Bob Ertl

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...

Why organizations should switch from Citrix ShareFile to Kiteworks

Now Is the Time to Switch From Citrix ShareFile to Kiteworks

by Bob Ertl May 8, 2024August 21, 2024 | Secure File Sharing

File sharing is an essential part of most businesses today. But for some industries, secure file sharing is a make-or-break function that requires very specific features and functionality. For the...

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...

Kiteworks vs. SharePoint [Features, Pros, and Cons]

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

Suppose you’re searching for an optimal file-sharing solution and are considering options like Kiteworks and SharePoint. Rather than viewing Kiteworks and SharePoint as opposing solutions, consider the synergistic advantages they...

CMMC and Cloud Security: Integration Best Practices

by Bob Ertl March 30, 2024June 10, 2024 | CMMC Compliance

As cyberattacks proliferate and security breaches become more commonplace, organizations are continually seeking ways to better protect their data. One increasingly popular option is to utilize cloud–based solutions, which offer...

Why You Can’t Afford to Ignore DRM in 2024

by Bob Ertl March 15, 2024May 24, 2024 | Digital Rights Management

As more and more intellectual property (IP) comes online, the importance of safeguarding this sensitive content cannot be overstated. The landscape of digital rights management (DRM) solutions designed to protect...

DRM Best Practices: Strategies for Shielding Your Intellectual Property and Other Sensitive Content

by Bob Ertl March 12, 2024June 10, 2024 | Digital Rights Management

As organizations increasingly produce, process, and share sensitive content, the imperative to protect this information increases dramatically. Despite massive improvements in cybersecurity technology, sensitive content like customer, patient, and student...