IBM Aspera on Cloud

Score9.3 out of 10

73 Reviews and Ratings

What is IBM Aspera on Cloud?

IBM Aspera on Cloud is an on-demand SaaS offering for global content transfer and exchange. It enables organizations to move large files and data sets securely and reliably across on-premises and multi-cloud environments at high speed.

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Most Frequent Users

Top 2 industries using IBM Aspera on Cloud.

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#1 most frequent

Information

75.0%

9 installations of 12

#2 most frequent

Manufacturing

8.3%

1 installation of 12

Pros

High-speed transfer of very large files (up to hundreds of GBs)
Robust security measures for encrypted and protected data transit
Reliable transfer mechanisms with pause and resume capabilities

Cons

High or complex pricing model, particularly for smaller organizations
User interface is perceived as less user-friendly and complex
Challenging initial configuration and setup, especially in multi-office environments

Lalit Goel View profile

Deputy Manager in Information Technology at TV Today Network Limited (501-1000 employees)

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

We use IBM Aspera on Cloud for freelancers to transfer video content. reporter, agency, in a secure way, so the content cannot be compromised, and unauthorized access cannot be gained during transfer. Having multilayer protection while sending data from a public place was challenging, as it was difficult to keep the valuable content secure. IBM Aspera on Cloud helps us to mitigate these challenges.

Pros

Secure and encrypted content, can be access by authorized person/system.
Restricting who can upload, download, or share videos, by managing roles.
Workspace‑level content collaboration policies.
Defined policy to restrict external users or unauthenticated recipients.

Cons

First and most important factor is pricing, which is not affordable for small businesses.
Given the AI penetration everywhere, it should develop AI feature integration.
Little complex to understand by normal users.

Return on Investment

As earlier mentioned not affordable for every business, less ROI, bit expensive.
For us it is worth investing bit more money.

Usability

Alternatives Considered

VMware Cloud on AWS and Azure Files

Other Software Used

Canva, Autodesk Maya, Xcode

Jim McDonough

President in Corporate at DataHub (11-50 employees)

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

As our companies files are getting larger, we needed a solution that would accommodate large files. and that is extremely flexible. IBM Aspera on Cloud was able to accommodate. The product also works with any cloud.

Pros

The ability upload files
Small footprint
Speed.
User interface

Cons

User Interface
Pricing adjustments

Return on Investment

Speed
Cross functional groups not waiting for data
Thin Client

Usability

Alternatives Considered

MASV

Other Software Used

IBM Cognos Analytics, IBM OpenPages

Yashkumar Patel

Clinical Data Workflow Specialist in Corporate at Cliantha Research (201-500 employees)

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

IBM Aspera is a great platform for transferring large files to other department internally or external stakeholders too. It supports fast fast and secure data exchange and eliminates corrupted downloads, or long delays from old FTP methods.

Pros

High speed transfers of large package takes few minutes instead of long waiting time
If transfer sharing of file has been stuck mid way then it resumes from where it stopped instead of restarting again, which saves a lot of time and effort.
We can securely the files to vendors without requiring any complex setup

Cons

Its UI might look a little complex on the first look.
We can set up automated transfers but it may require technical understanding to setup.
Its license costing may be little hard to justify compared to occasional need for file transfers.

Return on Investment

Its resume capabilities and stability minimizes rework and delays
we can set up automated sharing which reduces manual intervention and improves timely delivery.
It may be a little expensive for smaller projects.

Usability

Alternatives Considered

OneDrive and Microsoft SharePoint

Other Software Used

OneDrive, Python IDLE

Tripti Kashaudhan View profile

SDE in Information Technology at KSOLVES (501-1000 employees)

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

In my organization we use IBM Aspera on Cloud for secure, high-speed transfer and sharing of large business files across teams, clients and external partners.It helps us move data such as reports , project documents, backups and media files without size limitations or delays.Files are uploaded to shared worksspaces and acess is controlled through user permissions.

Pros

Very fast transfer of large files
Sharing files with external users without accounts
Global collaboration across teams
Reliable transfer with pause and resume and monitoring

Cons

Complex setup amd steep learning curve
User interface can be confusing or outdated
Expensive and complex pricing model

Return on Investment

Before using Aspera, Large file transfers using FTP or shared drives could take serveral hours with Aspera transfers complete in minutes , resulting in reduction in delivery time.
Improved team productivity
Reduced failed transfers and rework

Usability

Alternatives Considered

Google Drive and Dropbox

Other Software Used

Google Drive, Dropbox

Vivek Singh View profile

Sr Executive QA in Quality Assurance at Amcor flexibles india pvt ltd (10,001+ employees)

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

IBM Aspera on Cloud is best in Segment High speed data transfer service tool. Users of my organisation realy Praises it for faster data transfer capabilities thought very large files can also be transferred smoothly.

Pros

IBM Aspera on Cloud works very well for our organisation to transfer big size files and data smoothly.
IBM Aspera on Cloud is the secure one, so no worry about organizational data security.
IBM Aspera on Cloud also has automation support features by which it enhances the efficiency for users

Cons

Interface could have been more user friendly
Price is too much
We work with multiple offices accross country so it takes initially extra time to configure with multiple permission.

Return on Investment

As per my organisation opinion there nothing negative to write here except one thing is it's pricing is little bit more.
But services are too good my organisation is happy to have it.
User interface Could have been better

Usability

Alternatives Considered

IBM NS1 Connect and IBM Concert

Other Software Used

IBM NS1 Connect, IBM Concert

Fortra's GoAnywhere MFT

MASV

LucidLink

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