FTP Migration : Evolving from Legacy File Transfers to Smart Cloud Workflows

FTP (File Transfer Protocol) has been the standard method of transferring data between computers on a network for many decades. Cloud computing changed the data mobility requirements, and traditional FTP systems cannot provide newer requirements like scalability, real-time collaboration, and secure data handling. Enterprises today seek FTP migration strategies that not only move the data but also change the way file transfers are managed. Whether you're migrating from FTP to cloud storage like Dropbox or Google Drive or bulk migrating, the right migration solution is a requirement. In this article, we discuss the changing face of file transfers, the best benefits of automating migration tasks, and how to transition smoothly. Why Organizations Are Moving Away from FTP FTP was initially a backbone technology for distributed teams to exchange large files. But it was not built for an age that lacked today's security, collaboration, and compliance needs. Legacy FTP systems h...