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What is webMethods ActiveTransfer?
webMethods ActiveTransfer is an integrated MFT solution that brings together B2B, application support, and MFT in a service-oriented platform.
webMethods ActiveTransfer provides you with a single point of control for all file transfer activities, both inside and outside the extended enterprise. ActiveTransfer enables organizations to exchange information securely over the Internet using a variety of communication protocols.
The following figure illustrates how ActiveTransfer components fit into an MFT scenario at a high level:
ActiveTransfer is fully integrated with the webMethods Product Suite, enabling companies to replace older, non-secure file transfer systems with a consolidated platform. ActiveTransfer supports collaboration, file sharing, integration, governance, and scalability.