Secure File Exchange for encrypted transfers with trading partners.
Exchange EDI files, inventory feeds, price lists, and shipment data with trading partners and internal systems using encrypted SFTP, AS2, and PGP-protected file transfers - all connected to Xorosoft ERP and WMS.
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One connection from Xorosoft to every trading partner
Trading partners need files. Xorosoft delivers them securely and on schedule.
When files move between Xorosoft and trading partners by hand - emailed spreadsheets, manual FTP uploads - they're slow, insecure, and easy to send to the wrong place or miss entirely. Secure File Exchange automates encrypted file transfers over SFTP, AS2, or PGP-protected channels, so EDI documents, inventory feeds, and shipment data move to and from trading partners on a reliable, auditable schedule. Tap each point to see how.
The business problem
Tap to reveal+When files move between Xorosoft and trading partners by hand - emailed spreadsheets, manual FTP uploads - they're slow, insecure, and easy to send to the wrong place or miss entirely, creating compliance risk and partner friction.
The Xorosoft solution
Tap to reveal+Secure File Exchange automates encrypted file transfers over SFTP, AS2, or PGP-protected channels, so EDI documents, inventory feeds, and shipment data move to and from trading partners on a reliable, auditable schedule.
The business benefit
Tap to reveal+Fewer manual errors, verifiable delivery and receipt, and a compliant, secure channel for exchanging sensitive business data with partners.
The Xorosoft to trading partner transfer workflow
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File ready in Xorosoft
An inventory feed, EDI document, or shipment file is prepared for transfer.
File encrypted
The file encrypts with PGP and the connection secures over TLS or SSH.
Connection established
A connection opens to the trading partner over SFTP or AS2.
File transmitted
The encrypted file transmits to the partner's server or endpoint.
Receipt confirmed
An MDN or acknowledgment confirms the partner received the file.
Retry if the transfer failed
A failed transfer retries automatically rather than waiting for manual resubmission.
Transfer logged
The attempt, outcome, and confirmation log for audit and compliance.
Partner processes the file
The trading partner's system ingests the delivered file.
Reporting updated
Transfer volume and success-rate metrics update in reporting.
Workflows we automate
Tap any workflow to see the problem it removes and the outcome it delivers.
SFTP transfer workflow
+Files transfer over an encrypted SFTP connection on schedule.
Outcome: reliable, encrypted delivery without manual uploads.
AS2 messaging workflow
+EDI documents send over AS2 with signed receipt confirmation.
Outcome: compliance with retail EDI trading partner requirements.
Encryption workflow
+Files encrypt with PGP before transmission, independent of the transport method.
Outcome: sensitive file contents stay protected end to end.
Retry workflow
+Failed transfers retry automatically with configurable limits.
Outcome: brief connection issues don't mean a missed deadline.
Exception monitoring workflow
+Connection issues and checksum mismatches are flagged with proactive alerts.
Outcome: issues resolved before a partner misses a required file.
Audit & compliance workflow
+Every transfer logs its full detail for compliance review and partner disputes.
Outcome: a complete, exportable audit trail on demand.
Every file transfer, connected end to end
A single operational view across Xorosoft, transfer protocols, and trading partners.
Active Connections
SyncedFile Transfers
LiveAS2 / MDN Status
PassedPGP Encryption
Real-timeRetry Queue
ActiveAudit Logs
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MonitoredIntegration Health
MonitoredXorosoft Secure File Exchange, explained
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What is Xorosoft's Secure File Exchange?
Tap to reveal+Xorosoft's Secure File Exchange automates encrypted file transfers with trading partners over SFTP, AS2, or PGP-protected channels, so EDI documents, inventory feeds, price lists, and shipment data move reliably without manual uploads or emailed spreadsheets.
How does Secure File Exchange work?
Tap to reveal+A file becomes ready in Xorosoft, encrypts, and transmits to a trading partner's connection over SFTP or AS2. Delivery or receipt confirms automatically, with retries if the transfer fails, and every step logs for audit and compliance.
Who uses Secure File Exchange?
Tap to reveal+Wholesalers, distributors, and retailers with EDI trading partner requirements, along with regulated businesses that need encrypted, auditable file transfers, use Secure File Exchange.
What secure file exchange actually means
Secure file exchange isn't a single company or product - it's a category of protocols and practices for moving files safely between businesses.
SFTP encrypts the connection
SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol) runs over SSH, encrypting the file transfer connection itself rather than relying on plain FTP.
AS2 is an EDI standard
AS2 (Applicability Statement 2) is an HTTP-based protocol widely required by large retailers for EDI, using digital signatures and confirming receipt with an MDN.
PGP encrypts the file itself
PGP (Pretty Good Privacy), created by Phil Zimmermann in 1991, encrypts individual files before transfer, adding protection independent of the transport protocol.
Known as Managed File Transfer
This category of enterprise software is often called Managed File Transfer (MFT) - it layers automation, monitoring, and audit logging on top of the underlying protocols.
Compliance frameworks such as PCI DSS, HIPAA, and SOC 2 commonly require encryption in transit and at rest, plus a complete audit log, for file transfers involving sensitive business data.
Everything Secure File Exchange handles
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SFTP file transfer
+Files transfer over SFTP, encrypting the connection between Xorosoft and the trading partner's server.
Benefit: a widely supported, encrypted transfer method most partners already use.
Example: a daily inventory feed uploads automatically to a distributor's SFTP server overnight.
- SSH-encrypted connection
- Scheduled or on-demand upload
- Directory-based routing
AS2 EDI messaging
+EDI documents send over AS2, the HTTP-based standard many large retailers require for trading partner compliance.
Benefit: meets the EDI compliance requirements of major retail trading partners.
Example: a purchase order acknowledgment sends via AS2 and returns a signed MDN receipt.
- AS2 messaging
- Digital signatures
- MDN receipt confirmation
PGP file encryption
+Files encrypt individually with PGP before transfer, protecting the file's contents independent of the transport method.
Benefit: sensitive file contents stay protected even if a transfer channel is compromised.
Example: a price list encrypts with the partner's public key before it ever leaves Xorosoft.
- Public/private key encryption
- Per-partner keys
- Encrypted at rest
Automated scheduling
+Recurring file transfers run on a defined schedule without manual intervention.
Benefit: partners receive files consistently, on time, every cycle.
Example: an inventory feed uploads automatically every night at the same time.
- Recurring schedules
- On-demand transfers
- Time zone aware
Trading partner connection management
+Each trading partner's connection details, credentials, and preferred protocol are managed centrally.
Benefit: onboarding a new partner doesn't mean rebuilding the whole transfer process.
Example: a new retail partner's AS2 credentials configure once and apply to every future transfer.
- Per-partner configuration
- Credential management
- Multiple protocols supported
Transfer monitoring & delivery confirmation
+Every transfer's status - sent, delivered, acknowledged - is tracked and confirmed.
Benefit: confidence a file actually reached its destination.
Example: an AS2 message shows "confirmed" only once its MDN receipt returns.
- Delivery status tracking
- MDN / ACK confirmation
- Real-time status
Automatic retries
+Failed transfers retry automatically rather than requiring manual resubmission.
Benefit: a brief connection issue doesn't mean a missed file deadline.
Example: a transfer that times out once succeeds automatically on retry.
- Configurable retry limits
- Backoff between attempts
- Failure escalation
Audit logging & compliance reporting
+Every transfer logs who sent what, when, and its delivery outcome, supporting compliance review.
Benefit: a complete, exportable record for audits and partner disputes.
Example: an audit log proves a required EDI document was delivered on a specific date.
- Full transfer history
- Exportable logs
- Compliance-ready reporting
File format validation
+Files validate against expected formats and EDI mappings before they're sent or after they're received.
Benefit: malformed files get caught before they reach a partner or Xorosoft.
Example: an EDI document missing a required segment is flagged before transmission.
- Format validation
- EDI mapping
- Pre-send checks
Error monitoring
+Monitors every transfer and flags failed deliveries, connection issues, and checksum mismatches instantly.
Benefit: issues are caught before a partner misses a required file.
Example: a checksum mismatch on a received file is flagged before it's processed.
- Error queue
- Connection / checksum / failure
- Instant alerts
Built for the businesses that exchange sensitive data with partners
Ecommerce & DTC
Exchange inventory feeds and price lists with marketplace partners securely.
Wholesale & distribution
Meet EDI requirements for large retail trading partners.
Multi-location retail
Route store-level feeds securely to central and partner systems.
Manufacturers
Exchange purchase orders and ASNs with supply chain partners.
3PL & fulfillment services
Send shipment and tracking files securely to client systems.
Retail EDI trading partners
Meet AS2 and EDI compliance requirements out of the box.
Healthcare & regulated industries
Exchange data under encryption and audit requirements like HIPAA.
Financial services partners
Meet encryption and audit standards for financial data exchange.
Capabilities at a glance
The operational building blocks that power Secure File Exchange.
What teams gain with Secure File Exchange
Each benefit ties a real operational problem to a measurable outcome.
Fewer manual transfer errors
Automated, scheduled transfers replace emailed spreadsheets and manual uploads.
Problem: manual file handling to Benefit: automated, consistent deliveryVerifiable delivery & receipt
MDN and acknowledgment confirmations prove a file actually reached its destination.
Problem: uncertain delivery to Benefit: confirmed receiptCompliant, secure data exchange
Encryption in transit and at rest supports compliance frameworks that require it.
Problem: compliance risk to Benefit: encrypted, auditable exchangeReliable scheduled transfers
Recurring transfers run on time, every cycle, without manual intervention.
Problem: missed deadlines to Benefit: dependable schedulingFull audit trail
Every transfer logs for compliance review and partner dispute resolution.
Problem: no proof of delivery to Benefit: complete transfer historyFaster partner onboarding
Centralized connection management makes adding a new trading partner faster.
Problem: slow partner setup to Benefit: centralized configurationEmail attachments vs. plain FTP vs. Xorosoft Secure File Exchange
How Secure File Exchange compares to emailing files or using unencrypted FTP.
| Capability | Email Attachments | Plain FTP | Xorosoft Secure File Exchange |
|---|---|---|---|
| Encryption in transit | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Encryption at rest | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Delivery confirmation | ✗ | ~ | ✓ |
| Automated retries | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Audit logging | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| EDI compliance (AS2) | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Error alerts | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Scheduled transfers | ✗ | ~ | ✓ |
| Reporting | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
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Secure File Exchange integration questions
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Xorosoft's Secure File Exchange automates encrypted file transfers with trading partners over SFTP, AS2, or PGP-protected channels, so EDI documents, inventory feeds, price lists, and shipment data move reliably without manual uploads or emailed spreadsheets.
A file becomes ready in Xorosoft, encrypts, and transmits to a trading partner's connection over SFTP or AS2. Delivery or receipt confirms automatically, with retries if the transfer fails, and every step logs for audit and compliance.
Wholesalers, distributors, and retailers with EDI trading partner requirements, along with regulated businesses that need encrypted, auditable file transfers, use Secure File Exchange.
Secure file exchange refers to protocols and practices - like SFTP, AS2, and PGP encryption - used to transfer files between businesses with encryption, delivery confirmation, and audit logging. It's often called Managed File Transfer (MFT) at the enterprise software level.
SFTP encrypts the file transfer connection over SSH and is broadly supported. AS2 is an HTTP-based EDI standard many large retailers require, using digital signatures and confirming receipt with a signed MDN.
AS2 transfers confirm receipt with a signed MDN (Message Disposition Notification). Other protocols use acknowledgment responses or delivery status checks to confirm a file arrived.
Yes. PGP encryption protects a file's contents independent of the transport method, so the file stays encrypted even where it's stored before or after transfer.
Failed transfers retry automatically with configurable limits, so a brief connection issue doesn't mean a missed file deadline.
Yes. AS2 messaging with MDN confirmation and EDI format validation are built to meet the requirements large retail trading partners commonly enforce.
The integration monitors every transfer and flags failed deliveries, connection issues, and checksum mismatches instantly, so issues are caught before a partner misses a required file.
Yes. Every transfer logs its full detail - sender, timestamp, and delivery outcome - supporting compliance review and partner dispute resolution.
By centralizing each trading partner's connection details and credentials, a new partner's SFTP or AS2 setup configures once instead of being rebuilt for every new file type.
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