Periodically, we at Stonebranch will offer our followers free swag. For example, we may give you a free copy of Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Workload Automation or free VIP passes to the upcoming Cloud Expo in New York City.
We have more goodies coming, but if you're not following us on Twitter you could miss out! Follow us at http://www.twitter.com/stonebranch and make sure you're in the know.
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More details have emerged as to what Stonebranch CEO Gwyn Clay will be speaking about at the Cloud Expo in New York City on Tuesday, June 12 from 5:30pm - 6:15pm.
Here's the abstract for the session entitled "Manage Workload Across Generations of IT Infrastructure > Effectively Integrate Big Data/Cloud with your On-Premise Data Center":
Whether your company is large or small, you are probably exploring Big Data solutions and using Cloud services and will need to integrate with other enterprise workload. This session will share detailed information of how our customers are already integrating Workload Automation with tools like Hadoop, and running workload completely in the Cloud using a modern enterprise-wide Workload Automation solution that is 100% web-based, has modern graphical dashboards, imbedded workload lifecycle management, and detailed auditing for security compliance.
We still have free VIP passes for you. Simply visit http://www.stonebranch.com/cloudexpo/ and we'll gladly hook you up.
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We're pleased that Stonebranch CEO Gwyn Clay will be speaking at the Cloud Expo in New York City on Tuesday, June 12 from 5:30pm - 6:15pm.
The title of Gwyn's session is "Manage Workload Across Generations of IT Infrastructure > Effectively Integrate Big Data/Cloud with your On-Premise Data Center". That's a mouthful, but it's a session you don't want to miss.
And to help ensure you don't miss it, we have free VIP passes for you. Simply visit http://www.stonebranch.com/cloudexpo/ and we'll hook you up.
See you in The Big Apple in June!
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If you'd like to see Opswise in action, you'll want to check out this fresh recording of our Opswise in 45 webinar series.
Watch it now at http://www.stonebranch.com/resources/webinar/.
For live webinars, where all questions are answered by an experienced Stonebranch engineer, visit http://www.stonebranch.com/resources/webinars/.
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The Stonebranch User Group Germany (SUGG) is meeting June 12-13 at the Novotel Hannover to discuss the changing role of IT.
If you are a Stonebranch user, and interested in attending, please visit http://www.stonebranch.com/sugg2012/.
Please be aware that the presentations at SUGG12 will be in German, so if you struggle with that language you may want to wait until IE12 in Amsterdam.
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As a Big Data Pavillion Sponsor we at Stonebranch have free VIP passes to the June 11 - 14 Cloud Expo at the Javits Convention Center In New York City.
If you or a colleague (or both) would like free passes to this exciting event, visit http://www.stonebranch.com/cloudexpo/.
These VIP passes are normally $2000 but we like the sound of "free" a whole lot better.
See you in New York!
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1. What databases does Opswise Managed File Transfer support?
This is just one of the areas that Opswise Managed File Transfer helps you keep TCO down verses other solutions. There is no requirement to purchase and support a third party database.
The Opswise Managed File Transfer database is maintained automatically so there is no need for additional resources for database administration. This is a huge benefit compared to other solutions that require additional hardware and software driving TCO much higher.
2. What operating systems and hardware are supported?
Opswise Managed File Transfer was designed for the enterprise so we support all the major operating systems including legacy. You are a large enterprise organization, which is a perfect fit.
3. What protocols does Opswise Managed File Transfer support?
Opswise Managed File Transfer provides its own proprietary protocol over TCP/IP and can be implemented in such a way to support all other protocols for cross-domain transfers inside and outside the organization. Want to bring value to your organization? Consolidate the number of solutions you currently have down to one flexible solution and show an ROI within the first year.
4. What reporting is available out of the box?
Opswise Managed File Transfer provides the ability to dump or archive the database to various formats such as XML so 3rd party report writers can be utilized. Your specific business needs can be met with this kind of flexibility. You decide which information is of most value to you.
5. What if I need a custom report?
Opswise Managed File Transfer provides the ability to dump or archive the database to various formats such as XML so 3rd party report writers can be utilized. Your specific business needs can be met with this kind of flexibility. You decide which information is of most value to you.
6) How do I address ad-hoc file transfer in Opswise Managed File Transfer?
Opswise Managed File Transfer provides internal, cross-domain, and ad-hoc file transfer capabilities. Ad-hoc is handled via a web-based application, which is offered as software as a service or can be part of the internal on-site version. All provide central monitoring and management, policy enforcement and audit and logging capabilities.
7) Can you use your product for email attachments?
Often times there are file size limits and security concerns when using email as a method to exchange data. This is where Opswise Managed File Transfer fits in. By moving data with the web-based application Scribbos, data is moved within a secure manner regardless of size ensuring corporate requirements are met.
8) Does Opswise Managed File Transfer provide failover?
Yes. Opswise Managed File Transfer is designed for enterprise environments with fault tolerance in mind so that your business keeps running even through difficult times.
9) Can it handle large files? What is the file size limit?
There is no file size limit; in fact built in options help you ensure you meet your business needs when transferring very large amounts of data. You decide what is most important, time or resource utilization.
10) Do you provide central logging and management?
Yes. Real-time and history information is available to business stakeholders ensuring visibility throughout the organization.
11) How about alerts?
Yes, alerts are available from a central activity monitor and also as alert messages on the system so that automation can be built around the alert. This gives you proactive monitoring so business is not interrupted.
12) Can I define different access and functionality based on roles? For instance, my end user, my business partner, my technical support person?
Yes, each can be given access based on their needs. Your applications programmer does not need the same access as your business partner. You decide and customize the access as needed. This ensures data integrity and privacy throughout your organization.
13) Can I integrate with web-based processes?
Universal Command Agent for SOA expands the Universal Products workload management capabilities to include internet and message based workloads that are part of a System Oriented Architecture (SOA) environment. Internet and message based workloads, which execute in application server environments that utilize technologies, such as SOAP, HTTP, CGI, and JMS, are often left out of enterprise workload management solutions.
14) Will it be as fast as my current solution? or How does it compare to FTP in speed (or any other tool)?
Each network environment is different, however in our lab when comparing apples to apples, meaning both products with the same functionality, we compare favorably to the market and our often faster. The best way to find out is a proof of concept where a technician will come on site. With a proof of concept we not only show you technically what is possible but clearly define ROI and TCO to ensure value to your organization.
15) Can you automatically convert all my FTP's?
The conversion to Stonebranch's Opswise Managed File Transfer is not time consuming, risky or expensive. In fact, we can tell you up front how long the migration will take, how much it will cost and when you would expect to start receiving a return on your investment. Essentially, the analysis and migration tool from Stonebranch enables you to easily migrate to Opswise Managed File Transfer, our Intelligent File Transfer solution.
16) Do you support PGP?
Yes. We provide encryption internally and also allow incorporation of pre and post processing to include 3rd party encryption solutions. Ensuring your data is secure and correct and where it needs to be is our number one priority so that you continue to meet your business goals.
17) Does a file have to sit on a server in the DMZ or do you allow pass through?
We allow pass through which allows you to meet compliance requirements from internal and outside sources.
18) How many parallel file transfers can I run at the same time?
Opswise Managed File Transfer was built for enterprise organizations, which typically include very high-end processors running high capacity loads to low-end old processes with limited power. You decide based on your unique environment. Opswise Managed File Transfer was built with this in mind.
19) How much space do I need?
Space requirements are determined by platform and feature. The footprint will be as small as necessary to get you the value you need.
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At Stonebranch, our Global Partner Program is a key part of our success. Starting with Fluido, Datab Software, European Business Management (EBM), Grey Monarch and NGI Software, we're profiling some of our valued partners on this Workload Automation Blog.
Proxima Software is our partner in Essex, England. Proxima Software Solutions provide, implement and develop high quality systems management, security management and automation solutions which enable our customers to simplify and improve their IT whilst generating huge cost savings. Their solutions are modern, innovative, flexible and deliver strong ROI.
Proxima takes a lot of time to research new technologies and solutions that will help their customers deliver improved service at reduced cost. They currently provide a range of innovative solutions, including Stonebranch's Opwise Automation Center.
The next time you're in Essex, England, visit our valued partner Proxima Software.
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