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SFTP vs. FTP: Understanding the Difference

When transferring data, especially in the context of Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL), the choice of protocol matters. Both SFTP and FTP provide solutions, but their intrinsic differences could greatly influence the outcome in terms of security and functionality. Here's everything you need to know about SFTP vs. FTP for ETL.

The What's, How's and Why's of SFTP

When it comes to the exposure of data, no other period in history has posed the magnitude of risks and regulations companies face today. Companies in any industry — but particularly those in healthcare, finance, and government — must keep cybersecurity top-of-mind to avoid data breaches of personally identifiable information (PII). Not only are data breaches a threat to company reputation, but compliance issues can also lead to hefty fines and, in extreme cases, imprisonment.

Salesforce Chatter API vs. Connect API: What's the Difference?

While Salesforce Chatter API and Connect API help integrate Salesforce with other systems, they serve different purposes. Salesforce Chatter API is for integrating Chatter’s communication and social collaboration features into your application. On the other hand, Salesforce Connect API integrates Salesforce with other data sources or systems so you can access and use real-time data from those systems within Salesforce.

PostgreSQL vs MySQL: The Critical Differences

MySQL and PostgreSQL offer many of the same features and capabilities—but there are critical differences between these two Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS) that cannot be ignored. If you’re not familiar with these differences, here’s a quick and easy overview: In this guide, we provide a brief history and overview of each database system.

What Is a Data-Driven Organization?

Organizations that consistently use data for decision-making and improving operations outperform their competition. In fact, B2B companies utilizing data experience above-market growth and earnings increases of 15 to 25%. McKinsey forecasts that by 2025, almost all employees will use data to support their work naturally and regularly. Compare that to how organizations currently apply data-driven approaches—sporadically throughout the organization.

What Well-Designed Data Lake Architecture Looks Like

The importance of a well-structured data lake architecture cannot be overstated. As businesses work with an ever-increasing influx of data, the need for a robust, scalable, and efficient data storage solution becomes crucial. Let’s explore Data Lake Architecture Design—a concept revolutionizing how enterprises store, access, analyze, and compute their data.

Snowflake CDP: The Future of Customer Data Management

In today's fast-paced digital landscape, harnessing the power of data has become paramount for businesses striving to deliver exceptional customer experiences and stay ahead in the competitive market. At the forefront of this data revolution stands Snowflake CDP, an innovative Customer Data Platform (CDP) that promises to redefine how businesses manage, integrate, and leverage their customer data.

The Advantages of Cloud SFTP

Data management is a critical aspect of any business, and secure, efficient data transfer mechanisms are an absolute must. This is where Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) comes into play, offering a method to transfer files securely over networks. However, with the rise of cloud computing, a more accessible, scalable, and cost-effective solution has emerged: Cloud SFTP.

Top 9 Salesforce Reporting Tools for Data-Driven Insights

Salesforce has gained in popularity as one of the most comprehensive CRM platforms. However, when it comes to reporting, Salesforce lacks some key features required to make the most of your data-driven insights. For example, Salesforce reporting doesn't provide customization and it requires tedious manual data entry. Salesforce reporting tools offer an easy fix.