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Why Choose AS2 for Secure File Transfers?

Securing all the data your organization exchanges is a need, not a want in today’s cybersecurity environment. To minimize the risk of a security breach – whether intentionally malicious, or accidental through user error – takes the proverbial village of proactive measures. One of these is employing strong protocols such as AS2 (Applicability Statement 2) when exchanging files. AS2 should be a...
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Collaboration Tools Like Box.com vs. MFT: What Do You Really Need?

Collaboration tools like Box.com and managed file transfer (MFT) tools like GoAnywhere MFT, are not the same. Both, however, have unique advantages, depending on your organization’s requirements around data. Box is a cloud-based tool for organizational teams to collaborate, manage, and store content. GoAnywhere MFT is a secure managed file transfer solution used by organizations to secure...
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How MFT Helps Collaboration in Hybrid Environments

Whether your organization’s employees are back in the office at their desks full time, or more commonly pop into your brick-and-mortar location two to three times a week in hybrid fashion, it’s important to consider how they can securely collaborate. The changing work landscape, with workers spread throughout the world, and schlepping their laptops between home and “the office” requires secure...
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FTP 101: What are the Basics?

There's no shortage of shortage when choosing just the right FTP for your organization. Learn the differences and which FTP may be right for you.
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Web Client

The Web Client in GoAnywhere MFT is a modern browser-based interface allowing employees, customers, and trading partners the ability to easily exchange files on an ad hoc basis. The Web Client provides methods to safely and securely transfer files inside and outside of the network. With Secure Folders , users can access authorized files and folders on the network, and other file systems through...
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Secure Email

Your employees need an easy and secure way to share sensitive files with customers, partners, and other users. With the GoAnywhere Secure Mail module , you can use the convenience of email along with the security of HTTPS to deliver your messages and files safely. When a Secure Mail package is sent, the contents of the package are automatically encrypted and then stored on your server. GoAnywhere...
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GoAnywhere by Fortra Achieves AS2 Drummond Certification for MFT, Strengthening Company's Security Suite Stance

MINNEAPOLIS ( December 14, 2021 ) – Fortra announced today that its GoAnywhere managed file transfer (MFT) solution is AS2-certified by  Drummond Group . This certification recognizes that GoAnywhere meets the full interoperability testing, so information is exchanged and received securely and according to the Applicability Statement 2 (AS2) standards. AS2  is a popular protocol specification for...
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GoDrive File Sync & Sharing

GoDrive is your Enterprise File Sync and Sharing solution. All of your users' documents, images, videos, and sensitive files are stored on your network and automatically sync to each of your users' connected devices, allowing them to safely access files from anywhere. Users can access GoDrive from the secure HTTPS web client , through the desktop GoDrive sync client for Mac and Windows, or through...
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Get the Most Out of GoAnywhere: Secure Mail, Folders, and Gateway

Abstract One “Oh, crud” moment. That’s all it takes for sensitive information like social security numbers or credit card data to fall into the wrong hands. Maybe an employee used unsecure email to send a confidential file to a trading partner, or maybe they used a third-party site to store large files they can access outside the network. Now they’ve opened your organization up to the possibility...
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Get the Most Out of GoAnywhere: Secure Forms

About Whether you’re a healthcare organization that collects patient data, a manufacturer that accepts online orders, an insurance company that processes claims or any organization that has a requirement to publish an online form that allows individuals to provide information, it is imperative that the data you collect is transmitted safely and remains secure at all times. GoAnywhere’s Secure...
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Get the Most Out of GoAnywhere: Secure Forms

About the Webinar Whether you're a healthcare organization that collects patient data, a manufacturer that accepts online orders, or an insurance company that processes applications, it's imperative that the data you collect remains secure at all times. GoAnywhere's Secure Forms allows you to safely gather sensitive information from customers, employees, and trading partners. Learn how to access...
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How Businesses Can Collaborate Securely with GoDrive

Collaborating or sharing information lies at the very heart of business. Securing these information exchanges, however, requires more than a firm handshake. The information your organization owns is priceless, so it’s vital to ensure that it is accessed, manipulated, and shared only by authorized individuals and with security measures that do not slow down the wheels of commerce. How Can an EFSS...
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The Role Between Shadow IT and Content Collaboration

Shadow IT is Problematic for Collaboration Content collaboration platforms are more popular than ever as organizations produce and share a plethora of content every day. A centralized platform can simplify collaboration and promote productivity, but Shadow IT can put a hindrance on progress and optimal file sharing practices. What is Shadow IT? Shadow IT is the use of information technology...
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AS2 Drummond Certified: GoAnywhere MFT Delivers Security and Interoperability

If you’re looking for a secure managed file transfer solution, why not check one out that has been recognized by the Drummond Group as AS2-certified? The AS2 features in Fortra' GoAnywhere Managed File Transfer (MFT) solution, were reviewed and tested against the world's highest standards, as set by the Drummond Group . Drummond AS2 Certification Highlights Full interoperability, Security This...
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The Surprising Relationship Between Data Privacy Laws and File Sharing

Location, location, location. Not just the mantra of realtors and would-be buyers – it’s also a concern for data security professionals world-wide. As cloud computing has ramped up across industries, the physical location of stored data has been called into question, alongside concerns stemming from data privacy laws. Read on to discover how data privacy acts are impacting file sharing. Data...
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The Benefits of Secure Collaboration Tools

Content c ollaboration p latforms have become critical to an organization’s growth , especially within the context of increased remote work . However, n ot all c ontent c ollaboration p latforms are created equal : s ome platforms will prove to be clunky and difficult to navigate , which defeats the purpose of utilizing them. What is Content Collaboration? What is c ontent c ollaboration at its...
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Is On-Premises Enterprise File Sharing Right for Your Business?

Now that offices are re-opening and bringing employees back under one roof, do you need to revisit your on-premises file sharing solution? What is On-Premises File Sharing? Like other file sharing solutions, including Dropbox, Google Drive, and Box, on-premises file sharing solutions give employees flexibility in how and from where they access work-related documents. Unlike those three solutions...
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What is Drummond Certification?

Drummond Certification: What is it? The Drummond Group is a third-party certification body that certifies software products and solutions to ensure a given solution does what it says it will. A security solution that goes through their extensive certification process earns the right to add the Drummond-certified distinction to its product details. When it comes to file transfer solutions...
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HelpSystems’ GoAnywhere MFT Achieves AS4 Drummond Certification Strengthening Company’s Security Suite Offerings

MINNEAPOLIS (April 12, 2021) —Fortra announced today that its GoAnywhere managed file transfer (MFT) solution is now AS4-certified by Drummond Group . This certification recognizes that GoAnywhere meets the full interoperability testing, so information is exchanged and received securely and according to the Applicability Statement 4 (AS4) standards. AS4 is a newer security protocol that makes it...
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AS2 vs. FTP

When it comes to B2B communications, AS2 and FTP rank among the most popular file transfer protocols. Each protocol can serve your business in a different way , which makes it important to examine your needs along the research journey. Today we’re going to examine AS2 vs. FTP by their key components to help you decide which file transfer protocol will serve you best. So, without further ado, let’s...