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Smoother, more efficient file transfer
from XChange Cloud
X
Change Cloud, the latest digital optimisation tool
that provides a secure and scalable platform for
smooth, efficient file transfer between ship and
shore has been introduced by Marlink.
This new and secure file storage and transfer
system has already been in use on board
several gargantuan vessels. It runs on XChange,
Maarlink’s centralized IT/communications
management platform, with the added
convenience of not needing any additional
hardware to activate. XChange Cloud is designed
to enable optimal file transfer and synchronisation over a satellite link,
ensuring data integrity at all times and best use of available bandwidth
through advanced file compression. Shipping companies can be confident
in the security of any data shared within the closed-ecosystem, which is
segregated from the public Internet and accessible only with approved
credentials.
Application scenarios include storing and sharing status reports from
on board engine monitoring systems. Once transferred, the customer’s on
shore ERP system can access the reports and take the necessary actions,
such as, ordering spare parts for the next port call or automatically
warning the fleet manager about any technical issues without manual
intervention. Should a ‘pushed’ status report (or any other file) become lost
or damaged, it can easily be recalled due to the file redundancy feature,
which stores a copy of each file on both sides as default.
“In combination with Sealink VSAT services and our extensive
portfolio of business critical solutions, XChange is a cost-effective, easy
to manage gateway to maritime digitalisation,” stressed Tore Morten
Olsen, President Maritime, Marlink. “Its latest solution, XChange Cloud is
a secure, straightforward platform that allows our customers to facilitate
the increasing need for sharing electronic files as part of daily vessel and
fleet management operations. As our latest digital solution, it will help to
introduce more efficient business practices across the board.”
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marlink.com
This new and secure file storage and transfer system has already been in use on board several gargantuan
vessels. It runs on XChange, Maarlink’s centralized IT/communications management platform, with the added
convenience of not needing any additional hardware to activate
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