OFTP over ENX
OFTP over
ENX
combines the reliable file-exchange-protocol OFTP with the security of a ENX (European Network Exchange) connection.
Requirements
• OFTP: You will need an OFTP software (OFTPv1 or OFTPv2)
Note: OFTPv2 does not require a PIVPN connection.
It can work over Internet
.
•
ENX:
You will need to establish an ENX connection.
Note: OFTP over ANX it is also a valid option.
Contact GSEC
for more information.
NEW connection
1. Ask your Ford Business Sponsor to submit the EDI approval form (see the note below).
2. Set up ENX connection with Ford.
3. Purchase OFTP software (if not already in place)
4. Fill out OFTP license form with your OFTP parameters and send it to GSEC (scommssp@ford.com).
5. Configure OFTPv2 connection
6. Coordinate with
to test the connection
Important note:
According to Ford's Access Control Policy, a new EDI connection between a Trading Partner and Ford must be requested and approved by a Ford (or equivalent GFT, FCSD, etc.) business sponsor. If you are a trading partner seeking for a EDI connectivity with Ford, contact your Ford Business Sponsor, ask them to go to https://www.suppcomm.ford.com/europe/internal/frm_ediapproval.asp (for Ford internal use only).
Changes of an existing EDI connection does not require the approval of a sponsor.
CHANGE of existing connection
Please
contact
GSEC team
OFTPv1 protocol description
The Odette File Transfer Protocol (OFTP) has long been one of the most established protocols for automated standardised data exchange between trading partners. It was created by ODETTE (Organisation for Data Exchange by Tele-Transmission in Europe).
Ford OFTPv1 parameters details
• SSID code: O0013001532FORD.
• OFTP server IP address: 19.5.34.115 (port: 3305)