Since their acquisition of the cross-platform, multi-protocol large file transfer appliance in 2007, Pro2col have virtually rebuilt the StingRay solution in its entirety.
Originally designed with the creative industries in mind, the implementation of StingRay FTS has addressed the issues surrounding large file transfer, and streamlined image workflows for companies such as Bauer Publishing, Hachette Filipacchi Media, Nature Publishing and The National Magazine Company.
StingRay development plans were swiftly formulated post acquisition, with the intention of bringing the solution in line with modern day business requirements. The release of StingRay 2.5 in December 2008 provided users with two new file delivery protocols – Email Hyperlink and HTTP Web Browser upload, each designed to simplify the process of large file transfer.
In addition, June 2009 saw the release of Hermstedt StingRay on an improved, more robust 1U hardware platform. A response to the rapid increase in file size over recent years, the new hardware has enabled faster, more efficient processing capabilities whilst still offering the same, diverse range of large file delivery options and value added features.
James Lewis (pictured), Managing Director of Pro2col stated, “We recognised StingRay’s potential during the years prior to our acquisition of the product, but the lapse in development left users with a solution that was failing to keep up with present day business operations. The development process has been challenging, however the significant progress that has resulted has been invaluable to both Pro2col and our customers.”
Early 2010 will see the release of StingRay 2.6, incorporating, says Pro2col, a host of new features and functionality designed to further simplify and streamline large file transfer within organisations.
About Pro2col
Pro2col says: “Pro2col, a privately held company based in Bournemouth, England, is a leading supplier of secure file transfer solutions. An Apple Solution Expert with offices in the UK and Germany, Pro2col boasts one of the most extensive file transfer product portfolios in the industry and strives to offer a wide choice of the most credible file transfer solutions, designed to meet the requirements of any organisation.”
