FORDATA VDR

Avantages

Very good quality at a great price. I recall customer support very fondly. I was with an investment bank that had a number fo unique requests and they were all dealt with.

Inconvénients

Several years back, when I was last using Fordata's software, it still had no convenient mobile option. Also, it ran kind of sluggish on some browsers. It was not a dealbreaker, but I would like to see this fixed (maybe it already has been).

Avantages

It is quite simple but effective VDR for not very complicated projects. Customer support is very good - quickly respond and solve the issues.

Inconvénients

We have issues with adding and managing the files once we had VDR ca. 15 GBs and few users working simultaneously. It is good to understand the possible max sizing of your VDR beforehand.

Avantages

* The interface is pretty transparent, although the design could be more modern-looking
* The software allows to use all basic functionalities of the VDR
* The staff is very helpful

Inconvénients

* Interface looks obsolete,
* the software works pretty slow, especially in terms of major operations (e.g. deleting files in bulk)
* some of the functionalities (e.g. like sending notifications to users) are not very intuitive
* Necessity to log into an additional panel (Fordata uploader) in order to manage files.

Avantages

Simplicity, great customer support, always open to resolve customer issues

Inconvénients

Document storage metrics for non-DD projects are not sometimes fully adequate

Alternatives envisagées 

Pourquoi passer à FORDATA VDR

Avantages

very easy to use, even with no experience
friendly customer service

Inconvénients

the translations in german version could be better

Avantages

I liked the clarity of the folders and naming convention.

Inconvénients

I did not like the necessity of downloading relevant document before being able to open it/view it.

Avantages

Easy to set up and use; very proactive support team;

Inconvénients

Email notifications about uploaded files very of too little detail

Avantages

functionality and transparency and availability

Inconvénients

logging out of FORDATA VDR after some time

Avantages

I loved the fact about the updates and it has a Strong service .

Inconvénients

Still can not a lot of answers about many things

Avantages

The software is pretty straight forward with a lot of useful functions and add-ons. The customer support was excellent

Inconvénients

We have faced some software mismatch issues (chrome, internet explorer or other browser compatibility). I was using it a while ago and I'm sure they have fixed this issue.

Avantages

friendly interface
ease of searching for information

Inconvénients

difficulty in opening documents via google chrome browser

Avantages

Easy acces, nice site, good quality, big storage

Inconvénients

Everthing is fine, im really enjoying this app

Avantages

I appreciate the quick response of the FORDATA VDR team, their assistance in resolving technological or organizational challenges, their patience, and understanding of my needs.

Inconvénients

I had some difficulties with file management and the file upload plugin.

Avantages

That the tool is reliable and secure. I was very impressed with the functions it has.

Inconvénients

Some of the functions were not intuitive.

Avantages

The supplier provided professional and quick technical support and an expert approach to data security

Inconvénients

Price per additional page rate, deleting an accidentally uploaded file did not reset the page counter

Avantages

Very easy to use, good level of data security due to the different level of permissions

Inconvénients

Sometimes, it was confusing that you have to switch to the downloading window - it would be a much better user experience if downloading files would be possible in the viewing window.

Avantages

In my opinion, using a VDR can have many positive benefits.Firstly, it is highly secure and provide encryption and authentication features, making them an ideal solution for organizations looking to protect sensitive data. This provides peace of mind to both the company and its stakeholders, knowing that their information is in safe hands.Secondly, VDR can save significant amounts of time and resources compared to traditional methods of data sharing, such as physical document rooms or email. VDRs allow authorized users to access and collaborate on documents from anywhere, at any time, and from any device, increasing efficiency and productivity.Thirdly, VDRs provide transparency and control to the data owner, allowing them to track who has accessed the data, when it was accessed, and what actions were taken. This helps to prevent unauthorized access or misuse of sensitive information, ensuring that the data remains confidential.Overall, in my opinion, using a VDR can have many positive benefits, including enhanced security, efficiency, and control over sensitive data. As such, I believe that VDRs are an essential tool for organizations that need to securely manage and share confidential information.

Inconvénients

Nothing comes to my mind in terms of cons of the service

Avantages

Easy access to folders and possibility to dawnload documents

Inconvénients

Loggin in, if I use a few VDRs the saved passwords mix.

Avantages

User friendly and quick. In situations of system slowdowns after noticing to the IT support - immediate response and improvement. Great control of the VDR.

Inconvénients

It might have been the issue of my firewalls, but sometimes it was impossible to source data using company plugin

Avantages

Structure clarity. Settings options. Client services.

Inconvénients

I like the least old fashioned interface and design.

Avantages

Easy to use and pretty straightforward
Daily updates about new files

Inconvénients

Fordata VDR plugin does lack behind in terms of browser updates therefore IE or Edge is often the browser you need to use.

Avantages

It's relatively easy to use. Sometimes it opens the documents quite fast.

Inconvénients

I don't like the uploader. It is outdated. The website tends to crash.

Avantages

Fordata VDR is intuitive and easy to navigate. It has all crucial functions - storage of data in an orderly way and Q&A function enabling attachment of files.

Exporting index of files and index of Q&A also helps to monitor incoming answers and new files.

Inconvénients

On my last project I noticed that the status of questions was quite misleading - I couldn't find which questions are answered and which not.

Avantages

Facilitates secure and easy means of obtaining and procuring data between the private side and public side. The ability of access reviews to the data room etc is helpful.

Inconvénients

The ability to run reports and MI could be enhanced. I need to learn how to create sib folders within a data room.

Avantages

Ease of use; has all of the features expected from similar products; can set-up delegates easily; ability to customize updates and notifications; reliability

Inconvénients

Still small feature gap to biggest VDR providers.