Maximize File Transfer ROI with MASV
Turn file transfer from a cost center to a competitive advantage and maximize ROI across your organization with MASV.
“What used to take us 20 minutes to upload a typical 4K clip set now takes us less than two minutes.”
Shawn Lawler
CEO, Driving Plates
MASV File Transfer Advantages: Cost Savings
Download the MASV total cost of ownership PDF for a full comparative TCO framework, which you can populate with your own data to generate your true TCO estimate.
$43K
Estimated travel savings for a sports broadcaster using MASV during the Tour de France by not sending post teams for on-site video editing.*
800% vs. -40%
Calculated 3-year MASV ROI% for a creator or SME (@ 2TB/year) vs. Signiant (not including Signiant’s indirect costs).**
243% vs. 133%
Calculated 3-year MASV ROI% for an enterprise business (@ 5TB/month) vs. Signiant (not including Signiant’s indirect costs).
$8,500+
Annual savings with MASV vs. Signiant for 15 extra users.
100-200/month
Hours companies can save using a MASV integration/automation inside a cloud-based software suite, thanks to reduced manual handoffs and notifications.***
4X
Less expensive than Aspera on Cloud.
Automate your workflows. Streamline file sharing.
“I don’t have to provision extra servers or procure extra licenses, and I know the MASV system’s going to be able to handle whatever we throw at it.”
Kevin Munro
Co-Founder and CTO, Adapt
MASV File Transfer Advantages: Decreased Transfer Times
95%
Decrease in the time it takes RugbyPass to receive content, transcode, and upload content when using MASV.
90%
Decrease in file transfer times for driving footage provider Driving Plates after switching to MASV.
10-12X
Transfer speed increase enjoyed by AI-powered media platform ScorePlay vs. its previous transfer solution.
6X
Transfer speed increase for post house Motion Picture Enterprises (MPE) over Signiant Media Shuttle when using MASV.
5X
Performance improvement provided by MASV over Signiant Media Shuttle when sending five file packages simultaneously. MASV multiplies your bandwidth practically infinitely, unlike P2P transfer where you’re limited to server or VM bandwidth.
3X
Transfer speed increase for major European broadcaster NRK using MASV, allowing it to get content to air faster.
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File Transfer ROI: Frequently Asked Questions
How does MASV help reduce the time spent on large file transfers?
MASV’s cloud-based platform is optimized for speed and reliability and rides on an accelerated global network built on AWS infrastructure, enabling faster uploads and downloads without the typical bottlenecks of traditional transfer methods. This means less waiting and more time for your team to focus on core tasks.
Can MASV actually save money compared to traditional file transfer solutions?
Yes. MASV eliminates the need for expensive hardware, complex setups, and costly bandwidth or user overages. Its pay-as-you-go pricing model ensures you only pay for what you use, reducing wasted budget on underutilized infrastructure. MASV doesn’t require time-consuming setup, transfer solution licensing costs, OS/VM licenses, backup and security software, network hardware, or hours of IT support.
What is the ROI of file transfer services like MASV, and what kind of cost savings can I expect by switching to MASV?
Organizations often save thousands annually with MASV by avoiding the costs of maintaining dedicated file transfer servers, reducing lost productivity from failed transfers, and minimizing IT support overhead thanks to MASV’s user-friendly interface and reliability.
How reliable is MASV compared to sending files via FTP or email?
MASV provides enterprise-grade reliability with automated and relentless transfer retries, error correction, checksum verification, and end-to-end encryption. This drastically reduces failed transfers or lost files, saving time and costs associated with babysitting, re-sending, and troubleshooting failed transfers.
Does MASV require complex IT involvement or infrastructure upgrades?
No. MASV is cloud-based and requires no software installations, plugins, firewall tweaks, or additional hardware. Teams can start transferring large files immediately using a simple drag-and-drop interface without tying up IT resources, accelerating project timelines and cutting support costs.
How does MASV help teams handle fluctuating file transfer demands?
MASV’s scalable, on-demand platform scales practically infinitely – even when sending multiple large file packages simultaneously – and can handle spikes in transfer volume without additional investment. You avoid paying for idle capacity or scrambling to expand infrastructure during busy periods, optimizing cost efficiency.
Can MASV integrate with existing workflows and tools for additional savings?
Yes. MASV offers APIs and automation options to seamlessly fit into your existing media and production workflows, reducing manual steps and accelerating file movement — increasing both productivity and ROI. View MASV’s cloud integrations.
How does MASV’s pricing model contribute to cost savings?
MASV’s straightforward and flexible pricing offers pay-per-use, pre-buy, and custom enterprise pricing means no upfront costs or subscriptions, helping teams avoid overspending on unused bandwidth or services.
What impact does MASV have on project delivery times?
By significantly cutting file transfer times and reducing technical and configuration issues, MASV helps teams meet tight deadlines and accelerate project delivery by turning saved time into direct revenue.
How does MASV improve the overall productivity of creative and remote teams?
MASV provides a simple, reliable way to share large files instantly from anywhere with no training or tutorials required – which reduces email back-and-forth and support calls, eliminates bottlenecks, and allows teams to collaborate smoothly, saving time and reducing frustration.
* Estimated travel, incidentals, and hotel costs associated with sending a five-person post-production team during the Tour de France 2026 tournament in France for three weeks.
** Download the PDFs for more details and modeling, including a full set of assumptions around TCO.
*** Assuming around 10 file deliveries per week and 20-30 minutes per delivery, including file prep, uploads, and folder routing.