What do I need to use Pipeline eXchange?
• A web browser (such as Internet Explorer or Firefox) and an email address. There is no software to install and no hardware to purchase or manage. Why not use FTP? • FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is inflexible and administration intensive. They require a system administrator to install and maintain each company-to-company relationship and individual user passwords. Unlike Pipeline eXchange, FTP does not automatically notify recipients, provide status tracking, generate download alerts, or automate the transfer process. Compared with Pipeline eXchange, FTP is a cumbersome and inflexible solution for exchanging files with multiple outside parties. [Back to top] Can I use Pipeline eXchange in place of my overnight courier service (FedEx or Priority Mail, for example)? • Yes. Documents sent via Pipeline eXchange are assigned a “Transfer ID”, which is equivalent to a tracking number. Pipeline eXchange creates an audit log for each transfer, providing the same accountability in transit as yo
