Gain Visibility into File Movement

FTP and homegrown file transfer systems are common ways that organizations start managing their data and data transfers. As their IT infrastructures evolve and data transfer needs change, they quickly find their old system as less reliable, inflexible and potentially insecure. Network latency often follows and data transfers fail. At some point FTP or a homegrown file transfer system worked, but they soon lacked the capabilities and capacity to manage the data exchange for the modern enterprise. Organizations thrive when their processes are automated, streamlined, transparent, and within the organization’s full visibility and control.

What’s the difference between a canceled or renewed contract? In three letters: SLA. Meeting a service level agreement (SLA) is indicative of a service provider that can be trusted and relied upon. Failing to meet an SLA can lead to the loss of future business and damage to business relationships. Ad hoc data transfers, especially with unsanctioned file sharing solutions, can be one of the most common ways that SLAs are put at risk.

The current data transfer landscape is full of security risks, and compliance regulations have been established to help organizations better protect people, ensuring that they can retain their right to data privacy. At the same time, major data breaches have long made for popular news fodder, and for good reason. Nobody wants to be the victim of a data breach. For many organizations, compliance mandates are the baseline for the development of a secure and compliant IT infrastructure.

Meeting and maintain compliance will require the development of a comprehensive strategy that prioritizes data security and data management. This proactive strategy goes beyond downloading data security software. A proactive security strategy, a strong security policy, and the right tools will all make a difference in meeting and maintaining compliance.