SWAN
The platform for data collaboration in development and industry
Sensitive development data must be exchanged securely and efficiently. With SWAN, you are on the safe side – without compromising on speed or user-friendliness.
Secure and traceable
Your data is transferred in accordance with the highest security standards. You get full traceability, meaning your data is managed transparently, verifiably and in compliance with regulations at all times.
No limits
Transfer data of any format without restrictions on file size.
Seamless integration and scalability
SWAN can be easily integrated into existing processes and system landscapes. Numerous extension modules allow individual process steps to be automated and manual effort to be reduced.
Over 200,000 active users | 3 million data transfer jobs annually | 55 environments worldwide
Data sovereignty in a connected world
Data security and efficiency as the basis for your success
Development data is at the heart of every company and must be managed securely. For companies, this means that projects can only be implemented efficiently and competitive advantages secured through secure, organised and traceable data exchange.
The biggest challenges in data exchange:
- Control: Protection of sensitive (development) data against unauthorised access
- Traceability: Transparency regarding data flows and access
- Availability: Fast and reliable data transfer worldwide
- Security: Avoidance of unprotected transmission channels (e.g. via email or unprotected FTP transfers)
SWAN – Data exchange made easy
Three models for your requirements
SWAN makes data exchange easy and enables the exchange of all types of information, regardless of size and format. Our system takes individual requirements into account and integrates seamlessly into existing system landscapes. Thanks to numerous modules, SWAN not only offers process automation, such as checking, converting and validating data in regular data transmission, but also maximum flexibility for efficient, resource-saving processes.
SWAN is available in three versions that can be flexibly adapted to the specific requirements of your company:
- SWANenterprise – the local on-premise solution for maximum customisation options
- SWANhosted – the managed service solution for maximum relief
- SWANcloud – the SaaS solution for uncomplicated data exchange via the Internet
Over 200,000 users already rely on SWAN for their daily data exchange. Let us work together to find out which SWAN variant suits your requirements.
SWAN variants at a glance
SWANenterprise offers companies a local, on-premises solution that can be fully customised, especially with regard to security, infrastructure, compliance and specific requirements.
The advantages of SWANenterprise at a glance:
- Installation of the application on your own system
- Complete system sovereignty and operation
- Includes SWAN managed services: system maintenance, application operation and support by SSC
- Unlimited user and partner connectivity
- Modular expandability with add-on modules such as SWANportal for business partners without their own OFTP system
- Connection of third-party applications via REST API
- Platform-independent access via Windows, macOS and Linux
- Seamless logging of all processing steps for maximum traceability
SWANhosted provides the complete suite of SWAN features as a managed service via SSC, which significantly lightens the load on IT infrastructure and teams. You will receive a secure, maintenance-free and flexible solution that can be scaled to meet your needs.
The advantages of SWANhosted at a glance:
- Hosting of the application in the certified SSC data centre
- Installation of the application by SSC
- Including SWAN managed services: system maintenance, application operation and support by SSC
- Data storage and disaster recovery by SSC
- Unlimited user and partner connections
- Modular expandability with add-on modules such as SWANportal for partners without their own OFTP system
- Connection of third-party applications via REST API
- Platform-independent access via Windows, macOS and Linux
- Complete logging of all processing steps for maximum traceability
For companies that need a simple and ready-to-use solution, SWANcloud offers the perfect introduction to professional data exchange. SWANcloud enables even smaller companies with few data exchange partners to exchange data professionally without major IT investment. Unlike the other SWAN variants, long-term archiving and individual customisation are not available with SWANcloud.
The advantages of SWANcloud at a glance:
- Software-as-a-Service, hosted in Germany by SSC
- Convenient access via the Internet
- Quick initial commissioning
- Secure uploading and downloading of data thanks to TLS encryption
- Multi-level authentication concept
Flexible and scalable
Modular extensions for every application
- Automated data transfer to supply your partners with regulatory data
- Automated transfer of vehicle-related data to the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA)
- Quality control and validation of CAD data to ensure data quality
- Automated conversion of CAD data into the required target format
- Standard-compliant data exchange via OFTP2 with Odette certification
- Web-based access for external partners without their own OFTP system
- Integrated virus scanner checks send and receive jobs
- Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) provision in accordance with Catena-X standards
- Additional use cases such as Digital Product Passport (DPP), Certificate Management and Predictive Unit Realtime Information Service (PURIS) will be integrated
What sets us apart:
For over 25 years, we have been developing products, solutions and comprehensive concepts for the secure exchange of data of all types and sizes.
Benefit from our comprehensive service: modern AI solutions for quick answers, our operations team for individual advice and problem solving, and our development team for new system requirements.
- 25+ years of expertise in data exchange and supplier integration
- Catena-X integration for the data exchange of the future in the automotive industry (SWAN-PCF)
- Leading OEMs in the automotive industry and their suppliers rely on SWAN
‘Creating Connections – We connect working environments.’
Are you ready for secure data exchange?
With SWAN, you are equipped to handle all global data exchange requirements – without compromising on security, speed or user-friendliness.
Frequently asked questions about SWAN:
For companies of all sizes that exchange sensitive data with their business partners – especially in development, automotive, mechanical engineering and supplier networks.
SWANcloud can be set up quickly. For SWANenterprise and SWANhosted, we plan the complete implementation and commissioning together with our customers, depending on complexity and scope.
SWAN supports all file formats without restrictions on file size. From small text files to CAD files several gigabytes in size.
All data is transferred using OFTP2 protocols with additional TLS encryption.
Development, hosting and operation are all carried out in Germany. As an ISO 27001-certified company, we guarantee the highest security standards.
Yes, SWAN is under continuous development and includes EDC integration to ensure full Catena-X compatibility.
Yes, our Qualified Advisors accompany SMEs in particular on their individual onboarding journey.