In the era of digitization, virtually every company must cope with vast amounts of data flowing through their systems every day. Managing this data flow is not only essential for smooth operation but also crucial for security and regulatory compliance. One of the most effective tools that helps organizations automate data flow is the MOVEit Automation platform.

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Data transfer automation - why does it need to be secure?

Secure automation of data transfer is extremely important for any company for several reasons.

The most obvious reason is the processing of sensitive data. Many companies process and store sensitive information such as customer data, financial data, trade information, and more. Secure automation of data transfer ensures that this information is transmitted appropriately, and unauthorized individuals do not have access to it.

Secure automation also minimizes the risk associated with security breaches. Manual data transfer between different systems increases the risk of human errors, which can lead to accidental disclosure of sensitive information or data loss. Data transfer automation eliminates this problem as the processes are predefined and repeatable, minimizing the risk of potential errors.

Secure automation of data transfer can help meet requirements related to data protection and compliance with regulations such as GDPR. Companies must adhere to these regulations to avoid penalties and financial fines. Automating processes in the correct and secure manner mitigates the risk of non-compliance. In the event of regulatory changes, we can easily implement new automation rules, thereby aligning the company's system with the latest regulations.

What tasks does MOVEit Automation perform?

MOVEit Automation can automate many tasks related to data processing and transfer, including:
 

• Moving files between local and remote devices,
• Archiving files,
• Deleting files,
• Sharing files,
• Version control of files,
• Incident reporting.
   

MOVEit Automation is user-friendly, and its features provide maximum flexibility and customization to meet the needs of every company.

For example, MOVEit Automation can automatically move files between local and remote devices at a specified time of day or on a specific day of the week. The solution can also automatically archive files that are no longer needed or delete files that have been stored for too long.
 

Interestingly, if a data transfer is interrupted due to a failure or other issues, MOVEit Automation can automatically attempt to resend the data.
 

MOVEit Automation and cost reduction

MOVEit Automation significantly reduces the time and costs associated with data processing and transfer.
 

Firstly, this solution allows the definition of complex data transfer processes that are executed automatically. This means that employees no longer have to manually process and transfer data, greatly speeding up the entire process. Examples of automation include the aforementioned automatic file transfer between local and remote devices, archiving, deletion, sharing, version control of files, and incident reporting.

Moreover, manual operations are more prone to errors, which can lead to delays and additional costs. MOVEit Automation minimizes the risk of errors because all operations are precisely defined and repeatable.

Lastly, MOVEit Automation optimally utilizes network bandwidth and computing power. As a result, data transfer operations are carried out more efficiently, reducing time and costs.

MOVEit Automation helps meet legal regulations

MOVEit Automation can assist companies in enhancing compliance with legal regulations by providing a range of features that help protect personal and confidential data. For example, MOVEit can automatically archive files containing personal data or delete files containing sensitive data that are no longer needed. The system can also automatically report incidents related to data security breaches. Its features help companies avoid fines and penalties for data protection regulation violations.

Why Implement MOVEit Automation?

MOVEit Automation is an advanced tool for secure data transfer automation, ensuring fast, secure, and reliable transmission of information between various systems. With a versatile approach, it supports diverse protocols, enabling integration with various platforms and applications. Automatic generation of reports and activity logs provides precise documentation of operations, facilitating audits and compliance monitoring with regulations and standards. MOVEit Automation is highly regarded in many industries for its effectiveness, efficiency, and security, making it a worthwhile choice for organizations in need of a reliable and automated solution for data transfer management.

Benefits:

• No script creation required
• Easy file transport process management
• 24/7 professional manufacturer support
• Short learning curve for administrators
• Quick integration of new file transport sources and destinations
• Documentation, community, training, certification
• Scalability

Security:

• Encrypted file transfer (Data-in-Transit)
• Encryption of configuration files using FIPS 140-2
• Encrypted administrative access to the system
• Integration with Anti-virus (McAfee, Symantec & Trend Micro)
• Role-based access control (RBAC) and Active Directory
• Compliance with PCI DSS, GDPR, HIPAA standards
• Audit, File, and Task Activity Log

Contact us to learn more about MOVEit Automation!