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Regarding risk mitigation and compliance, features like encryption, audit trails, and role-based access have lowered the likelihood of compliance issues.
I have definitely seen a return on investment with Axway AMPLIFY Managed File Transfer because a lot of scripts used to be needed for file transfers, but now it is all managed on one system online, which is where we saved a lot of costs.
I have seen the highest return on investment with Axway AMPLIFY Managed File Transfer because we use it every day, and it saves a lot of time.
It has custom reports which are inbuilt, showing things such as how many files are going through, what the file sizes are, and if any invalid logins have happened.
They have been especially helpful with troubleshooting complex scenarios and assisting with best practice recommendations.
On a scale of 1 to 10, I rate the customer support for Axway AMPLIFY Managed File Transfer a 10.
A quicker response would be appreciated.
Regarding the technical support of IBM Sterling File Gateway, I would rate their job about nine.
The platform scales well both horizontally and vertically, making it suitable for enterprise environments with evolving transfer needs.
We can roll up to about ten instances and handle a lot of file transfers.
While I sometimes find difficulties with GCP, it works fine and flawlessly on AWS, especially since we have a large customer base and vendors where we send numerous files daily.
Axway AMPLIFY Managed File Transfer has demonstrated excellent stability with minimal unplanned outages or system failures.
Axway AMPLIFY Managed File Transfer is pretty stable, and I would not have to log in day in and day out just for downtimes or anything.
Sometimes we encounter error logging issues or the system goes down, requiring us to connect with the cloud engineer.
An expanded API and automation would make it easier to integrate with DevOps tools to reduce manual tasks.
There are a few features which are missing, perhaps including easier configuration for some of the protocols or file transfers.
They should also focus on more information about selling their product.
If I'm transferring large batches, it takes them in threads. Globalscape EFT uploads the files on a threading basis, such as 100 files at a time, and the rest of the files will be in a queue system.
Globalscape EFT is prone to errors because one single click can lead to a file being sent to another vendor, and it doesn't give any warning if the code goes out of certain loops.
When there is an audit requiring proof that a file has gone in a secure way, most customers have not been able to prove it.
They bill us for the number of files we transfer instead of the environments we install, so it's value for money.
The AWS Marketplace subscription model made the initial setup cost lower and reduced the administration overhead for licenses.
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing for Axway AMPLIFY Managed File Transfer has been very reasonable.
It operates as a pay-as-you-go model.
Axway AMPLIFY Managed File Transfer has positively impacted my organization because it has effectively provided us with all of the work logs and made us very compatible with the outside world while enforcing security standards inside the company.
Scalability and centralized management allow us to manage multiple partners and high volume from a single platform while maintaining strong security and visibility.
Axway AMPLIFY Managed File Transfer saves a lot of time. If a human were to take a file from a destination, it would take time to search, log in, and place it in our server. It definitely takes a lot of time. A human might take two hours of time, but Axway AMPLIFY Managed File Transfer will do it in two minutes if configured properly.
It is flexible because you can modify many aspects in Globalscape EFT.
The software has automation that at a fixed point in time triggers the copying of file A to B.
| Product | Mindshare (%) |
|---|---|
| IBM Sterling File Gateway | 6.9% |
| Axway AMPLIFY Managed File Transfer | 4.3% |
| Globalscape EFT | 4.3% |
| Other | 84.5% |

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| Small Business | 4 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 1 |
| Large Enterprise | 9 |
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| Large Enterprise | 12 |
As a multi-protocol MFT gateway, Axway SecureTransport provides the flexibility you need to support virtually any MFT use case. Secure, manage, and track file flows among people and applications inside your enterprise, and beyond your firewall to your user communities, mobile devices, and the cloud. Perform high-volume automated file transfers between systems, sites, lines of business and external partners, to user-driven communications and mobile, folder- and portal-based file sharing.
Globalscape EFT enhances productivity through secure and location-independent data sharing. It features robust automation, integration with Windows and Linux, and a centralized interface for ease of use, making it ideal for seamless file transfer management and compliance.
Globalscape EFT specializes in secure file transfers between internal and external systems, supporting multiple encryption methods. It utilizes strong workflow automation and auditing tools, making it suitable for complex regulatory documentation. It integrates seamlessly with platforms like Salesforce for enhanced data management and is deployable both on-premises and cloud environments. Though it excels in many areas, improvements are needed in real-time collaboration and transfer speed for large files.
What are the key features of Globalscape EFT?Globalscape EFT is widely used in industries requiring secure data exchanges, such as finance and healthcare. Organizations utilize its event rules to automate workflows, connect with global financial networks, and meet compliance demands effectively. Its deployment flexibility supports both on-premises and cloud applications, catering to diverse operational environments.
Securely manage transfer files with authentication, encryption and audit trails while you retain administrative control of data using a library of templates.
Sterling File Gateway can help you increase secure and dependable file transfer with your trading partners. It consolidates disparate centers of file transfer activity and facilitates the security-rich exchange of file-based data over the Internet. It helps companies avoid the risk and operational issues that can result from using loosely controlled file-transfer servers.