Transport Protocols White Papers

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FTP Replacement: Where MFT Makes Sense and Why You Should Care
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: This research provides advice on when to replace file transfer protocol (FTP) with managed file transfer (MFT) solutions, and which features to consider. This Gartner report includes MFT software and MFT as a service. Also highlighted is where MFT fits into the technology landscape and some of the key benefits.
Posted: 29 Nov 2011 | Published: 28 Nov 2011

IBM

Beyond FTP: Securing and Managing File Transfers
sponsored by Linoma Software
WHITE PAPER: Every day, millions of files are exchanged all over the world by corporations, government entities and other organizations. Most file transfers use the popular protocol known as FTP. This paper will examine how FTP has become the standard for business-to-business file transfers and the key pitfalls that face management using this open protocol.
Posted: 15 Mar 2010 | Published: 15 Mar 2010

Linoma Software

Solution Brief: Accelerating File Services Across the WAN
sponsored by BlueCoat
WHITE PAPER: Trends towards server consolidation and decentralized employees can seriously impact WAN bandwidth. A typical CIFS file often requires hundreds of round trips between the file server and the user to complete a simple file request.
Posted: 09 Feb 2011 | Published: 09 Feb 2011

BlueCoat

Lower business risk and increase IT productivity with a managed file transfer solution for SOA
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: This IBM white paper provides an introduction to the managed file transfer topic and IBM WebSphere MQ File Transfer Edition. WebSphere MQ File Transfer Edition is designed to address the needs of organizations that rely on the transfer of files as well as organizations that want more control, manageability and auditability.
Posted: 30 Sep 2010 | Published: 30 Sep 2010

IBM

Realizing the benefits of FTP consolidation
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: Businesses are experiencing a growing demand to move high volumes of data both internally and externally. File transfer protocol (FTP) servers are proliferating among individual departments and raising traffic levels with customers and suppliers. This white paper explains and explores the opportunity and benefits of FTP consolidation.
Posted: 29 Nov 2011 | Published: 28 Nov 2011

IBM

The Five Critical SLA Questions
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: SLAs are critical tools that can help ensure appropriate performance. And the use of SLAs as part of the service delivery management process is on the rise. If you’re going to succeed, you’ll have to do your homework. This paper identifies the five critical steps you should take before you define your Service Level Agreements.
Posted: 24 Feb 2011 | Published: 24 Feb 2011

IBM

Security best practices for file-based data movement— an IT practitioner’s guide
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: In this white paper, discover the best solution used to execute file transfer activities—in a safe and secure manner.
Posted: 03 Jul 2014 | Published: 30 Apr 2012

IBM

Cloud-based File Management System for BlackBerry PlayBook Tablet Customers
sponsored by BlackBerry
WHITE PAPER: Discover details about a cloud-based content management solution that helps you achieve simple, secure content sharing from desktops, laptops, smartphones, or tablets in a flexible, dynamic manner.
Posted: 24 Jul 2012 | Published: 24 Jul 2012

BlackBerry

Keep Data Safe From Breaches With a File Sync and Share Solution
sponsored by ownCloud
WHITE PAPER: This exclusive whitepaper offers a file sync and share solution that will keep your data safe and your employees productive.
Posted: 05 Feb 2014 | Published: 05 Feb 2014

ownCloud

A Managed File Transfer Center of Excellence – Taking a strategic approach
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER: This infographic highlights a technology that helps establish a customer-centric managed file transfer architecture that improves time to revenue through quicker customer onboarding. Use the 4-step adoption strategy in this paper to help lead your team to success.
Posted: 02 Jul 2014 | Published: 02 Jul 2014

IBM