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The Top Tips for Optimizing File Transfer Productivity

  Image The Top Two Tips for Optimizing File Transfer Productivity Transferring data securely from point A to point B is a non-negotiable for most organizations. However, that doesn’t mean that the process needs to be tedious. Don’t get bogged down by old file transfer methods that are slow and unreliable. Rather, optimize your...
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Defining What Extreme File Transfers Can Do for You

  Image   When it comes to large file transfers, there is always a concern about the size of large data files and how long it will take to exchange them from one location to another. Files are growing in size due to the increasing sophistication of data capture (high resolution video/imaging). Workflows for data are becoming more...
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What is PGP and How Does It Work?

  Image When someone in your organization wants to transfer a file – internally or outside of the organization – a few concerns may come up: Is the file complete? Is it being sent to the right place? Will it arrive intact? Is sensitive data protected and encrypted from unauthorized recipients? All are valid concerns, and each can...
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3 Reasons to Enhance MFT With Fast File Transfer Solutions

  Image For many organizations, the first step toward optimizing workflows and sharing information securely is adopting a managed file transfer (MFT) solution. This is a major step that can change a lot in the way organizations conduct their business and the bottom line is that it can be a lucrative and much more secure decision to...
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How to Use Cloud Data Transfer Solutions Effectively

  Image What is Cloud Data Transfer and Why Do Organizations Use It? Cloud data transfer is a process of moving data to and from a cloud computing environment. There are various needs that cloud transfers fulfill: one type of cloud data transfer takes data from a local, on-premises data center and brings it to the cloud. Another...
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TFTP vs. FTP vs. FileCatalyst: What is the Difference?

Transferring files over the internet is a common task in today’s digital world and it’s important to  protocol that fits your organization’s needs. A protocol is a set of rules and messages between a sender and a receiver. It functions much like a language that both ends of the network understand so the data arrives uncorrupted and with a proper file name. When it comes time...
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Consolidate Your File Transfers with GoAnywhere MFT

  Image Consolidation is the Stepping Stone to Successful File Transfers When you’re utilizing a managed file transfer (MFT) solution, consolidation is an impactful mechanism that helps you to make the most out of your file transfers. With GoAnywhere MFT, you can successfully bring together multiple different technologies and...
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How to Measure Network and Disk Throughput with IPERF3

Image FileCatalyst is a file transfer acceleration tool. Like any software, it is still limited by the performance of the hardware and the network on which it is used. If you are trying to achieve speeds faster than 1 Gbps, with FileCatalyst, read on. If you already know you’ll need to transfer files faster than 1Gbps, before...
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Moving Big Data to Amazon S3 Storage at Maximum Speed

If your data storage strategy includes cloud object storage, you will have to consider the tools that will be used to move this data and access it once it’s all migrated to the cloud. Luckily, when it comes to object storage, all the vendors will provide you with a range of quality tools out-of-the-box and options to move and access your data. If your data set is very large,...
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Object Storage and You Series | Amazon S3

Moving Data to Amazon S3 Storage at Maximum Speed Flexibility is the key to happiness and ultimately, productivity. Your company should be flooded with options in regards to object storage compatibility, and that is why FileCatalyst integrates with several object storage solutions. We understand that customization is important, that every company has its own unique...
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Master Fast File Transfer Applications

a High-Level Guide to FileCatalyst Direct’s Client Applications Do you find yourself lost or overwhelmed when it comes to deciphering client applications that fast file transfer solutions have to offer? If so, it’s completely understandable, with names and descriptions varying between each software company. When you dive into researching fast file transfer solutions, you will...
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How GoAnywhere MFT Helps Energy Companies

  Image The Energy Industry is Moving at Light Speed Today’s energy and utility companies face a number of evergreen issues, from adhering to mandatory regulations and cybersecurity standards, to being at a higher risk of data breaches, the industry is constantly weathering a turbulent and rapidly accelerating environment. To...
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Dissecting the Value of a Fast File Transfer Solution

During these unprecedented times, it’s only natural for companies to seek solutions to best meet their workflow needs while at the same time provide an acceptable ROI. While many companies understand the importance of implementing productive solutions to keep up with new demands of their remote workforce, they also may be working with tighter budget restrictions due to the...
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An IT Manager’s Guide to Data Migration

So you’re stuck with large files slowing down your teams’ daily workflows or maybe you need to migrate your data from point A to point B in the most efficient way possible, if so you have come across the right guide to help you with these tasks.  Firstly, we are going to dive into assessing your company’s data migration needs. Often this duty falls to an IT professional. We...
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Explore The Right File Transfer Solution - Blog

Your media files are evidently growing, so what are the next steps you need to take? FileCatalyst is happily here to guide you through our products and highlight why you need a fast file transfer solution in your life.   Are you noticing a lag in your productivity? Are your teams spread out globally and struggling to simultaneously share multiple projects? You probably already...
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How You Will Transfer Supersized Video Files in 2020

So you want to transfer large video files in a quick and efficient manner? Chances are FileCatalyst has a solution to fit your needs. In the prequel to this blog post, you would have discovered how drastically video files are changing and what different factors play a role in the size of your files in 2020.  We recommend that you take the time to analyze your own personal...
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Why Are Video Files Supersized in the 2020s?

There are many factors in play when creating media content. Creators are at a point where HD doesn’t hit the high standards mark, and people are always seeking the best possible result when it comes to media content quality. With this in mind, when creating your development plan, you need to take into account the size of the video files you will be creating and how you will...
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Enterprise | the Next Generation of Fast File Transferring

What classifies your company as an enterprise? Is it your amount of staff? Your global outreach? Traditionally, yes to all of the above. A company is considered an enterprise once they are responsible for a large number of sales within their industry.  Once a company enters that battlefield, with growing industry rivalry, it becomes a never ending challenge to remain...
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The Next Oil Cycle | How 2020 Has Made File Transferring Crucial for Success

The year 2020 has shifted the oil and gas industry drastically. In the early months of the new year, COVID-19 resulted in price drops and a decrease in production. This, however, will not be a permanent situation. Now is the time to look at the horizon and what the next oil cycle will look like. This is a unique period of time that will define the future of oil and gas....
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“Final Fantasy VII Remake Cancelled?” How Fast File Transfers Prevent This Situation

Over the past ten years, the gaming industry has ballooned into one of the main producers of large data files. You blink and a new gaming system is released, with accessories, games and expansion packs. In 2015 it was announced at E3 that Nintendo would be releasing a remake of the beloved Final Fantasy 7 and since then the countdown has been on. This game is jam-packed with...