SFTP - DeSL Integration and Automation

Common Integration Use Cases Between SFTP and DeSL

1. Secure transfer of approved product development files from DeSL to external partners

Data flow: DeSL to SFTP

DeSL can export finalized tech packs, BOMs, color standards, measurement specs, and product images to an SFTP location for secure pickup by manufacturers, print vendors, or sourcing partners. This supports controlled release of sensitive product data while maintaining an audit trail of what was shared, when, and with whom.

Business value: Reduces manual emailing of confidential files, improves partner coordination, and lowers the risk of version errors or unauthorized access.

2. Automated intake of supplier submissions into DeSL

Data flow: SFTP to DeSL

Suppliers can upload sample approvals, material certificates, compliance documents, costing sheets, and production updates to a secure SFTP folder. DeSL then ingests these files into the appropriate product, style, or supplier record for review and workflow processing.

Business value: Speeds up supplier collaboration, centralizes incoming documents, and helps product teams work from the latest approved information.

3. Secure exchange of seasonal line plans and assortment files with retail partners

Data flow: DeSL to SFTP

Retailers and wholesale partners often require structured product assortments, line sheets, and pricing files in a secure format. DeSL can generate these outputs and place them on SFTP for downstream consumption by trading partners or internal merchandising systems.

Business value: Improves speed to market, supports controlled partner distribution, and reduces the effort required to prepare seasonal commercial files.

4. Inbound receipt of vendor artwork and packaging assets into DeSL

Data flow: SFTP to DeSL

Packaging vendors and graphic design agencies can deliver artwork files, label content, and print-ready assets through SFTP. DeSL can route these files into the correct development workflow so product teams can review, approve, and version-control them alongside the style record.

Business value: Keeps creative assets tied to the product lifecycle, shortens approval cycles, and avoids lost or outdated artwork files.

5. Compliance document exchange for regulated product categories

Data flow: Bi-directional

For products requiring certifications, test reports, or regulatory declarations, DeSL can send document requests and product references to partners through SFTP, while suppliers return signed compliance files and test results through the same secure channel. DeSL then associates the documents with the relevant product record and workflow stage.

Business value: Supports audit readiness, improves traceability, and helps teams manage compliance requirements without relying on unsecured file sharing.

6. Secure distribution of master product data to downstream business systems

Data flow: DeSL to SFTP

DeSL can publish approved product master data, including style attributes, material details, and launch-ready product information, to SFTP for consumption by ERP, DAM, or partner systems that retrieve files from secure directories. This is useful when direct API integration is not available.

Business value: Ensures downstream systems receive consistent, approved data and reduces duplicate manual entry across departments.

7. Backup and archival of critical product development files

Data flow: DeSL to SFTP

DeSL can periodically export key product development records, approvals, and supporting documents to an SFTP-based archive or disaster recovery repository. This creates a secure off-platform backup of critical business content for retention and recovery purposes.

Business value: Strengthens business continuity, supports retention policies, and provides a secure archive for historical product records.