IBM Aspera on Cloud - A reliable solution in your file transfer toolkit.
March 06, 2025
IBM Aspera on Cloud - A reliable solution in your file transfer toolkit.
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Overall Satisfaction with IBM Aspera on Cloud
We use IBM Aspera on Cloud with partners within the Media & Entertainment industry segment to transfer large volumes of video files and metadata monthly. In M&E, Aspera is widely used in automated workflows built to consistently and reliably deliver entertainment content to audiences worldwide. It allows us to continue serving audiences in the multicultural space, providing high-quality, top-tier, desirable content for audiences to enjoy. Aspera is an invaluable solution in our toolkit for transferring heavy assets in large volumes back and forth.
Pros
- File Transfer.
- Hot Folder Automation.
- Failed File Recovery and Resend.
Cons
- Pricing and pricing models can be beyond budget for most small and even many medium and large organizations.
- Aspera Desktop Client could use further development.
- Standardize Aspera Desktop, Connect, and Cargo.
- IBM Aspera has allowed us to scale our file-based deliveries to several terabytes across thousands of assets per month.
- IBM Aspera has allowed us to deliver reliably without many issues, increasing operational efficiency.
- IBM Aspera has allowed us to deliver materials on time, which has had a direct and positive impact on our content consumption.
IBM Aspera on Cloud is a de facto industry solution and occasionally a requirement to work with some of our partners.
Do you think IBM Aspera on Cloud delivers good value for the price?
No
Are you happy with IBM Aspera on Cloud's feature set?
Yes
Did IBM Aspera on Cloud live up to sales and marketing promises?
I wasn't involved with the selection/purchase process
Did implementation of IBM Aspera on Cloud go as expected?
I wasn't involved with the implementation phase
Would you buy IBM Aspera on Cloud again?
Yes
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