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What EDI Is And Why It's Easier To Implement Than Ever Before

Overview: What EDI Is

Although already in existence for about 40 years, EDI is not yet as widespread as it ought to be. But recent technological advancements and favorable business conditions are changing that.

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

What is EDI X12?

Overview

Most industries in the US use the EDI X12 standard for electronic data interchange. So if you're looking to perform automated business transactions in the US, you have to be familiar with it.

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

Can You Identify The Port Numbers of These 12 File Transfer Protocols?

Most of these file transfer protocols should already be running on your network. Can you identify their respective default port numbers?

Topics: SFTP, FTPS, AS2, FTP

JSCAPE's AS2 Server Achieves Drummond Certified Status

JSCAPE is pleased to announce that it’s JSCAPE MFT Server (9.1) product has achieved Drummond Certified™ status for its implementation of the AS2 protocol. One of the most widely used protocols in the world, AS2 is responsible for B2B e‐commerce messaging for thousands of applications across dozens of industries.

Topics: News, JSCAPE MFT, AS2

Meeting AES 256 Encryption Requirements For Data In Transit

Overview

Not many organizations require AES 256 encryption to secure their sensitive documents. But those who do might find this post quite useful. Here, we'll show you how to enable FTPS, SFTP, HTTPS, WebDAVS, OFTP, and AS2 file transfers with AES 256 bit encryption. Does that look like something you can use? Read on!

Topics: JSCAPE MFT, Secure File Transfer, SFTP, FTPS, AS2

File Transfers Have a Much Bigger Impact On Time-To-Market Than You Think

A growing number of businesses are finding it imperative to get certain products out in the market FAST. To beat extremely tight deadlines, most of them employ IT systems to accelerate business processes. Whenever these processes require file exchanges across departments, cities, or continents, file transfer systems start to play a crucial role. And that role doesn't just involve moving files from point A to point B.

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

What is a Digital Signature?

Overview

Digital signatures help enforce security during data transfers. They're mainly responsible for establishing authentication, data integrity, and non-repudiation. Today, we'll be talking about the basic concepts behind digital signatures, where they're used, how they work, and why they're always an integral part of highly secure file transfers.

Topics: JSCAPE MFT, Secure File Transfer, SFTP, FTPS, AS2

A Simple Overview of OFTP (Odette File Transfer Protocol)

Overview: OFTP (Odette File Transfer Protocol)

A couple of days ago, we released JSCAPE MFT Server version 9.1. Although technically a minor release, 9.1's actually accompanied by several new features that we, in the JSCAPE team, are quite excited about. One of those features is OFTP or the Odette File Transfer Protocol. In the succeeding sections I'm going to explain to you what it is and why, if your business is involved in data interchange, it's something you might find very useful.

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

What is an AS2 MDN?

Overview

An MDN is an electronic return receipt that a trading partner can optionally request during an AS2 interchange. The use of MDNs helps enforce data integrity and non-repudiation in AS2. In this post, we'll discuss the value of issuing an AS2 MDN, your options when using it, and an overview of the usual configurable MDN settings in a managed file transfer server.

Topics: AS2, MDN

10 Ways to Make Server to Server File Transfers for Enterprise Use

Overview

Server to server file transfers are usually associated with enterprise business processes. Interestingly, some of these file transfers actually don't fit the bill. In this post, we'll share some tips on how you can enhance your server to suit the stringent requirements of the enterprise.

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