SFTPPlus Managed File Transfer (MFT) software is a solution designed to securely and efficiently transfer data between systems, organizations, and individuals. Unlike traditional file transfer methods like manual FTP transfers, email attachments, manual uploads to web pages, SFTPPlus server provides advanced features like encryption, automation, monitoring, audit and compliance to ensure secure and reliable file sharing.
Transitioning from manual file transfer methods to a Managed File Transfer (MFT) solution requires a structured approach to ensure a seamless and secure process.
With SFTPPlus you will maintain full control and ownership of the solution. Data can be hosted in your private data center or on your private cloud.
The SFTPPlus MFT product is provided as on-premise software that can be installed in a variety of ways including Windows, Linux and in VMs, Containers, Cloud etc. SFTPPlus runs as a normal operating system process with full transparency into the component of the system. Everything is embedded and there is no need for 3rd party software, like a database or IIS server.
Assess Current File Transfer Processes and Requirements
Before making any changes it's important to understand your existing environment and identify pain points.
Map out all your current file transfers and identity trading partners and internal users or systems.
Manual transfers are those file transfers that are currently done using tools like Filezilla, WinSCP, or Cyberduck.
Include transfers that are implemented using scripts and triggered by schedules like Windows Task Manager or Linux Cronjob.
For each transfer, document the transfer protocol that's used, whether it's an internal or external, the schedule of the transfer and other details.
Pay attention to internal integration Requirements. Determine how the MFT solution will integrate with your existing systems, like ERP, CRM, databases, payment systems.
Define Business Requirements and Objectives. It's important to establish the goals for adopting an MFT solution.
Check the security and compliance needs. For example check the need to adhere to certain data security standards like HIPAA, PCI-DSS, GDPR.
Develop and Implement the Migration Plan
Create a step-by-step roadmap for transitioning from your existing process to an automated system based on SFTPPlus MFT.
Involve your IT and data security teams as well as the business teams.
Ensure you have backups and consider conducting a proof of concept (PoC) to test the solution with real use cases.
SFTPPlus MFT provides a free of cost supported trial as well as free of cost supported licence for your staging or pre-production environment.
Conduct End-to-End Testing to validate the file transfers for both success case scenarios as well as error handling.
Monitor and maintain your MFT solution
SFTPPlus offers a full audit of every file transfer operation as well as any administrative operation.
You can use the SFTPPlus web based UI to generate reports to track transfer success rates and system health.
Ensure teams can effectively use the new solution. ProAtria support team can help with training in terms of using the SFTPPlus software as well as best practices for file transfers. We can also help you to created documentation, define workflows and user guides.
You can configure SFTPPlus to automatically send alerts on errors so that you are always aware of the current state of the system.
Key Features of SFTPPlus MFT Software
To successfully accomplish your MFT migration, SFTPPlus provides the following key functionalities:
Security & Encryption Protects data in transit and at rest using encryption standards like AES, SSH and TLS/SSL.
Automation Enables scheduled and event-driven file transfers without manual intervention.
GUI configuration and zero code Everything can be configured using a web based GUI and there is no need to write or manage PowerShell or Bash scripts.
Monitoring & Reporting Tracks file transfer activities in real time and provides audit logs for visibility and compliance.
Compliance Support Helps meet regulatory standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, FIPS and SOX.
High Availability & Scalability Ensures continuous file transfer operations and adapts to growing business needs.
Integration Works with other systems (ERP, CRM, cloud platforms, SAP, etc.) for seamless data exchange.
Standard File Transfer Protocols Supports multiple protocols like SFTP, SCP, FTPS, HTTPS, or AS2.
Cloud Native File Transfer Protocols Supports HTTPS based file transfer API like Azure Storage account or AWS S3.
About SFTPPlus
SFTPPlus provides enterprise strength secure, managed file transfer with audit, authentication, automation to meet all your requirements using a single product suited to all use scenarios.
Supported protocols include: AS2, SSH/SFTP, FTPS Explicit and Implicit, HTTPS, PGP, SCP, WebDAV. Can be deployed on-premise, cloud or container. Windows, Linux, macOS, Kubernetes, Docker, Azure etc