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What Is AS2 Protocol? How To Use Applicability Statement 2

Updated by John Carl Villanueva on

Overview: What Is AS2 Protocol?

AS2 (Applicability Statement 2) is a file transfer protocol (FTP) that supports fully automated, server-to-server file transfers. It's suitable for two or more parties who often transact with each other and require paper-free transfers that ensure message integrity, security and reliability.

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Topics: JSCAPE MFT, Managed File Transfer, Business Process Automation, Secure File Transfer, AS2

How to Monitor SFTP Directories & Download Files

Updated by John Carl Villanueva on

In this tutorial, we're going to show you how to monitor directories on a remote SFTP server and then download any new files on a periodic basis.

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Topics: JSCAPE MFT, Managed File Transfer, Videos, Tutorials, SFTP

Why and How You Should Verify An SSH/SFTP Client Key's Fingerprint Before Using It

Updated by John Carl Villanueva on

In one of our previous posts, we talked about the importance of authenticating an SFTP host before logging into it and how to use the host's RSA key fingerprint to carry out the authentication. The same principle applies when you import a user's client key for public key authentication.

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Topics: JSCAPE MFT, Managed File Transfer, Secure File Transfer, SFTP

Dell EMC Scales File Transfers to Thousands

Updated by Van Glass on

Customer Profile

Dell EMC enables organizations to modernize, automate and transform their data center using industry-leading converged infrastructure, servers, storage and data protection technologies. Businesses get a trusted foundation to transform their IT and develop new and better ways to work through hybrid cloud, the creation of cloud-native applications and big data solutions.

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Topics: JSCAPE MFT, Managed File Transfer, Case Studies

Using a Remote WebDAV Service as Network Storage for Your MFT Server

Updated by John Carl Villanueva on

One advantage of using JSCAPE MFT Server as your file transfer server is that it's so easy to extend the storage capacity of your user accounts to one or more remote services and storage solutions. And in this post, we're going to show you how to use a remote WebDAV service as a network storage for your JSCAPE MFT Server instance.

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Topics: JSCAPE MFT, Managed File Transfer, Tutorials

How to Migrate the JSCAPE MFT Server Between Windows Hosts

Updated by John Carl Villanueva on

Some of the most common questions we get at our Help Desk revolves around how to migrate an existing JSCAPE MFT Server instance from one host to another. One of the easiest ways to do that is by using the Failover Synchronization module. In this post, we're going to use that feature to demonstrate a migration from a Windows host to another Windows host.

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Topics: JSCAPE MFT, Managed File Transfer, Tutorials

Appriss Retail Achieves High Availability File Transfers

Updated by Van Glass on

Customer Profile

Appriss Retail provides artificial intelligence-based solutions to help retailers protect margin, unlock sales, and cut shrink. With more than 20 years of retail data science expertise, the company’s Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform generates advanced analytical insights and real-time decisions that drive action throughout a retailer’s organization.

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Topics: JSCAPE MFT, Managed File Transfer, Case Studies

Understanding Key Differences Between FTP, FTPS And SFTP

Updated by Van Glass on

Three common protocols still used in file transfer today are FTP, FTPS, and SFTP. While the acronyms for these protocols are similar, there are some key differences among them, in particular, how data is exchanged, the level of security provided, and firewall considerations. Learning these key differences can help you choose a secure file transfer protocol or troubleshoot common connection issues.

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Topics: Managed File Transfer, Secure File Transfer, SFTP, FTPS, FTP

VAN vs AS2 - Which is Better for Sending EDI Documents?

Updated by John Carl Villanueva on

There are currently two ways of exchanging EDI documents. The first involves subscribing to a third party known as a Value Added Network (VAN), while the second involves using the AS2 protocol. Sure, there might be a few other less-known options, but these two are, by far, the most widely used. But which of these two options is best for your business? Let's examine some key considerations: Cost, interoperability, trading partner onboarding, and security and control.

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Topics: JSCAPE MFT, Managed File Transfer, AS2, EDI

Matisse Footwear Replaces Expensive VAN with MFT Server

Updated by Van Glass on

Customer Profile

Matisse Footwear is a lifestyle brand that caters to the individual look of the modern woman. With a focus on quality, craftsmanship and artisanal touches they bring together contemporary design while infusing attitude and effortless edge into their casual aesthetic. Matisse Footwear can be found in major specialty retailers including Nordstrom and Macys, or on their website matissefootwear.com.

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Topics: JSCAPE MFT, Managed File Transfer, Case Studies

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