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Control File

A control file is a special file that is sent along with one or more data files to tell applications that handle the data files how to handle them.  Control files are typically created by the same application that original sends files into a file transfer system. The most common[..]

Cut-Off Time

In file transfer operations, a cut-off time is a specific time of day a processor must receive a batch or file by so processing can begin on that day.   The processor, not the sender, decides the cut-off time. For example, if a processer publishes a cut-off time of 5pm, then[..]

FTP with PGP



In file transfer, “metadata” usually refers to information about files moved through a file transfer system.  Examples of metadata include usernames of original submitter, content types, paths taken through the system so far and affirmations of antivirus or DLP checks. Metadata such as suggested next steps is often submitted to[..]





Operational Level Agreement




Service Level Agreement

A file transfer service level agreement (SLA) establishes exactly what a particular customer should expect from a particular file transfer provider, and how that customer should seek relief for grievances. A file transfer SLA will often contain the following kinds of service expectations: Availability: This expresses how often the file[..]



Transmission Window

A transmission window is a window of time in which certain file transfers are expected or allowed to occur. Transmission windows typically reoccur on a regular basis, such as every day, on all weekdays, on a particular day of the week, or on the first or last day of the[..]

Trigger File

A “trigger file” is a common type of control file used to initiate further processing or retransmission.  Trigger files are typically created by the same application that original sends files into a file transfer system. The two most common types of trigger files are files with similar names to the[..]