.From the survey, we were inspired to create an ebook filled with...

Ashland, NE, May 16, 2018 In light of the recent Open PGP & S/MIME warning (EFAIL), GoAnywhere has performed a software security review of its managed file transfer solution to ensure customers and their encrypted emails are not affected by this vulnerability. The review was positive and demonstrates that GoAnywhere MFT is already protected...

Every healthcare provider wants to avoid being the next data breach headline—and unfortunately, we have seen many incidents and their consequences in 2018 so far. The causes of these data breaches range from wrongly configured databases to successful malware attacks and unauthorized user access.For those looking to avoid the pain, embarrassment, and...

If you exchange any amount of sensitive information as paper documents, electronic PDFs, images, or spreadsheets, you know keeping track of data and ensuring it gets where it needs to go can be a challenge. And if you work with multiple parties to receive this information, like employees, vendors, clients, stakeholders, and trading partners, you...

On-premises. The cloud. Hybrid environments.As technology evolves and business needs grow, organizations are rapidly trying to make sense of their options. What are the benefits of running their software and data on-premises? What concerns should IT and security teams be aware of when implementing their processes in the cloud? Can they do a bit of both and go hybrid?There is no right or wrong...

Vendors, employees, customers, and trading partners exchange an abundance of files every day, often by a variety of means including mail, email, telecomm apps like Skype, shared file storage like Dropbox or Google Drive, and sometimes even SMS. While documents are an inescapable reality for busy organizations, keeping track of this data can be...

For many, MFT and SFTP are a package deal. You can’t seem to have a managed file transfer solution without relying on an SFTP server to secure your file transfers. But this leaves a lot of people wondering—is managed file transfer only useful for SFTP file transfer automation?The reality is, MFT is far more than just an SFTP (SSH File Transfer...

If you’re looking for a SFTP client to use for your organization’s file transfers, it might be tempting to go with one that’s free—and bonus points if it’s open source. Often enough, these SFTP clients meet the minimum requirements for most network administrators, they’re easy to install (without taking up much space on your hard drive), and they don...

EFSS (Enterprise File Sync and Share) and MFT (Managed File Transfer) are two terms that are frequently thrown around in the IT industry. Each solution is used to transfer files to multiple locations and devices, and they can both be deployed on-premises or in a cloud environment.These similarities inspire frequent questions. What are these solutions...

Using IBM’s built-in FTP and Open SSH servers to transfer files to and from your IBM i systems can be time-consuming, if not simply riddled with fine details. From scripting knowledge to running specific (and sometimes obscure) commands, there’s a lot to consider—and the safety and integrity of your files is probably at the top of the list. ...

You’re at work, at least five programs open on your computer as you tweak the custom Linux shell and Python scripts that allow you to transfer dozens of company files from one destination to another. Commands pour from your fingers as you check the transfers for successful delivery. Some of them failed; you troubleshoot why, then hit submit and mop...

Are you using GoAnywhere’s Advanced Workflows yet? If not, you’re missing out. What are Workflows? Workflows are projects you can create in GoAnywhere MFT to define your file transfers and improve your business processes. Each project is able to contain multiple tasks that execute in a seamless end-to-end workflow. Pretty neat, right? Why Use...