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What's New in Automate
Mon, 10/16/2023
That latest version of Automate has just been released. Find out more about what's new!
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How to Automate Google Chrome: Web Browser Automation
By EJ Stanley on Wed, 05/17/2023
Follow along with our tutorial to create your own web browser automation actions from Google Chrome using robotic process automation (RPA) from Automate.
Guide
The RPA Buyer's Guide
The RPA Buyer's Guide
Everyone has repetitive, manual tasks that take up their precious time. They’re tedious to get through and eat up the time you could be spending on more important work. With a robotic process automation (RPA) solution, you can reclaim your time by streamlining your processes.
Simply put, RPA is transforming the way businesses operate. RPA solutions are designed to boost...
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The Difference Between OCR and IDP
Thu, 06/23/2022
Compare optical character recognition (OCR) and intelligent document processing (IDP) to learn when to use each to make structured and unstructured data more usable.
Guide
Four Ways to RPA: An Exploration of the Different Types of Process Automation
The Evolution of RPA
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) has taken the world by storm in recent years because of its ability to automate mundane tasks that humans are still performing manually. However, automation as a software solution has been around long before the term RPA was widely used. Progressing from script-based automation tools to business process automation to specialized tools for...
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What is SNMP, and How Does It Work?
By Kevin Jackson on Thu, 03/03/2022
SNMP is one of the most widely accepted protocols for network monitoring. Here’s a quick summary of what is SNMP, how it works, and why it matters to network professionals.
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How Automate Complements Other RPA Solutions
By Paul Necklen on Tue, 12/07/2021
If you’re already seeing success with RPA and want to expand its capabilities and use, see how Automate RPA can add ease-of-use, scalability, and more to fill in any gaps your RPA solution may have.
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15 Tips for When It's Time to Upgrade Your Network
By Kevin Jackson on Wed, 07/14/2021
While every network faces different challenges, we’ve identified three key areas that are currently seeing the most change for organizations needing to grow their network infrastructure.
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Virtual Tape Considerations for IBM i
By Tom Huntington on Mon, 06/28/2021
This article examines some of the most popular IBM VTL (virtual tap library) solutions for IBM i and other platforms. You'll also learn what to consider to determine if VTL is right for you.
Guide
Robot in Modern IBM i Environments
Robot systems management solutions can improve processes and enhance the return on investment for new technologies running in modern IBM i environments. Find out how.
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SolarWinds Alternative: Key Differentiators of Intermapper and SolarWinds
By Kevin Jackson on Tue, 01/19/2021
Need a SolarWinds alternative? Learn the differences between network monitoring and mapping with Intermapper and SolarWinds, and how they can even work together to help you manage your network.
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Intermapper Is a Government and Defense Approved Network Monitoring Solution
By Kevin Jackson on Fri, 10/30/2020
Intermapper network monitoring software from Fortra is both a GSA-approved solution and recipient of a Certificate of Networthiness (CON), meeting all the technology standards required by the U.S. Army and U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). As part of the GSA Schedule, Intermapper can supply products to federal, state, and local government agencies at contract rates below market value.
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The 2020 MFT Data Quadrant Report is Here
By Brian Pick on Wed, 10/07/2020
With a new year brings a new Info-Tech Managed File Transfer Data Quadrant Report. Find out about our ranking here.
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2020 Robotic Process Automation Data Quadrant Report
Tue, 09/29/2020
Fortra Automate Plus was ranked by our customers as a top-rated RPA solution in the market based on the recently released Software Reviews 2020 Robotic Process Automation Data Quadrant Report. See where Automate Plus ranked first across multiple categories within vendor capability satisfaction and product feature satisfaction.
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RPA in Action: Automated Report Generation for Accounting
By Pat Cameron on Fri, 06/26/2020
Watch this example of robotic process automation (RPA) in action and see how easy it is to automate accounting reports with Automate and your accounting system, like Sage 50.
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How to Find Your "Normal" with Network Monitoring Software
By Kevin Jackson on Fri, 06/26/2020
With network monitoring software, you can determine what “normal” looks like for your network to easily spot abnormalities, increase uptime, and optimize performance levels.
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How GoAnywhere MFT Can Support You During COVID-19
By Brian Pick on Fri, 06/05/2020
Due to COVID-19, workforces are now more remote than ever. Unfortunately, this means sensitive data is likely not as safe as it should be. Secure MFT solutions are a proactive practice to implement.
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Robot Save Restricted State Utility (RSU)—Get Your Weekends Back!
By Chuck Losinski on Tue, 06/02/2020
There are processes that are required on your IBM i that need to run with the system in what is called a “restricted state” condition. A restricted state is when all subsystems are inactive and new jobs cannot enter the system. Only the system console might be active.