File transfer is the process of transferring computer files between systems. These files can range from text documents to videos and images. File transfer is a critical aspect of most operations and business processes. As more of these processes become digitized, the amount of information that needs to be transferred grows exponentially. This information must be secured and protected throughout the transfer process.
Choosing the right file transfer standard requires careful consideration to ensure that it will meet the security and compliance requirements of an organization. It’s also important to understand how the chosen file transfer standard will work alongside existing tools and systems to maximize security.
In the past, when a document needed to be shared with someone outside of an organization it was common practice to manually bring the file to them in person or send it by mail. These manual processes were inefficient and costly, especially for larger documents. Additionally, they were not very secure.
Today, organizations are relying on a variety of methods to transfer large and sensitive files, such as e-mail, FTP, and instant messaging. While these tools are simple to use, they don’t provide the level of security that is required to protect PII, PHI, and IP.
With a growing number of threats and a massive amount of information being transmitted across networks, it’s important that enterprises select a secure file transfer standard that will protect sensitive data at all times — from in motion to at rest. Link Sharing