GoAnywhere MFT Reviews

My main use case for GoAnywhere MFT is for secure file transfer workflow automation and scheduled data exchanges between internal systems and external vendors.

A recent scenario that stands out is that I use GoAnywhere MFT to automatically transfer encrypted financial and reporting files between our internal server and external partners on scheduled workflows with alerts for failed or delayed transfers.

One thing that stands out about my main use case is how much manual effort it removes by centralizing transfer scheduling, encryption, and monitoring in a single platform.

The best features GoAnywhere MFT offers for me are workflow automation, secure file transfer protocols, centralized monitoring, detailed audit logging, and the ability to automate complex multi-step file transfer processes without relying on custom scripts.

I find myself relying on centralized monitoring the most often because it helps tremendously. I can track all the files, transfers, failures, and user activity from one dashboard, which makes troubleshooting and compliance reporting much easier.

The pre-built functions are very useful because they reduce the need for custom scripting and make recurring transfer workflows much easier to manage.

GoAnywhere MFT has positively impacted my organization by improving transfer reliability, reducing manual file handling, and helping to standardize secure data exchange processes across different teams and external partners.

I measure those improvements by noting that we have seen fewer transfer failures and a significant reduction in manual intervention since most recurring file exchange tasks are now automated and centrally monitored.

The UI of GoAnywhere MFT could be more modern, and some advanced workflow configuration and troubleshooting steps could be made easier for administrators.

Better API integrations and more detailed troubleshooting documentation would definitely help, especially when integrating with newer cloud platforms and third-party systems.

I have been using GoAnywhere MFT for two years.

While scalability is good overall, I note that performance tuning and monitoring could be a bit more streamlined in very large environments.

My advice for others looking into using GoAnywhere MFT is to take time to properly design your workflow and security policies and integrations early on because GoAnywhere MFT delivers the most value when automation and monitoring are well-planned from the start.

GoAnywhere MFT has been a reliable and efficient platform for secure file transfer automation, especially in environments where visibility, compliance, and workflow reliability are important. I would rate this product an 8 out of 10.

Hybrid Cloud

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

We use GoAnywhere MFT for managed file transfer, secure mail feature, and SFTP. It serves as our SFTP system.

We utilize the GoAnywhere Agent, which allows us to connect internally to our network. It functions similarly to a VPN tunnel. With the cloud version, there is minimal maintenance involved, including no need to worry about security certificate updates.

Overall, it's been a good product for us, and I'm very happy with the support. There is also the ease of administration. You don't have to be a coding expert or anything like that to be able to create complex managed file transfer jobs.

The whole application of GoAnywhere MFT is excellent. The user interface is intuitive. The flexibility for creating projects for managed file transfer is quite robust. I can easily add new modules to any project through a drag and drop process, which is really nice. I have the ability to manually edit the XML code that is produced when creating a project using that method. I can also export the XML code.

The Secure FTP feature gives me the ability to manually block IP addresses. It's a very secure system that automatically blocks certain IP addresses after multiple malicious connection attempts. Setting up new accounts is straightforward, and it's a robust SFTP system that uses the same interface as the regular GoAnywhere MFT, making it familiar for users. I can produce reports for security and have full control over secure protocols allowed on the system, making it easy to comply with security standards such as Sarbanes-Oxley.

The Secure Mail feature is impressive. I've worked with several different secure mail applications, and this one has comparable features. You can dictate security levels, such as requiring a username and password or simply sending links. It also allows business users to request large files from vendors or partners without utilizing an FTP system for large file transfers. When requesting files, recipients can click on a link and upload their file through a secure file transfer. If I needed a 200-gig file from you, I could send you a request. You click on the link, and then you can upload your file. It's a secure file transfer. That's a nice feature about it. 

The application uses resources such as network connections to shared directories or SFTP connections. I would appreciate seeing utilization metrics for these resources. For example, when opening a resource, it would be beneficial to see which projects are utilizing that resource. A project transfers files from one location to another, and these locations are the resources. When opening the configuration for a resource such as an SFTP site, it would be helpful if it displayed which projects are utilizing that resource. 

Overall, I'm very satisfied with the product. We did have some issues a couple of months back where we were having some unscheduled outages, and the support team worked with me closely and provided a solution that appears to have fixed the problem. I haven't seen any issues in over a month now.

We have been using the cloud version of GoAnywhere MFT for approximately two years.

We experienced some unscheduled outages a couple of months back, but the support team worked closely with us and provided a solution that appears to have fixed the problem. Essentially, the application needed to be updated to the current version, so I really can't blame the application because our cloud wasn't on the current version. We have a very crowded schedule as far as our MFT jobs are concerned. The delay was because I had to wait after we went through payroll and month closing tasks before doing an upgrade. We did experience a little bit of trouble, but it was resolved quickly.

The experience was excellent. The support technician who worked with me initially owned the ticket through the whole process, even after escalating to developers or higher-level support. The technician stayed with the ticket until resolution and followed up afterward.

Positive

The nearest alternative I've used is Oracle Cloud Integrations, which is essentially a fancy managed file transfer system. It has connections similar to resources and file transfer capability, including SFTP capability. It does not have secure mail capability, but it is comparable to an Oracle Integration type system.

I've been with the company for 25 years. Prior to using the cloud version of GoAnywhere MFT, we were hosting GoAnywhere MFT in-house. It was an on-prem system, whereas now, we're in the cloud. We've been using the cloud version for only two years, but we used the in-house version for six years prior to that. I was instrumental in moving to the cloud version. I also did the proposal to use GoAnywhere SFTP. I did a proof of concept and all that. I pushed it through. I was pretty much the one who pushed for GoAnywhere SFTP, but we have been using the MFT service for years and years.

Deploying GoAnywhere MFT was straightforward, especially the cloud version. We encountered minor issues with whitelisting IP addresses during the learning process. The challenging part was transferring our old MFT on-premises jobs to the new cloud version.

There was some confusion with the agent because it functions as two different sides of the same application. The agent side communicates with your network while the other side operates independently. Creating projects in the correct area is crucial. For example, projects needing an internal network connection should be created inside the agent console. The process of switching between the regular console and agent console could be improved, as it's somewhat cumbersome.

The cloud version deployment was simple, though on-premises installation can be more complex.

In terms of maintenance, I don't even have to worry about security certificates anymore. Previously, I had to update the security certificates on the on-prem servers, but that's true for any application. There's almost no management.

The pricing for GoAnywhere MFT seems reasonable when compared to other similar services, especially cloud services. Azure is significantly more expensive.

We don't use its connectors at this point. It's pretty much standalone. We are an Oracle cloud customer as well. Most integrations are managed within the cloud because they have their own connectors. Cloud-to-cloud transfers for services like Salesforce don't require routing through our system unless it's for archival purposes.

It's an excellent product. I would recommend it. I would rate GoAnywhere MFT a nine out of ten. The cloud version is relatively new to everyone, and there were instances where the support team was going through their own learning process. However, they handled everything professionally. The pace of technology advancement is rapid, but they maintain excellent service.

Public Cloud

Other

I use GoAnywhere MFT to simplify and automate the file transfer process.

GoAnywhere MFT streamlines, automates, and simplifies the secure file transfer process, helping to reduce the manual efforts and repetitive tasks of file transfer, which tends to be cost-effective and time-saving.

GoAnywhere MFT always keeps me in compliance with data security requirements, such as global data protection regulations (GDPR). 

Some of the connectors that I have used or integrated GoAnywhere MFT with include Box, Microsoft SharePoint, and Google Drive. While integrating this product, GoAnywhere MFT simplifies the process of transferring files securely. I am satisfied with the range of out-of-the-box connectors. 

I use the GoFast feature to accelerate data transmission. The GoFast feature helps me speed up the exchange of data and improves the process of exchanging data.

It helps me keep all my sensitive data and files secure and safe. The software's user interface is friendly and intuitive, making it easy to use and navigate without any hassle. 

I'm delighted with the top-notch customer support that we get. The support team is highly dedicated to resolving any issues I may have faced whenever using the product. 

I'm able to track all my file transfer activities while using GoAnywhere MFT.

One of the best features of GoAnywhere MFT is its integration with other third-party tools, such as Microsoft SharePoint, Box, Dropbox, and Google Drive. This integration simplifies the file transfer process, saving me more time because its purpose is to enable time-saving during the file transfer process.

I would like to see GoAnywhere MFT integrating with more connectors or rather more integration with third-party tools. I feel there is still room for improvement in that area, but I'm quite satisfied overall.

I've been using this solution for about one and a half years.

It's stable. I would rate the stability as a nine out of ten.

Scalability is simple. I would give it a nine out of ten for scalability.

In our organization, the number of users is between 10 to 20, as our organization size is between 10 to 50.

I would rate the technical support a ten out of ten. GoAnywhere offers top-rated customer support. They are always available whenever I need them.

Positive

The deployment process was easy and fast. For me to get GoAnywhere MFT running, it took between one to three days.

We have it deployed both on-premise and in the cloud. The cloud deployment is with Amazon and Azure.

It requires some maintenance, but it is easy to maintain GoAnywhere MFT.

I've seen a return on investment of between 25% to 30% of the total amount of time saved.

The pricing of GoAnywhere MFT is affordable compared to other similar products. It's not expensive, according to me. What influenced my purchase decision was the fact that the product was quite affordable.

One thing that makes GoAnywhere MFT stand out against its competitors is its compatibility with multiple platforms, as I can use it on Windows, Mac, and Linux. It offers flexible deployment options, allowing me to deploy it on-premise or in the cloud. 

GoAnywhere MFT offers a browser-based user interface that I find intuitive and user-friendly. Additionally, it enhances the automation of the file transfer process, and I recommend its file and data encryption features for their high security compared to other similar products.

I would suggest giving it a trial because it's worth the time, as it will help save more time and reduce human effort during the file transfer process. Consider it even when the price seems high because it allows management of all file transfers from a centralized place, making it easy to access and manage files.

I would highly recommend the use of GoAnywhere MFT to any individual or organization because it enhances managed and secure file transfer processes between systems and with partners. Additionally, it's cost-effective, saving more time and money through file transfer automation, making it a more economical choice.

I would rate GoAnywhere MFT a nine out of ten.

I have been using GoAnywhere MFT for around three years. The primary use case for GoAnywhere MFT is secure file transfer and automation, and I use it to exchange business-critical files between internal systems.

I use GoAnywhere MFT for secure file transport between internal systems, customers, and external partners. The type of workflow involves the automatic pickup of files from SFTP locations, validation, and encryption using PGP before transferring them to the destination. It also sends email notifications for successes or failures. Recently, I implemented an automatic workflow that transfers daily business reports from application servers to partner organizations, which reduced manual effort and improved transfer reliability, security, and audit tracking.

Overall, GoAnywhere MFT has helped to centralize and automate my file transfer processes while improving security, compliance, and visibility. With automated auditing and support for multiple protocols, I have reduced manual intervention and operational risks. It has become a key platform for managing secure data exchange with internal systems and external partners.

The standout features of GoAnywhere MFT are workflow automation, secure managed file transfer, SFTP, FTP, PGP encryption, centralized monitoring with detailed audit logs, and automated email alerts, which significantly reduce manual effort while improving security and compliance.

Workflow automation is the feature I rely on the most day-to-day. It automates file transfer, encryption, validation, and notifications, which reduces manual work, minimizes errors, and ensures files are delivered on time without constant monitoring.

The combination of automation, security, and centralized management makes GoAnywhere MFT a reliable and efficient platform for my file transfer needs. GoAnywhere MFT has positively impacted my organization by improving operational efficiency through automating the file transfer process, reducing manual intervention, minimizing errors, and enhancing security and compliance through centralized monitoring, encryption, and audit trails. I also have better reliability and visibility into my business-critical file exchanges.

GoAnywhere MFT could be improved with a more modern and intuitive user interface, enhanced dashboard customization, and advanced reporting and analytics capabilities. An initial setup and workflow design process could help new users get up to speed more quickly.

I have been working in my current field for more than ten years.

GoAnywhere MFT scales well for my needs. As my file volume, workflows, and partner connections increased, I was able to expand its use without significant challenges. Its centralized management, automation, and capabilities make it easy to support my growing business requirements while maintaining performance and reliability.

My overall experience with customer support has been positive for GoAnywhere MFT. The support team representatives are knowledgeable and helpful in resolving technical issues and configuration-related questions. While the response time can vary depending on complexity, the overall support quality has been reliable and effective.

I have not extensively used any AI-related features with GoAnywhere MFT, as my primary use is secure file transfer protocol automation, so I cannot accurately assess the accuracy and reliability of its AI capabilities.

I evaluated other managed file transfer solutions before choosing GoAnywhere MFT, which included IBM Securely File Transfer Protocol and Globalscape EFT.

On-premises

For GoAnywhere MFT, we have explored some of the connectors like Salesforce and SharePoint. In our case, we used it for most of the basic integrations, not the very advanced ones, so it was quite easy for us.

The automation of GoAnywhere MFT is the best thing about it. The interface of this software is also really easy to use for me and my teammates.

It really helps us transfer files within our organization really securely and automates the whole process for us, which makes it really easy.

It takes a little time to understand all of the workflow, and it has a bit of a learning curve, even with the easy interface. When we were trying to set up the software at the start, it took us a few days, and it was a bit complex initially for me.

I have been working here for more than two years.

I have never seen a lag or crash type issue.

For scalability, GoAnywhere MFT is quite scalable. We do not require it to be scaled at a very large amount, so it is not an issue for us, but I think that it is quite scalable. We have never thought about scaling it.

The experience was quite good and helpful. They were able to resolve the issue in a reasonable time.

The initial setup took us quite a few days in our case, but we did not require a big team. Initially, we had two to three people involved in this for the setup and the testing of it repeatedly.

Regarding agents, we are aware of this feature and have used it in a very limited way for running tasks on remote systems. We have not used this heavily, so it is not useful where direct connectivity is not possible.

I have not used this specific feature in my use case.

I have heard of it, and I guess it is for when you want to transfer your data extremely fast, but I have not used it and have not needed it.

The maintenance is quite low because once we have set up all the transfers and everything is in place, maintenance is only minimal, so that is not an issue for me. I would rate this product an 8 out of 10.

I work as a cyber security analyst, and I use GoAnywhere MFT for file transfers. When there is any event, or when we require any logs from users, or when we need to send log files to users, I use this FTP for transferring the files. This is the basic use case for what we use GoAnywhere MFT for.

My favorite feature of GoAnywhere MFT is encryption because when we use other products, files are not encrypted. When there are critical files that we are transferring, they should be encrypted in transit and also at rest. GoAnywhere MFT provides this feature, and I think that is one of the best features it offers.

The GoFast feature of GoAnywhere MFT is definitely useful because at times, we have larger files to transmit. In my field of security, there is a use case where we need to transfer large files from large volumes. At these times, the GoFast feature is very useful because it transfers a large amount of files in less time. From a security perspective, it is very beneficial because in less time, you get more data to access.

I feel there is not a complete new feature that GoAnywhere MFT can improve on, but I think they can improve the user interface. It should be more intuitive to use, with organized options, and the console should also be centralized. If you look at the documentation of GoAnywhere MFT about the user interface, nothing more detailed is written. I think the UI should be improved.

We can also talk about security. Recently, Microsoft published an article stating that GoAnywhere MFT can be attacked by ransomware, indicating there was a vulnerability in the product. I think that can be improved by enhancing security and patching the vulnerabilities. These two areas, user interface and security, are what I think can be improved.

I have been using GoAnywhere MFT for the past three to four months in my career overall.

I did not observe any downtime, instability, or performance issues with GoAnywhere MFT. Whenever I have used it and whenever I needed it, it worked fine. I think it is steady and working fine, so it is generally stable.

GoAnywhere MFT can be used by medium to large enterprises. The cost factor comes into play for small enterprises wanting to work with it, but for medium to large enterprises, GoAnywhere MFT is truly scalable and can be effectively utilized.

I did not contact technical support or customer support for GoAnywhere MFT because I did not encounter any issues.

Neutral

The initial deployment of GoAnywhere MFT was good from a deployment perspective. I think any technical professional working on deployments or tools finds it easy. However, for a non-technical person, it might be a little difficult. Overall, it is easy to set up both on-premises and in the cloud. I do not think there is any flaw in it, and any technical professional can easily set it up.

I have used FileZilla as an alternative to GoAnywhere MFT. It is also a file transfer product, but it is not as comprehensive and not as detailed as GoAnywhere MFT. It has very limited features, but it can be counted as an alternative to GoAnywhere MFT.

I do not know much about the pricing for GoAnywhere MFT, but I have heard from my colleague that the pricing is also somewhat high compared to other products. I think pricing could be a little lower so that small enterprises working in the field can afford it and use it. It should be more cost-effective so that all can benefit from the product.

I did not use the connectors that GoAnywhere MFT includes in the solution, so I am not able to comment much about them.

I use the Agents for automation, workflows, and systems with GoAnywhere MFT.

I have tried using the Secure Forms feature of GoAnywhere MFT, which allows end users to upload files. It is also a way of collecting data or uploading files to a user or partner and then automating the workflow.

Regarding the time it took me to deploy GoAnywhere MFT for the first time, there are steps involved in deployment, so I do not remember the overall time.

I would rate this review an 8 out of 10.

On-premises

My use cases for GoAnywhere MFT include file transfers, file downloading using REST API, and in some cases, file processing.

The best features of GoAnywhere MFT are file transfer and calling the REST API to get responses back and process those responses again. I appreciate the business logic we can use inside the workflow, which is feasible to implement.

I have used various connectors including SFTP, HTTPS, SharePoint, AWS S3 bucket, AS2, and other protocols for GoAnywhere MFT. Most connectors for GoAnywhere MFT are provided, and there is a cloud connector in the latest version, which allows connections with SharePoint or other cloud providers, such as Azure Blob or Azure Storage. These connectors are very important to operations because new connections are available. Connectivity to the cloud is crucial, and without connectors, we cannot perform file transfers.

The GoFast feature has accelerated file transfer to an optimum level and improved performance. It saves us about 15%.

They can add more functionalities in their workflow. For example, they could add improved functionalities for B2B integration similar to other competitors which are providing mapping. I want better mapping tools and file mapping for file conversion functionality.

I have been using GoAnywhere MFT for five years.

I experience occasional downtime and some glitches. I would rate the stability of GoAnywhere MFT a seven out of ten.

I would rate the scalability of GoAnywhere MFT a nine out of ten.

In my organization, around five people have hands-on experience with this solution. Our client is a large global organization.

I would rate the technical support for GoAnywhere MFT an eight out of ten.

Positive

I have worked with TIBCO MFT before using GoAnywhere MFT.

GoAnywhere MFT is good compared to other MFT tools. It's easy to learn, very flexible and secure, while supporting many protocols and features that other MFT tools don't offer.

The deployment is very easy, but there should be some automation for deployment.

The initial installation or deployment takes approximately two to three days, depending on the number of clusters, nodes we are using, and gateways. In total, we can complete the setup within a week.

The solution requires regular maintenance, and upgrading the product is straightforward.

It saves us about 15% in efficiency.

It's a cost-effective solution.

I am using GoAnywhere Agent, which is a separate instance of GoAnywhere MFT that allows us to integrate remotely. I'm also using the GoFast feature to accelerate data transmission.

I will definitely recommend this product to other users because it's very easy to deploy, develop, and learn. It's also more cost-effective than other products. Learning GoAnywhere MFT takes about four weeks to feel comfortable. 

I would rate GoAnywhere MFT overall a nine out of ten.

Private Cloud

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

My main use case for GoAnywhere MFT involves secure file transfers, workflow automation, and scheduled data transmissions between internal systems and external vendors, where we automatically transfer encrypted financial and reporting files between our internal servers and external partners on scheduled workflows with alerts for failed or delayed transfers.

One thing that stands out about my main use case is how much manual effort it removes by centralizing transfer scheduling, encryption, and monitoring in a single platform.

The best features GoAnywhere MFT offers for me are workflow automation, secure file transfers, protocol centralized monitoring, detailed auditing, logging, and the ability to automate complex multi-step file transfer processes without relying on custom scripts.

Centralized monitoring and automation have made things easier for me because we can track all the file transfer failures and user activity from one dashboard, which makes troubleshooting and compliance reporting easier. The automation built-in is also really useful because it reduced the need for custom scripting and made recurring transfer workflows much easier to manage.

GoAnywhere MFT has positively impacted my organization by improving transfer reliability, reducing manual file handling, and implementing standardized, secure data exchange processes across different teams and external partners.

The improvements from GoAnywhere MFT have affected my team's efficiency by resulting in fewer transfer failures and a big reduction in manual intervention since most recurring file exchange tasks are now automated and centrally monitored.

GoAnywhere MFT could be improved in that the UI could be more modern and some advanced workflow configurations and troubleshooting steps could be made easier for administrators.

Better API integrations and more detailed troubleshooting documentation would definitely help, especially when integrating with newer cloud platforms and third-party systems.

Scalability is good overall with GoAnywhere MFT, but performance tuning and monitoring could be more streamlined in very large environments with high transfer volumes.

I have been using GoAnywhere MFT for one year.

GoAnywhere MFT performs very well in terms of scalability and handles growing workloads easily.

My experience with customer support has been good, and the support team is knowledgeable and helpful, usually responsive when dealing with transfer issues or workflow troubleshooting.

GoAnywhere MFT handles security and compliance requirements for my organization through fully-auditable automation, centralized management and auditing, and more secure file transfer workflows. We evaluated a few other MFT solutions including Progress MOVEit, Globalscape EFT, IBM Sterling, and Axway before selecting GoAnywhere MFT.

Setting up GoAnywhere MFT was easy, and it has been a reliable and efficient platform for secure file transferring and automation, especially in environments where visibility, compliance, and workflow reliability are important.

The integration experience with GoAnywhere MFT has been pretty smooth overall, especially with standard protocols and common enterprise systems. It supports a wide range of integrations and APIs, so connecting my internal applications, cloud storage, SFTP servers, and the third-party vendors is usually straightforward, although the main challenges tend to come from the more complex custom workflows or legacy systems where additional scripting and testing are sometimes needed.

GoAnywhere MFT has been a reliable and efficient platform for file transfer automation, especially in environments where visibility, compliance, and workflow reliability are important.

For others looking into using GoAnywhere MFT, I recommend that it scales very well overall and handles growing transfer workloads reliably, especially when automation and centralized monitoring are set up properly. I recommend spending the time planning your workflows, integrations, and security policies early on because GoAnywhere MFT delivers the most value when the automation and monitoring processes are well-organized from the beginning. I rate this product an 8 out of 10.

Hybrid Cloud

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

It provides a central space for managing all file transfer activities. We seamlessly integrate it with our other software that we use, which ensures the security and efficiency of data movement. 

In my role as a customer care manager, we deal with many customers, so sometimes we request sensitive documents. Instead of using email, which is not as protected as GoAnywhere MFT, we have set up a portal where they can share the document. As a manager, I have to direct a specific team to deal with that document, which prevents the leakage of sensitive customer information.

Handling file transfers is efficient and accurate, which enhances our business processes by minimizing human error and improving accuracy, ultimately reducing costs. Additionally, it provides a significant level of automation, allowing us to manage numerous tasks automatically. Without this automation in place, we would need to handle these tasks manually, which increases the risk of errors.

Moreover, this automation saves us time, enabling us to concentrate on other important tasks. For example, in my department, where I manage numerous customers, eliminating the need for manual task execution allows us to focus more effectively on customer support. It has saved us about 80% of time.

It facilitates better collaboration by ensuring that files are shared securely and efficiently among our team members, especially when dealing with large files and folder transfers. There is always seamless workflow automation across all departments.

The automation capabilities are amazing. They help to reduce manual transfer tasks and handle the daily repetitive tasks that we do. It also ensures overall efficiency.

The solution offers file encryption, which greatly keeps the data safe whether in transit or at rest. The level of customization that the tool offers is unmatched. 

Everything works fine, but I feel that the user interface can be improved, especially the layout. They can make the dashboards more customizable. Other than that, I don't have anything. The automations are amazing, and the other features flow effortlessly.

I have been using GoAnywhere MFT for almost five years, and it has been working very well so far.

I would rate the stability of the solution as nine out of ten. It has robust stability because we have never faced any downtime. Even if there is a challenge, the customer support offers responsive, faster responses, so we have never faced any major challenges.

The scalability is ten out of ten because it works effectively even with many users, large files, and a lot of data moving at once. For the past five years, the tool has kept growing as our business has grown.

In my team, we have 25 people, while the whole company has 50 employees. Approximately 35 people use the solution.

Their support is good. I would rate their technical support a nine out of ten.

Positive

I have never used another tool or alternative.

It was one of the quickest and easiest products to get started with. In under 30 minutes, we were able to log into the product. Within three weeks, we fully understood all the features and were able to fully use them. The ease of use and great support helped significantly in setting up these tools.

There was a team in my organization that purchased the product directly. We had a short training, which was very smooth. We were able to use the tool quickly and fully because the support was amazing.

Maintenance is very low and hassle-free with minimal costs because it is super easy, and they offer training to get started. As they introduce new features, there is always training to understand that feature.

It has been incredibly helpful in everything, especially by enhancing our security as an organization. By using encryption and secure protocols, we are able to protect our clients' data, especially when transferring or when it is at rest.

It has flexible and affordable pricing because of custom quotes. The prices depend on the modules one needs and the volume of data being transferred. Overall, they offer custom and flexible pricing with an annual subscription, where you pay for specific features and functionality required.

I would highly recommend this tool because it offers secure and reliable file exchange and transfer. It keeps sensitive data safe, whether it is in transit or at rest, with robust built-in security features. It is so easy to use. It does not require much maintenance. 

I would rate GoAnywhere MFT a ten out of ten.

On-premises

We use GoAnywhere MFT for both front-end SFTP and back-end managed file transfer.

We do not make use of the connectors for services like Salesforce, SharePoint Online, Dynamics 365, or any other services. The range of connectors that GoAnywhere MFT provides out of the box includes interesting connectivity to ServiceNow, which, although we don't use at our organization, adds flexibility, highlighting the product's strength in customization and configuration.

We do not use GoAnywhere agents because all of our connections are external organizations, and agents are more suitable for connecting offices within an organization.

We use secure forms for different purposes: one is for archiving data for 7 years for legal purposes, allowing employees to request specific files, and another allows us to handle all of our SFTP user and user-group provisioning through a secure form processing our formatted spreadsheet.

We use the GoFast feature to accelerate data transmission. This acceleration is beneficial as we handle a high volume of data and some fairly large files, sometimes up to 30 gig for an individual file, so having that functionality improves performance.

The best features of GoAnywhere MFT are its powerful customization capabilities that allow us to dictate the process and add in custom processes, which was a limitation with other MFTs we used.

Since implementing GoAnywhere MFT, we have seen scalability improvements, especially since we were using MOVEit MFT prior to that, and it just doesn't have the same scalability, making GoAnywhere a better fit as our company continued to grow.

The areas for improvement with GoAnywhere MFT include a basic SFTP user interface that lacks functionality compared to other MFT SFTP solutions, as well as some administrative features like filtering a page and job log record retention that could be enhanced. Support, UI, and filtering can definitely improve.

I have been using this solution for about 4 years.

The overall deployment of GoAnywhere MFT was pretty complex. It was complex due to the importance of data security in our industry, requiring a lot of infrastructure setup and a learning curve while migrating from the old environment.

The solution requires maintenance from our end, which includes applying patches and updates, as well as testing and validating new versions. Judging stability in terms of downtime, bugs, and glitches, I would rate GoAnywhere MFT as an eight out of ten.

GoAnywhere MFT meets our business needs in scalability, answering our capacity requirements. I would rate the scalability of GoAnywhere MFT as a ten.

When it comes to technical support, I would give it a rating of three. The technical support is slow to respond and to take action when issues arise, along with difficult-to-use user forums which complicate finding solutions on our own.

Neutral

We were using MOVEit MFT prior to implementing GoAnywhere MFT. We have seen scalability improvements since the switch, as MOVEit MFT didn't have the same scalability, making GoAnywhere MFT a better fit as our company continued to grow.

The initial deployment took several months.

From our end, six people were involved in the deployment. Currently, ten users work with GoAnywhere MFT.

I have seen a return on investment from GoAnywhere MFT, not just financially, but also in saved time, resources, and efficiencies. In terms of percentage, for the amount of volume we are doing with GoAnywhere MFT and its functionality, I would estimate it has provided about a 50% return in four years.

Regarding the pricing of GoAnywhere MFT, they recently changed their pricing model, which wasn't as favorable, now moving to an annual renewal subscription model, but compared to other MFTs, I still find it reasonable. If I were to rate GoAnywhere MFT on a scale from 1 to 10, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I would say it falls around a six.

When comparing GoAnywhere MFT with other MFT products, I think it's a good fit for an enterprise-level organization, though it may be more complex than needed for small-medium businesses.

Our relationship with Fortra is that we are customers. GoAnywhere MFT has not saved us significant time in securely connecting with third parties; it compares well with other MFTs, though it hasn't been difficult to use. I would recommend GoAnywhere MFT to other users if they need something very scalable and flexible. On a scale of 1-10, I rate this solution a 7.

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