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TRANXFER in Computing

November 11, 2020

We are pleased to participate in the annual Computing CIO & BUSINESS Special with an interview with Eli Bernal, Innovation & Global Sales Director at Tranxfer. The interview covers topics such as the most important technology projects in organizations and what the digital transformation process entails.

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Original interview provided by Computing.

“We Surpass Cybersecurity Giants in Some Areas”

What Have You Achieved with Tranxfer?

We have developed security technology that allows us to compete with—and in many ways surpass—the giants of the cybersecurity sector. And without the recipient having to download or configure anything.

Why do you think securing delivery channels is so important?

We have found that companies are rethinking their use of email as a communication channel. Linked to the proliferation of collaboration platforms, two problems have emerged: email vulnerabilities and reluctance to grant access to our networks. In addition to the “human error” factor involved in sharing what shouldn’t be shared. All of this, combined with the lack of traceability caused by shadow IT, is leading IT and security departments to consider new channels and tools to provide to their employees.

Where does Tranxfer fit in, and how does it help companies?

We are an app designed and built for businesses of all sizes and industries, featuring an architecture that adapts to different technologies and all the features required by a B2B product. You upload a file, select recipients, enter a subject and message, and choose your sending and downloading preferences. This file is encrypted and travels securely through our channel, thereby preventing any impersonation or attacks along the way, reaching its destination and leaving download evidence. Data integrity is very important to us. We assign a digital identity to the file and validate all events. We prevent malware from entering and comply with GDPR.

Tranxfer is a company created in response to businesses’ needs for secure file transfer. It provides a B2B platform with advanced security features and simple usability.

What risks do companies face?

CSO Spain reported this August that our country is among the six most targeted in the world. Thirty percent of cybersecurity professionals report that attacks have increased by nearly 300% during the pandemic, mostly via email: phishing, whaling, man-in-the-middle attacks, CEO fraud…all of which result in significant financial losses.

What actions do you recommend companies take to defend themselves against these attacks?

Training employees is essential; they are the first and last line of defense when it comes to security. More than 47% of professionals have fallen for this type of campaign at some point, and these campaigns are becoming increasingly sophisticated and believable. Strengthening their security master plans is another measure that has been implemented immediately, particularly due to the effects of the pandemic, which has led to a significant increase in remote work. Finally, the implementation of “zero-trust” measures provides users with tools to carry out their work with maximum security. The digital perimeter of companies has blurred, and users and data are the new focus of attention.

Will Tranxfer be the software of choice for CISOs in 2021?

We are the preferred choice when it comes to tackling the headache caused by shadow IT. So far, we have established a strong foothold in the banking, utilities, and insurance sectors. We continue to explore new features and use cases alongside our professionals on a daily basis to keep delivering value to the market.

What new features are you working on?

Integrations with email environments are already a reality, and they greatly help with adoption; plugins for Outlook, Office 365, and Gmail are indispensable. Certification under the National Security Scheme (ENS) and obtaining ISO 27001 will help us with internationalization. Our main challenge is to replicate our success stories and be included in every Security Master Plan in 2021.