Bob Ertl

PCI Compliant File Sharing: Essential Requirements & Effective Compliance Strategies

by Bob Ertl September 4, 2024May 5, 2025 | PCI Compliance

PCI compliance plays a critical role in bolstering the integrity and security of credit card data that businesses process, handle, and share with trusted third parties. Whenever businesses share this...

How to Protect PII in Online Web Forms: A Checklist for Businesses

by Bob Ertl August 6, 2024September 19, 2024 | Secure Web Forms

Online web forms have revolutionized the way businesses collect information, making processes more efficient and user–friendly. By leveraging web forms, organizations can quickly gather vital data from customers, employees, and...

Navigating Secure File Transfer in UK Enterprises: Best Practices and Essential Tools

by Bob Ertl July 27, 2024February 28, 2025 | Secure File Transfer

In today’s digital age, the importance of secure file transfer cannot be overstated. As UK enterprises handle vast amounts of sensitive data, it is crucial to implement best practices and...

Evaluate Your File Transfer Security Post-MoveIT Breach: A Guide for UK Enterprises

by Bob Ertl July 22, 2024March 1, 2025 | Secure File Sharing

The MoveIt breach has undoubtedly shaken trust in secure file transfer systems and the businesses that provide secure file transfer services. Businesses will be undoubtedly hesitant to use such systems,...

Secure Your Data: The Case for Moving from MOVEit to Kiteworks

by Bob Ertl July 22, 2024March 1, 2025 | Cybersecurity Risk Management

New Software Supply Chain Security Risks Revealed Cybersecurity has become a top priority for organizations worldwide. As cyber threats grow increasingly sophisticated, the need for robust and reliable security measures...

Secure File Sharing for State & Local Government Agencies

by Bob Ertl July 21, 2024March 1, 2025 | Secure File Sharing

Protecting sensitive information is a top priority for state and local government agencies. With the rise in cyber threats and the increasing need for collaboration and efficiency, investing in secure...

Secure File Sharing in Banking Amid Industry Disruption: New Model, New Challenges

by Bob Ertl July 18, 2024March 1, 2025 | Secure File Sharing

Significant disruption in the banking industry is forcing traditional banks to rethink how they provide services to consumers. Inevitably, secure file sharing in banking must also be revisited. Since the...

Enhancing SFTP Security: Essential Tips for UK Businesses

by Bob Ertl July 15, 2024May 8, 2025 | Secure File Sharing

In today’s digital landscape, where data breaches and cyberattacks continue to pose serious threats, protecting sensitive information has become a top priority for businesses across various industries. UK businesses, in...

Understanding FIPS Compliance: A Comprehensive Guide for UK Businesses

by Bob Ertl July 12, 2024May 6, 2025 | Secure File Sharing

In today’s digital age, data security has become a top priority for businesses around the world. With cyber threats on the rise, it is essential for organizations to protect their...

MFT Encryption: Protect Your File Transfers

MFT Encryption: How to Best Protect Your File Transfers

by Bob Ertl July 10, 2024July 28, 2024 | Managed File Transfer

If your organization processes sensitive content and exchanges it with trusted third parties, you’re more than likely already aware of the critical importance of encryption in safeguarding data during transit....

Essential Data Encryption Best Practices

by Bob Ertl June 14, 2024December 12, 2024 | Secure File Sharing

In today’s digital age, where cyber threats are rampant, ensuring the security of sensitive data is of utmost importance. Data encryption plays a crucial role in safeguarding information from unauthorized...

Eleven (11) Requirements for Secure Managed File Transfer Software

Eleven Requirements for Secure Managed File Transfer

by Bob Ertl May 8, 2024March 3, 2025 | Managed File Transfer

Today’s modern enterprise requires a secure managed file transfer solution. Managed file transfer (MFT) solutions have surprisingly demonstrated great staying power within the enterprise, despite the emergence and commoditization of...

Security or Accessibility? Finding the Right DRM Balance

by Bob Ertl April 24, 2024June 10, 2024 | Digital Rights Management

The tug of war between securing content and providing seamless accessibility to authorized users has been a persistent challenge. Secure content distribution, while essential for protecting intellectual property, often comes...

Guinness World Record for Largest File Transfer?

by Bob Ertl April 21, 2024March 3, 2025 | Managed File Transfer

We’ve had an ongoing debate at Kiteworks regarding the world’s largest file transfer to date and how it compares to the largest file that can be transferred using the Kiteworks...

6 Safe and Secure File Transfer Approaches for Mergers and Acquisitions

by Bob Ertl April 13, 2024December 13, 2024 | Secure File Transfer

In today’s fast-paced business world, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are a common occurrence. They help companies expand their reach, acquire new customers, and improve their bottom line. However, with M&A...

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Learn security strategies, compare vendors, and implement best practices to prevent breaches and compliance violations from risky third party communications.

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